Kay brings in Charlie Williams and Michael Smith to this weeks show as they breakdown the day that led to their second ABT victory!

Randy Rozema is the Director of Applications Engineering and a Principal at ACS, which delivers equipment, controls, and facilities solutions to the automotive, aerospace, energy, and industrial manufacturing industries. In his role, he develops design criteria and oversees the construction and testing of advanced test facilities. As an acoustics a…

Two time ABT Winners Nolan Spencer & Jonathan Reese recap their second win on Weiss Lake! Kay then previews Eufaula.

Angie McKuin is the Business Development Manager at PMS, Inc., a custom steel fabrication company serving industrial and agricultural businesses. She is a fourth-generation employee of the family business. In this episode… Family businesses face a unique challenge to honor long-standing legacies while evolving for future growth. Balancing tradition…

Being a working mom in the climate space just hits different. Sure, there are the same pressures that all women who juggle raising kids and a job face and that have been well documented. But it’s next-level when your job entails fighting for solutions to the climate crisis and pushing for choices to ensure your kids actually have healthy communitie…

Kay brings on all the guests in this weeks show with Chad & Chase Schroeder breaking down how they became Two-Time Winners on the ABT, followed by the one and only Lee Pitts to give his thoughts on the upcoming ABT Tournament on Weiss Lake!

Heather Stone, PhD, MBA, is the Founder and CEO of Practical PhD, a leadership consultancy that helps CEOs and their second-in-command executives build effective, scalable partnerships. As a four-time company president, two-time business owner, and award-winning instructor, she created the Getting the Right Hand Right leadership training program, w…

Pete Hayes is the Branch Manager of The Hayes Company’s Nashville branch, Hayes Insulation, which provides insulation solutions for builders and homeowners. Before launching Hayes Insulation, he worked in the automotive industry at Nissan Motor Corporation. With eight years of experience in construction and a lifetime of exposure to his family’s bu…

Your Neely Henry Champions, Todd Beaty & Ethan Mcdonald, join Kay to recap their victory on Neely Henry! Luke Dunkin then joins the fun to help wrap up this weeks show!

Nancy Fateen is the President of Seizmic Inc., an engineering and consulting firm within the material handling industry. She is also the President of Submittal Services, Inc., which provides permit management services for the material handling industry. Nancy started her career in material handling at the age of 17 and has held roles in customer se…

Israel Woodson is the Founder and CEO of HydroCare Cleaning and Restoration, an independent company specializing in commercial tile restoration, residential floor cleaning, and water removal services. He grew up immersed in the flooring and construction industries through his father's business. After nearly a decade of owning a retail business, Isr…

Charles Scott is an executive mentor who helps individuals achieve ambitious goals while crafting meaningful lives. After a 14-year career at Intel Corporation, he co-founded the non-profit Team See Possibilities, which offers scholarships and mentoring to college students with vision impairment. Charles also developed an executive workshop titled …

Kay recaps her time at REDCREST and covers news in the bass fishing world, then brings in Daniel Vazques, who recently moved to Alabama, to hear his thoughts on fishing in Alabama!

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Justin Kelly is the Owner of Fifth & Broad, a media production company. He is also the Deacon of Audio Visual at Edgefield Church. Before founding Fifth & Broad, Justin was an Audio Technician at Bryan College and Westwood Baptist Church and the Director of Visual Content at South Street Co. In this episode… In industries like manufacturing, constr…

Blake Tomlin and Justin Foster join Kay on this weeks podcast to breakdown what led to their second victory on the Alabama Bass Trail!

Reggie D. Ford is the Founder and President of RoseCrete Wealth Management, a financial services company for high-net-worth clients. He is also a Wellness and Resilience Architect at RoseCrete Wellness Company, where he works with corporate teams, educational institutions, and sports organizations to foster cultures of mental wellness and peak perf…

Kay breaks down her time at the Bassmaster and brings in the lead singer of the Fat Rascals, Luke Dunkin, to give their picks and predictions for the upcoming tournament on Lake Logan Martin!

Jason Sain is the Founder of 1 Degree Consulting, a consulting company for the construction industry. Through 1 Degree Consulting, he implements small, incremental changes that lead to significant improvements in the lives of individuals within the construction sector. With 25 years of experience in construction leadership, Jason has served as Exec…

Lake Guntersville winners, Hunter Davidson and Bryant Fikes, brought in a nearly 30 pound bag to secure the win and their spot in the 2025 ABT Championship! Listen in as they break down their day!

Duane Murray is the Principal Chair of C12, a leading peer advisory forum for Christian CEOs and business owners. Before joining C12, he served as an Executive Pastor at Thompson Station Church, where he led local development, international missions, and church planting efforts. Duane began his career in the healthcare space, serving as the CEO of …

Kay brings in Luke Dunkin and Josh Butts to this weeks show! They preview Lake Guntersville, make their picks, and discuss many other topics in this weeks episode!

Mark Hiddleson is the Owner of Specialized Storage Solutions, Inc., a nationwide logistics company with industry-leading warehouse storage solutions. The company provides clients with innovative products, facility layouts, and designs to optimize their logistics operations. With several decades of service experience in the warehousing and logistics…

Kay gives an inside look to all the roles and responsibilities of the ABT itself, as well as the crew! Work never stops for the Alabama Bass Trail.

Chris Rutland & Coby Carden make ABT history with a sixth win on the Alabama Bass Trail! Kay covers this among several other topics on this weeks show!

