Best Chris Heine Podcasts (2025)

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Africa's Infrastructure in 2025: Rachel More-Oshodi on the M300 Summit 36:48

3M ago36:48

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In this episode of the AVCA podcast, Rachel More-Oshodi, CEO of ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment, shares insights from the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit and discusses trends in Africa's infrastructure landscape. Drawing on findings from AVCA's 'Private Capital Investment in Africa's Infrastructure' report, Rachel examines how Africa's renewa…

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The Power of Storytelling in African Private Capital 29:38

4M ago29:38

29:38

How does storytelling shape the future of African privatecapital? In this episode, Bidemi Zakariyau Akande, Founder of LSF PR,and Yolande Tabo, Investor Relations Principal at Convergence Partners, break down the power of storytelling in investment and business. From building brand trust to attracting capital, they reveal how the right narrative ca…

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Global Ambitions, Local Talent: On P1 Ventures' African Tech Mission 38:27

4M ago38:27

38:27

What does it take to build global tech companies from Africa? In this episode, Mikael (Mika) Hajjar, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at P1 Ventures, shares how his firm identifies exceptional founders in unexpected places. With US$50 million deployed across 34 companies, including Yassir, Raenest, and Nuitée, P1 Ventures combines data-driven insigh…

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Backing Bold Entrepreneurs for Good: 10 Years of Novastar Ventures 28:54

6M ago28:54

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In this episode of The AVCA Podcast, we are joined by Brian Waswani Odhiambo, Partner at Novastar Ventures, and Ross Strike, Head of M&A and Investor Relations at Nigeria-based fintech Moniepoint, for a conversation about building category-defining companies in Africa. The discussion explores what it takes to create lasting value for everyday consu…

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86: Ned Arick on Sales Enablement, Training, and Management in the CRO Role 1:15:51

6M ago1:15:51

1:15:51

Ned Arick was my sales trainer at ClozeLoop a few years ago and has gone on to become the CRO at Attyx. Ned came back to LinkedIn a few months ago with some great insights (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nedarick/) and it's worth a follow.

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In Conversation with Jerry Parkes, Injaro Investments – AVCA Quick-Fire Chats 6:51

9M ago6:51

6:51

The Role of Private Capital in Unlocking Africa’s Agricultural Potential In this episode, we talk to Jerry Parkes, Chief Executive Officer at Injaro Investments, about investing in agriculture and supporting smallholder farmers in Africa. Jerry also emphasises the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration to develop long-term solutions for Africa'…

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In conversation with 'Tokunboh Ishmael, Alitheia Capital – AVCA Quick-Fire Chats 8:33

10M ago8:33

8:33

Driving SME Success in Africa: Tech-Forward Portfolio and Gender 3.0 with Alitheia Capital In this episode, we talk to ‘Tokunboh Ishmael, Managing Director and Co-Founder at Alitheia Capital, about gender smart strategies driving alpha and her forthcoming Gender 3.0 fund. ‘Tokunboh also reflects on how gender lens investing has become more mainstre…

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In Conversation with Chris Chijiutomi, British International Investments – AVCA Quick-Fire Chats 9:53

11M ago9:53

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The role of DFIs in mobilising private capital in Africa During AVCA Week in Johannesburg, we sat down with Chris Chijiutomi, Managing Director and Head of Africa at British International Investment (BII), to discuss BII’s longstanding partnership with South Africa as a provider of patient, long-term capital, and the DFI’s role in mobilising capita…

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Impact Series - Sustainable Investments in Africa: The Playbook for Private Equity with Philipp Hein, DEG 10:27

11M ago10:27

10:27

Driving sustainable and impactful growth in Africa's private capital landscape This conversation was recorded at the 20th Annual AVCA Conference in Johannesburg, in April 2024. We sat down with Philipp Hein, CFA, Head of Private Equity Africa and Global Climate Investments at DEG, to discuss the merits of the private capital landscape in Africa; DE…

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"Current Affairs" Bridging Prosperity: The Rise of Mezzanine and Private Credit in Africa 7:17

1y ago7:17

7:17

In this interview AVCA and ⁠Edmund Higenbottam⁠, Managing Director, ⁠Verdant Capital⁠ explore the critical role of mezzanine and private credit as an emerging asset class, their strategic function in bridging funding gaps, and the ongoing discussion surrounding the uptake of their adoption.

