Let's Talk Business South Carolina

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Three guests join this episode: Marc Mullis, the founder and CEO at Payformance Partners, talks about the importance of pay transparency and shares insight on hot compensation trends. Brett Cooper, the manager of corporate accounts at HTI or Human Technologies, Inc., says the "ugly truth" about today's supervisor is that they're just not ready to lead. 

Also, Michael Oliver, the public relations and social media coordinator for Metromont Corporation, is an executive you should know. Today's episode is brought to you by Greenville Technical college.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Episode 30 includes interviews with three executives. Katherine O'Neill, the chief economic development officer in Spartanburg, provides a rundown of a wide variety of economic development projects in Sparkle City as well as throughout the county. 

David Benner, the area president for FocusCFO, talks about the benefits of companies hiring fractionally. And in a segment of "An Executive You Should Know," Stacey Bevill, owner of Golden Career Strategies, joins the show.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

The modern workplace is ever changing. Companies must deal with more challenges than ever, including a labor shortage, skills gap, the continuing demand for remote/hybrid work, and new recruiting and retention strategies. Get an update. Also, see how a staffing firm and client work together to solve a real-world problem. Plus, get an update on how new regulatory laws will impact employers in 2024. 

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Artificial intelligence is finding its way into almost every industry. There is not an industry that has not, or will not, be impacted by AI. On this episode, we are presented with a real-world application of the technology. 

Rick Oppedisano, CEO at Delta Bravo AI, and Tyrone Ellis, aftermarket engineering leader at Trane Technologies, join the show to discuss how they are working together to use AI to solve supply and demand challenges for Trane. By using predictive analytics, Trane is able to drive efficiency in the field and reduce costs.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

It's tax season, so for business owners and other executives with financial responsibilities at their respective companies, that means ensuring you're aware of the latest tax reform news. John Price, Scott and Company CPAs' managing member and a leading member in the company's tax and advisory services practice, joins the show to ensure you've got all the scoop. So, let's start tax season planning now. John will help you assess your year-end tax strategies by reviewing updated IRS guidance.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

The 2024 Aerospace Outlook, Part 2 is brought to you by SC Competes. They are a statewide, business-led, non-profit organization that works to improve the long-term competitiveness of South Carolina. Aerospace is just one of the established industry clusters they support. Another is Logistics. Recently, we aired the Logistics Economic Impact Study, which was commissioned by SC Competes and presented by Dr. Joey Von Nessen, a highly renowned research economist at the Darla Moore School of Business.  

South Carolina’s aerospace industry isn’t just about the Boeing 787 manufactured in N. Charleston or the Greenville-built F16. The industry has evolved into one of the state’s most dynamic sectors with an annual economic impact of more than $28 billion. There's a lot to discuss. 

Part 2 is moderated by Stephen Astemborski, director of aerospace initiatives for SC Competes. Guests are Steve Prout, president, Southeast, at Solar Atmospheres and Jason Marlin, CEO at Champion Aerospace.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

The 2024 Aerospace Outlook, Part 1 is brought to you by SC Competes. They are a statewide, business-led, non-profit organization that works to improve the long-term competitiveness of South Carolina. Aerospace is just one of the established industry clusters they support. Another is Logistics. Recently, we aired the Logistics Economic Impact Study, which was commissioned by SC Competes and presented by Dr. Joey Von Nessen, a highly renowned research economist at the Darla Moore School of Business.  

South Carolina’s aerospace industry isn’t just about the Boeing 787 manufactured in N. Charleston or the Greenville-built F16. The industry has evolved into one of the state’s most dynamic sectors with an annual economic impact of more than $28 billion. There's a lot to discuss. 

Part 1 is moderated by Stephen Astemborski, director of aerospace initiatives for SC Competes. Guests are Dave Edwards, CEO at GSP International Airport, and Steve Townes, CEO at Ranger Aerospace and ACL Airshop.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

When economists are looking at factors that might influence future financial markets, they look at many indicators. A couple that are always important are construction and real estate trends. Manufacturing too. These are real bellwether industries in terms of providing the types of analytics economists are looking for when trying to predict the direction of the economy. 

 We recently aired the Residential Real Estate Outlook. Now, we turn our attention to the commercial real estate market. Stephen Smith, the managing director for South Carolina for CBRE, presents.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

2023 was a rollercoaster year for the financial markets. Concerns about inflation, a potential recession and rising interest rates played havoc with the markets and kept investors guessing. How will 2024 fare? Our financial expert Jeff Froman, a certified financial planner with Ameriprise Financial Services, shares his insight.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Episodes feature industry outlooks,  panel discussions on trending business topics, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Not too long ago, the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness – or SC Competes -- released its Logistics Economic Impact Study. According to this new study, the economic impact of the logistics industry on South Carolina is $48 billion. No surprise then that logistics has been called the lifeblood of state commerce in South Carolina. 

The study was completed and presented here by Dr. Joey Von Nessen, a renowned research economist at the University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business.