Michele Herlein is the Founder and CEO of CultureMax, a firm aligning organizational strategy and culture to drive exceptional financial results. In 2015, she co-founded Impact100 Nashville, a women's giving circle that has awarded over $1 million in grants to local nonprofits and served as its President from 2018 to 2021, doubling membership to ov…

Becky Sharpe is the Owner and CEO of International Scholarship & Tuition Services (ISTS), a women-owned organization that manages scholarships and tuition assistance programs. Under her leadership, ISTS has expanded its services to manage educational assistance programs globally. Becky is also the Co-owner and CEO of Collegiate Sports Data, which c…

Kay brings in Luke Dunkin to this weeks show, and the pair gives their predictions on what it will take and who will be in the mix to take home the win!

Dr. Jeremy Weisz is the Co-founder of Rise25, a company that helps B2B business owners connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners through a done-for-you podcast service. Jeremy has been involved in podcasting for 14 years and was a senior producer for early business podcasts. He helped put all of their systems in …

Kay brings in your Smith Lake Winners, Blake Hall and Jeremy Lamb! They breakdown what led to their victory and what they are looking forward to next!

Danielle Neely is the Co-founder of KNC Marketing, where she creates custom marketing plans to help businesses increase sales. As a seasoned digital marketer, she has worked in the food service, manufacturing, automotive, finance, and nonprofit spaces. Danielle specializes in content creation, social media marketing, and digital advertising. In thi…

Ken Huffman is the VP of Operations at Toyota Material Handling Midsouth, a premier provider of material handling equipment, warehouse solutions, rentals, parts, and services. In his role, he leads the organization’s operations in its Western territories. With a background in engineering and operational leadership, Ken specializes in process optimi…

Kay brings in the voice of the ABT, Luke Dunkin to the show! They cover many topics and have a great discussion on all things, past, present, and future of Bass Fishing!

Michelle Boykin is the Chief Operating Officer at Rackley Roofing Company, Inc., a full-service commercial and industrial roofing contractor. In her role, she has scaled the company’s service division. As a leader in the roofing industry, she serves as a Secretary on the Executive Committee of National Women in Roofing, the Director of Member Servi…

Kay brings in the two time Bassmaster Angler Of The Year, Gerald Swindle, to this weeks podcast! Gerald reflects on his career, looks to the future, and answers an array of questions!

Nick Newman is the Executive Director of the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts (TAUD), which provides technical, legal, and operational support to over 500 utilities and businesses in Tennessee. Nick has 37 years of experience in leadership positions and hands-on experience in the utility industry. Before his current role at TAUD, he serve…

Kay welcomes in Matt Adams and Jason Whitehead to this weeks podcast. Matt and Jason brought over 28 pounds of Lake Guntersville bass to the scale and brought home well over 30k! Listen in as they break down their day!

Ginger Duncan is a Leadership Coach who specializes in empowering and developing leaders to gain a competitive edge in their industries. With over 20 years of experience in leadership development, she has worked with startups, existing and merging teams, and Fortune 500 companies to align their values and behaviors with organizational growth. Ginge…

Your 2025 ABT 100 AOY Team, Josh Chapel and Paul Davis, join Kay on this weeks podcast to discuss the upcoming ABT 100 Tournament, the 2025 Season, and more!

Dave Bertino is the Owner and President of David M. Bertino Manufacturing, which specializes in commercial casework for public works projects. Since 1988, he has installed and manufactured institutional casework for schools, colleges, hospitals, and labs. Dave delivers reliable and functional solutions for some of the most demanding work environmen…

Kay welcomes in Luke Dunkin to this weeks podcast to talk about college sports, the upcoming ABT 100, and much more!

Lenore Hirsch is the Owner of Laughing Oak Publications, where she self-publishes blogs on travel and restaurants, poetry, short stories, and books, including My Leash on Life and Laugh and Live. She was instrumental in founding the Napa Valley branch of the California Writers Club and has written columns and features for the Napa Valley Register. …

Shawn Jones is the President of Toyota Material Handling Midsouth, a premier provider of material handling equipment, warehouse solutions, rentals, parts, and service. With over 25 years of experience in material handling, he steers TMH Midsouth’s strategy and direction. Shawn empowers employees, delivers value to customers, and fosters a culture o…

Michelle Keckler is the Co-founder of KNC Marketing, an agency helping B2B industrial companies build their brands. With 15 years of experience in marketing and brand strategy, she has worked for globally recognized brands like Bridgestone Tires and Franke Coffee Systems. Michelle is passionate about building strong brands and helping companies ach…

Yvonne Sams is the Director of Logistics at True Organic Products, an organic fertilizer manufacturer. With over 25 years of experience in the agricultural food and beverage industry, she has worked in supply chain management for companies, including G3 Enterprises, Frito Lay, Inc., E. & J. Gallo Winery, and Tyson Foods. Yvonne is also the Regional…

Dustin Dowdy is the CEO of Southeastern Tank, a manufacturer and distributor of water storage tanks and related installation systems. He is also the President of Custom Pump & Controls, which distributes and repairs pump stations and equipment for storm and wastewater applications. As a 20-year water and wastewater industry veteran, Dustin has expe…

Kay brings in Andrew Loberg, one half of the winning team that took home $33,000 in the Snow Bowl Classic on Logan Martin, to this weeks show!

Danielle Neely is the Co-founder of KNC Marketing, where she creates custom marketing plans to help businesses increase sales. As a seasoned digital marketer, she has worked in the food service, manufacturing, automotive, finance, and nonprofit spaces. Danielle specializes in content creation, social media marketing, and digital advertising. In thi…

Kay welcomes listeners back after the Thanksgiving holiday and brings Fisher Anaya onto this weeks podcast!