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'Impact Series' Safeguarding Success: Effective Ways to Support LPs and GPs Focused on Private Capital in Africa 10:04

1y ago10:04

10:04

Join us as Angela Mwenda, Associate Director, IBIS, uncovers the crucial role ESG plays in supporting LPs and GPs, providing a comprehensive guide to harnessing opportunities while ensuring sustainable and responsible investment practices in the diverse and evolving African landscape.

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'Current Affairs' Family Fortunes: The 3S Approach to Scaling Family-Owned Businesses in Africa 46:29

1y ago46:29

46:29

In this episode we are joined by Samantha Pokroy, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Sanari Capital as we delve into the dynamic world of private equity in Africa, focusing on its transformative impact on family-owned businesses across the continent. Join us as we explore Sanari’s unique expertise in strategies for scaling family enterprises, and…

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'Impact Series' Forestry for the Future: Growing a Greener Africa 51:44

1y ago51:44

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In this discussion we will explore the case for forestry as an asset class, venturing across the African continent to examine its wider impact. Join us for a crucial conversation about the transformative potential of forestry management across Africa, alongside Charles Groom, Investment Director: Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Forestry, British In…

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'Current Affairs' with KPMG: West Africa Doing The Deal 15:12

1+ y ago15:12

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In this podcast, Ijeoma Emezie-Ezigbo, Partner & Head of Transaction Services at KPMG West Africa sits with Abiola Ojo-Osagie, Senior Partner, AfricInvest, who coversAnglophone West Africa, to discuss behind-the-scene experiences and insights from a recently concluded investment in a neighborhood one-stop fast-growing retail supermarket chain in Ni…

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‘Current Affairs’ Transformation Of Technology: Navigating the Global Shift 1:09:52

1+ y ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Following the 500 Global Rise Report, AVCA speaks with Mareme Dieng, Africa Lead, 500 Global, to explore the transformative global technology landscape and ‘Rise Economies’ expected to outperform China and U.S. Join us to delve into platform shifts, economic positioning, and sectoral advancements.

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85: Shiner Bock Christmas w/ Happy Lambeth 1:45:58

1+ y ago1:45:58

1:45:58

Jiujitsu, military and life lessons while Bockin’ it up with John “Happy” Lambeth.Get in touch with us:📞 Leave us a voicemail on PodInbox: https://podinbox.com/cheineon📧 Send us an email: https://www.cheineon.com/contact/🗣️ Sponsor the show: https://www.cheineon.com/contact/

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'Impact Series' Underserved Founders: Who, Why & How, and the Cost of Missed Opportunities 18:52

1+ y ago18:52

18:52

In this podcast we speak with Darena Ventures to discuss their strategy as an ‘impact-focused’ fund rather than impact fund, and the importance of investing in undeserved founders, including women and entrepreneurs from underserved regions diving into the 'Who?', 'Why?' and 'How?', and the consequences of inaction.…

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‘Inside The Deal’ Venturing into the Future: Technology, Innovation and A Greener Economy 28:34

1+ y ago28:34

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In this episode, we speak with Nick Allen, Managing Partner, Savant, a trailblazing venture capital firm, and explore their recent investments in cutting-edge sectors. We'll gain insights into the company's evolution over its impressive 20-year tenure and uncover Savant's Green Economy-Focused Fund, addressing the need for sustainable innovation in…

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84: There was no stability. It's an illusion... Paul Fioravanti on business turnarounds, finding a job on LinkedIn, and the growth from early 30's to mid 50's 1:50:59

1+ y ago1:50:59

1:50:59

"I became resilient because I realized that there was no stability. It's an illusion." Today we're joined by Paul Fioravanti, CEO of Qorval Partners.When I sat down with Paul today, I could tell he knew his shit. I got the feeling like he's been working at his craft for a long time and has a deep well of knowledge and life experiences to pull from,…

