In this edition of the AmiSights Podcast,  Bryan Clayton  shares his entrepreneurial journey from starting a small lawn mowing business to founding GreenPal , a tech platform that connects homeowners with lawn care services. He discusses the challenges of scaling a business, the process of selling it, and the impact of technology and AI on modern entrepreneurship. Bryan emphasizes the importance of customer service and the personal fulfillment that comes from helping others s

This week on the  AmiSights Podcast , we’re joined by  Brandi Nelson , Senior Director of Growth Operations at MultiFunding, for a powerful conversation on SBA lending, relationships, and what it really takes to guide entrepreneurs through successful financing. From navigating borrower fatigue to understanding risk in business acquisitions, this episode is packed with practical insights for lenders, advisors, and entrepreneurs alike. If you care about client experience, stron

In this week’s edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we’re thrilled to have Julie Zarr , Business Loan Advisor at MultiFunding, and her client, Jeffrey Peterson , CEO of The Wash , as our guests. They share the story of their collaboration, the deal they worked on together, and how the right guidance can make all the difference. Jeffrey’s journey is truly inspiring, and we’re honored to feature it. "I want my employees to have a safe place to come to work. I want them to be pride

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we welcome John Corcoran , Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Rise25 , who shares his expertise on using podcasts as a tool for building meaningful relationships and driving business success. "As we move forward, if not right now, we're not going to be able to tell what is real and what is fake online. Connecting with people in a genuine way, whether it's in person or through a podcast, is going to be crucial in the years ahead." The three

In this edition of the AmiSights Podcast, Aaron Lee shares his journey from being an accidental entrepreneur to navigating the challenges of running a marketing agency, especially during the pandemic. He discusses the importance of relationships in business, the fragility of marketing agencies, and the lessons learned from selling his business. Aaron also reflects on finding his passion after exiting and offers valuable advice for those looking to acquire a marketing agency.

In this edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Loren Feldman, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of 21 Hats. Tune in tomorrow as we discuss the evolution of podcasting, the challenges of building a community for small business owners, and the impact of AI on entrepreneurship. "The best way you can learn is by talking to other people on similar journeys. So I tried to build, I'm trying to build a community." This episode explores the power of building community among entrepreneur

This past summer, MultiFunding hit an incredible milestone — $1 billion in total loans funded. The final deal that pushed us over the top came from a business we're especially proud to support. In this special edition of the AmiSights Podcast, Lynn and I sit down with Senior Director of Business Financing, Fran Miller, who led the deal at MultiFunding, along with his client — Jennifer Scarbrough, owner of Misty Mountain Soap Company . Jennifer shares her journey from the cor

In this conversation, Ami Kassar interviews ⁠LaVonna Roth⁠ , the founder of Shine, who shares her journey from education to empowering leaders through her unique methodology. LaVonna discusses the importance of self-awareness, confidence, and emotional intelligence in leadership, as well as her experiences as a keynote speaker. “I have been given different gifts. I shine in a different way, just like they do. But when we come together, we're unstoppable in that way,” she said

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we speak with Certified Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Implementer Amy Holtz , who specializes in helping entrepreneurs and non-profit leaders build their businesses and achieve their goals. She explains how EOS changed her own life. "Running a business is a lot of fun until it's not. Often, your business starts to run you instead of you running your business. It's crucial to find a balance and ensure you're steering th