by Lea Strickland | Apr 9, 2019 | Glossary
A SAFE transaction is an exchange of cash (from the investor) for an agreement that may result in ownership interest in the future. While not a debt instrument, the SAFE agreement like a convertible note provides the ability to obtain cash now for the potential to...
by Lea Strickland | Jul 3, 2018 | Organizational Change
Too Much Change, So Much Resistance I read a statistic from the US Department of Labor that says 64% of Americans leave their jobs because they don’t feel appreciated. That under appreciation goes from the lowest levels of the organization to the office of the...
by Lea Strickland | Jul 3, 2018 | Change Management, Organizational Change
Too many businesses launch new initiatives to improve their business results without taking the time to create a clear diagnosis for the root issue. To get the best results, you have to make changes where it will have an impact. You have to spend time and money on the...
by Lea Strickland | Oct 31, 2017 | Focus on Business Radio Show
Cryptocurrency, Blockchains, ICOs, and Fintech Guests: Jim Verdonik and Benji Jones Listen Jim Verdonik and Benji Jones lead Ward and Smith P. A.’s Securities and Fintech groups. These groups include crowdfunding, cryptocurrency, blockchains and ICOs. They are also...
by Lea Strickland | Sep 6, 2017 | Focus on Business Radio Show
NC PACES ACT INTERVIEW LISTEN NOW My guest today is Corporate attorney Benji Taylor Jones. She recently joined the Raleigh office of Ward and Smith. She has been a trusted counselor to numerous private and public companies in a variety of corporate and securities law...
by Lea Strickland | Sep 5, 2017 | Focus on Business Radio Show
Listen Now to IFundWomen Podcast Guests: Corporate attorney Benji Taylor Jones and Concetta Rand is CRO of iFundWomen. Benji Jones Bio Benji has been a guest on the program before, but let me refresh your memory by sharing her bio. Benji joined the Raleigh office of...
by Lea Strickland | May 2, 2017 | Focus on Business Radio Show
Host Lea Strickland talks with Ray Chow of Foosye about the transformation of the food truck industry with new business models and technology. Ray has been in the restaurant Business for 20 years. Ray was on our show in June of 2015 and shared insights and experiences...
by Lea Strickland | Mar 14, 2017 | Focus on Business Radio Show
Guest Nancy MacCreery of Broad Reach Marketing Services: Broad Reach develops practical, effective marketing solutions that ensure local small businesses attract, engage and retain customers. She’s worked with both large and small organizations, developing...
by Lea Strickland | Mar 14, 2017 | Focus on Business Radio Show
Do you have a favorite Charity? Are you buying or selling a home? What if you could donate to your favorite charity or non-profit simply by listing them as a beneficiary of your home buying or selling transaction? Wouldn’t that be great! Leigh Roberts and Team...
by Lea Strickland | Jan 24, 2017 | Focus on Business Radio Show
Chris Heivly of the Start-up Factory and LaunchBox Digital is the featured guest. Chris shares insights on entrepreneurs, start-ups, and what’s next for him. He shares lessons learned, insights from his book, Build the Fort (available on Amazon.com) and the need...