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83: Not Enough Umph 15:31

1+ y ago15:31

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82: Warren Buffett's 5/25 Rule 8:56

1+ y ago8:56

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A recent guest explained Warren Buffett's 5/25 Rule to me: You have 5 main goals you're pursuing at any given time, and 25 sub-goals that distract from your ability to accomplish your main 5.I think it's true. What do you think?Get in touch with us:📞 Leave us a voicemail on PodInbox: https://podinbox.com/cheineon📧 Send us an email: https://www.chei…

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81: Self Censored 38:17

1+ y ago38:17

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Self-censorship has been on my mind lately.We see the censoring apparatus at work more obviously than ever as some of our favorite podcasters, YouTube channels, Instagram accounts have episodes or videos pulled down, fact check icons show up below their posts, etc.We've seen the censorship around the last election, and with Robert F. Kennedy having…

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80: The National Enquirer 37:33

1+ y ago37:33

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I could use your help. Please pre-Save the upcoming acoustic EP, titled "In The Garage": https://artists.landr.com/in-the-garageIf you pre-save on Spotify or Apple, it helps my music get shown to a wider audience. Check out the songs and let me know what you think. We talk National Enquirer writing styles, getting in your own way when making art, a…

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'Impact Series' A Balanced Approach: Advancing Gender Equality and Zero Hunger 24:02

1+ y ago24:02

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In celebration of World Freedom Day, join AVCA and Aly El Shalakany, Managing Partner, Acasia Ventures as we explore the critical intersection of finance, ethics, and freedom, shedding light on how private investment can address pressing global issues, including poverty, inequality, and environmental sustainability, which are all key issues in the …

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79: Donnie Goodman | Talks making $1,000,000 in Real Estate before 23, God, Recovery and Mental Health 1:40:13

1+ y ago1:40:13

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Today we're joined by Donnie Goodman. We met when Donnie reached out about Brit Foshee joining the show a few months back. He wanted to join to share his path and some of the wins and struggles that came with it.We discuss what it was like to find big success in real estate around the age of 22, the positive and negative impacts it had on him, and …

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78: Dave Parkinson with Better Protectors | Stop The Bleed, Active Shooter, and Protecting Churches 1:29:08

1+ y ago1:29:08

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Today we're joined by my buddy Dave Parkinson with Better Protectors.Better Protectors is a security firm based in Southwest Florida that's focused on providing churches, places of worship, and businesses with the training they need to handle emergency situations and keep everyone safe.We dive into the trainings around:- Active shooter training- St…

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77: AI Thinks George Bush Did 7-11 | Playing With Neural Frames AI Art Generator 7:06

1+ y ago7:06

7:06

My friends are stupid, and this is proof. I recently asked them for AI artwork prompts that I would put into Neural Frames, a pretty cool AI artwork generator that takes your ideas and turns them into a series of AI-generated artwork frames that blend together to create a constantly-evolving video. Check it out here: https://www.neuralframes.com/ I…

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76: Would you do it differently? Advice for your younger self | Konrad Prus 1:36:00

1+ y ago1:36:00

1:36:00

Do you look back at your younger self and wish you did things differently?Do you learn and appreciate mistakes, then incorporate that into your life moving forward?We dive into a bunch of topics, including:- Advice for your younger self- Would you do it differently?- Adding successful habits- Trying to live a regular life and the downsides of pursu…

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'Impact Series' Seeding Success: Bridging the Agricultural Funding Gap in Africa with Pearl Capital 35:01

1+ y ago35:01

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AVCA speaks with Wanjohi Ndagu, Pearl Capital Partners, about the challenges, strategies, and transformative potential of narrowing the funding gap in agriculture sector in Africa. This episode promises to provide valuable insights into crucial issues into the economic and social impact of private investment in African agriculture.…

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75: Think and Grow Rich | Does it really work? Gus Romero on thinking into success 1:38:05