SC Competes is a non-profit organization that drives long-term economic growth by providing research like this. In addition to logistics, they also support the SC Aerospace and SC Tech clusters.

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring panel discussions on trending business topics, industry outlooks, and interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 13:
Marc Mullis, CEO, Payformance Partners
Jeff Froman, Certified Financial Planner, Thompson and Froman

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 12:
Featured Guest: Mike Renner, Driving Instructor, BMW Performance Center
Featured Guest: Adrienne Temple, VP, Training Programs, SCMEP
Wealth Management Expert: Jeff Froman, Certified Financial Planner, Ameriprise
Legal Expert: John Connell, Partner, Burr & Forman  

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show -- audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government officials. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 11:
Featured Guest: Dr. Nika White, CEO, Nika White Consulting
Thought Leader: John Uprichard, CEO, FGP | Find Great People
Thought Leader: Matt Caldwell, Market President, Bon Secours Health System
Wealth Management Expert: Jeff Froman, Certified Financial Planner, Ameriprise
Legal Expert: John Connell, Partner, Burr & Forman  

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a B2B talk show, audio podcast and a YouTube video series hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government dignitaries. Let’s Talk Business is available on most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 10:
Dave Edwards, CEO, Greenville Spartanburg Airport District
Travis Seward, Chief of Staff, EVG Media
Brittany Sinde,  Associate Creative Director, FUEL Marketing

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a weekly B2B radio talk show, audio podcast and a YouTube video series hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government dignitaries. Let’s Talk Business airs on 94.5 THE ANSWER in the Upstate of South Carolina, as well as most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 9:
Pamela Evette, Lt. Governor, South Carolina
Vicki Peek, Executive Vice President, FGP | Find Great People
Miranda Craig, Business Development Associate, SCMEP
Jeff Froman, Certified Financial Planner, Ameriprise Financial Services

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a weekly B2B radio talk show, audio podcast and a YouTube video series hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government dignitaries. Let’s Talk Business airs on 94.5 THE ANSWER in the Upstate of South Carolina, as well as most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 8:
Episode 8 includes interviews with three executives, including featured guest Mark Farris, CEO, Greenville Area Development Corp. (GADC). Also joining the show:
-- Kelvin Byrd, Dean of Advanced Manufacturing, Greenville Technical College
-- Doug Lineberry, Partner, Burr & Forman
-- Jeff Froman, Certified Financial Planner, Ameriprise Financial Services
Videos of each individual segment in the episode are also available here on this YouTube channel. Enjoy!

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a weekly B2B radio talk show, audio podcast and a YouTube video series hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government dignitaries. Let’s Talk Business airs on 94.5 THE ANSWER in the Upstate of South Carolina, as well as most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 7:
Episode 7 includes interviews with three executives, including featured guest Carlos Phillips, CEO, Greenville Chamber of Commerce. Also joining the show:
-- Travis Seward, chief of staff, EVG Media 
-- Rick Oppedisano, CEO, Delta Bravo
-- Jeff Froman, Certified Financial Planner, Ameriprise Financial Services

Videos of each individual segment in the episode are also available here on this YouTube channel. Enjoy!

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a weekly B2B radio talk show, audio podcast and a YouTube video series hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government dignitaries. Let’s Talk Business airs on 94.5 THE ANSWER in the Upstate of South Carolina, as well as most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 6:
Episode 6 includes interviews with four executives, including featured guests Secretary of Commerce Harry Lightsey and William Floyd, executive director at SCDEW. Also joining the show:
-- Megan Graham, vice president of business development at FGP or Find Great People, a staffing, executive search and consulting firm. 
-- Derek Davis, CEO and founder at Intelli-NET, an IT support and solutions company. 

Videos of each individual segment in the episode are also available here on this YouTube channel. Enjoy!

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a weekly B2B radio talk show, audio podcast and a YouTube video series hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government dignitaries. Let’s Talk Business airs on 94.5 THE ANSWER in the Upstate of South Carolina, as well as most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 5:
Featured Guest: Jody Bryson, CEO, SC Technology and Aviation Center (SCTAC)
Thought Leader: Jeff Froman, Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services 
Thought Leader:  Steve Hall, Vice President, FGP (Find Great People)

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.

Let’s Talk Business is a weekly B2B radio talk show, audio podcast and a YouTube video series hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins, featuring interviews with high-level South Carolina business executives, community leaders and government dignitaries. Let’s Talk Business airs on 94.5 THE ANSWER in the Upstate of South Carolina, as well as most popular podcast platforms. Video recordings of the full episode, as well as individual interview segments, are also posted on the Let's Talk Business South Carolina YouTube channel.

Guests appearing on Episode 4:
Featured Guest: Dr. Keith Miller, President, Greenville Technical College 
David Benner: Area President, FocusCFO
Joe LaPenna: Owner and CEO, Drum Creative

Each episode of "Let's Talk Business" also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: rjenkins@letstalkbusinesssc.com.

Thanks for listening.