1+ y ago1:38:05

1:38:05

Self doubt, a lack of belief in myself, and ultimately giving up on goals have been a few common themes in my life until the past year.I started working with Gus Romero at the tail end of 2022 and the lessons he's taught me have been invaluable to pointing my life in the direction I want it to go in. In all honesty, I thought "mindset coaching" was…

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74: Eddie Kopp | The Positive Mindset it Takes to Build Sugarshack | Downtown Bonita Springs 1:19:34

1+ y ago1:19:34

1:19:34

Eddie Kopp, Founder/Director of Sugarshack Music Channel & Sugarshack Media LLC joins us on the show!Do you believe in yourself?We dive into how the answer to this question is a driving force behind the forward motion of Sugarshack as a channel, a company, and a team.We dive into:- Sugarshack Pop Up sessions at Reggae Rise Up- Slightly Stoopid have…

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73: Crypto Brett RETURNS | Hawaii Fires, Bank Failures, Open Relationships, Gun & Population Control 1:39:30

1+ y ago1:39:30

1:39:30

I like hearing about conspiracy theories. There's a certain aspect of truth in a lot of them that you won't really find in a conventional way of thinking or through conventional sources.Yes, you have to sift through a lot of bullshit, people telling you that Biden is going to be arrested TOMORROW AT 1047AM!! WE DID IT PATRIOTS!!But the aspect I tru…

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The Power Of Partnership In Reaching First Close 28:15

1+ y ago28:15

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We are here With ‘Tokunboh Ishmael Managing Director Alitheia Capital and Els Boerhof, Managing Partner of Goodwell Investments, to talk about The Power Of Partnership In Reaching First Close, after joint fund UMUNTHU II announced first close with EUR 57 million for inclusive businesses in Africa.

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72: PITWOP: Perfection In The Way Of Progress | Waiting for the perfect time | Self-sabotage & avoidance 26:04

2y ago26:04

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Are you waiting for things to be perfect before you start? The perfect time, perfect situation, perfect plan... the perfect "something" before you can "really give it your all".I know the feeling, and I'm actively working on overcoming it now. Here are some thoughts on how seeking perfection can be a hinderance, how it can be used to avoid working …

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71: The SINISTER effects of seeking APPROVAL to chase your goals 24:06

2y ago24:06

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The War of Art by Stephen Pressfield is a book I consistently come back to read/listen to each year.There's a chapter called "Resistance and Isolation: Parts I and II".Hearing them again registered differently this time since a few things in my life have changed. I've been hard charging on a few separate fronts, moving several projects forward towa…

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70: Human Trafficking on Social Media: How it happens and how to protect your kids | Tammy Toney-Butler 1:16:06

2y ago1:16:06

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We're joined by Tammy Toney-Butler, who worked as an emergency room nurse for 30 years before becoming an advocate for survivors of sexual assault & human trafficking.Chris and Tammy talk about her past as a victim of sexual assault, how predators use social media to lure people into human trafficking, as well as why legislation in the U.S. must ch…

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69: I wrote EVERY DAY for 30 DAYS and here's what I learned 17:44

2y ago17:44

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Writing is definitely a form of therapy. When I stay consistent with writing, I see huge benefits: Mental clarity, less fog Identify patterns of thoughts See aspects of goals I'm going after Less hopelessness Helps to repeat positive thoughts and reinforce good habits Builds the muscle of consistency Helps with sleep It helps me get the thoughts ou…

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68: The Best Way To Quit a Job You Hate 34:01

2y ago34:01

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What's the best way to quit a job you hate? This question came about after a friend reached out to me about how much he hates his job and why he wants to quit. But before you quit, there are a few changes you need to make.In this episode, we dive into:1. The feeling of despair at a job you hate2. Downsides of staying in that job3. Changes that need…

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67: Should I Quit My Job To Start a Business? 37:27

2y ago37:27

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I quit my job a few years ago to start my own business, and lately, a few friends have reached out to me about doing this or some version of it. Ultimately that business failed. But I learned about myself, what my motivations are, how the allure of "freedom" can actually be a trap. I'm also seeing some of the ways my new 9-5 job can provide stabili…

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66: Shit On My Arm 23:06

2y ago23:06

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Sometimes kids can make you lose your mind. It's ok. You're going to be fine.Here's the link to the After Skool video: https://youtu.be/Vifg2LgF_icGet in touch with us:📞 Leave us a voicemail on PodInbox: https://podinbox.com/cheineon📧 Send us an email: https://www.cheineon.com/contact/🗣️ Sponsor the show: https://www.cheineon.com/contact/…

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65: Life is Long, But Life is Quick 16:32

2y ago16:32

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It's easy to fall behind on the things we need to do in life. Coming to the realization that we need to consistently tend to what's important, and the work never ends.What do you think? Let us know below:📞 Leave us a voicemail on PodInbox: https://podinbox.com/cheineon📧 Send us an email: https://www.cheineon.com/contact/🗣️ Sponsor the show: https:/…

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64: Charles Patti on Psychedelics, Therapy, and Wellness 1:32:39

2y ago1:32:39

1:32:39

Chris and Charles dive into the usage of psychedelics in therapy, as well as how a profound experience with psychedelics led Charles to focus on his health. We'd love to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail on our PodInbox: https://podinbox.com/cheineon

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63: Matt and Ryan on AI, Sales, and Submarines 1:11:55

2y ago1:11:55

1:11:55

Chris, Matt, and Ryan dive into the power of AI, the recent titanic submarine exploration, and the difficulty of trying to sell things that people don't need.

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62: How do I not bother these people? 20:00

2y ago20:00

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Focusing on how you can "not bother people" when you're in sales is a guaranteed way to bother people. The subconscious mind is fascinating and I'm interested to learn about ketamine's effects on the subconscious when I talk to Charles Patty from My Self Wellness later this week.We want to hear from you. Leave us a message at https://podinbox.com/c…

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61: Keith Daubmann on Business Ownership and Content Marketing 1:31:18

2y ago1:31:18

1:31:18

Chris and Keith dive into what it's like to run a business, the power of content marketing, and how celebrities like Mr. Beast reinvest their earnings to grow & engage their following. Keith is the Vice President of MY Shower Door, one of the largest employers in SWFL. He's also the National Sales Manager and Influencer for MY Architectural Glass, …

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60: Tyler Vaughn on Yachts, Software, & Sales 39:53

2y ago39:53

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Chris and Tyler dive into what it's been like working at Vessel Vanguard recently. (Vessel Vanguard is a software that allows yacht owners and managers to keep track of everything on their boat: maintenance, documents, inventory, checklists, and more.) Connect with Tyler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/r-tyler-vaughn/ We'd love to hear fro…

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59: Brit Foshee on Flips & Real Estate 1:07:57

2y ago1:07:57

1:07:57

Chris and Brit dive into how Brit got into the real estate world and what he's learned from his experience owning rental homes & real estate.Check out Brit's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebritfoshee/Check out Brit's flip material list: https://beacons.ai/britfosheeWe'd love to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail on our PodInbox: https://p…

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58: Bryce Lawrence on Business, Faith, & Family 1:22:01

2y ago1:22:01

1:22:01

Bryce & Chris dive into changing business models, as well as how faith and family have changed their lives. Connect with Bryce on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-lawrence-0a418a14a/ Show Bryce some love on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrycelawrence/ Connect with his company on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/discov…

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Unlocking Opportunities for Private Capital in Africa: Navigating Global Uncertainty 46:33

2y ago46:33

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This discussion explores how private capital investors in Africa are navigating this storm to unlock opportunities on the continent and maintain a competitive portfolio amidst a threatening global recession Speakers: Runa Alam, Co-Founding Partner & Chief Executive Officer, Development Partners International Clarisa De Franco Okey Enelamah, Chairma…

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57: Shawn & Sergio on Financing Real Estate 1:01:10

2y ago1:01:10

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Chris, Shawn, and Sergio dive into the world of banking & finances, specifically financing real estate.Connect with Shawn Byerly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelion/Connect with Sergio Nascimento on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-nascimento-86768a14/We'd love to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail on our PodInbox: https:/…

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