Winners Circle With Jay
Welcome to the Winners Circle Podcast!Your premier destination for unlocking the secrets to success in business and leadership. Prepare yourself for a dynamic mix of thought-provoking discussions, enlightening interviews, and comprehensive conversations with industry trailblazers, accomplished entrepreneurs, and seasoned professionals who have excelled across diverse fields. In the Winners Circle, we dive deep into the multifaceted aspects of leadership, entrepreneurship, business networking, and innovative ideas. Our aim is to empower and inspire you, providing you with actionable insights and knowledge to help you thrive in today’s competitive business landscape.Join us as we embark on this journey toward su...
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Business Intelligence 101: Unlocking Big Wins for Small Businesses.
<p>Small businesses don’t fail because they lack passion or effort—they fail because they’re making decisions without clarity.</p><p>In this episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, host Jay Adewole sits down with Courtney De Ronde, CEO of Forge Financial & Management Consulting and creator of the Simple ScaleUp System™, for a practical, eye-opening conversation on how business intelligence can unlock massive growth for small businesses.</p><p>With over 20 years as a CPA and 15 years in business leadership, Courtney helps founders move beyond guesswork and intuition by using the right data to make smarter, more confident decision...
The Business of Art: Turning Talent into Income
<p>What if your creativity didn’t have to stay a passion—but could become a profitable, sustainable career?</p><p>In this episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, Jay Adewole sits down with Tim Packer, founder of Tim Packer Art Academy, to unpack what it truly takes to turn artistic talent into consistent income—without sacrificing authenticity or creative freedom.</p><p>Tim is an artist, educator, and entrepreneur who has helped countless creatives develop their skills, build strong personal brands, and create multiple income streams from their art. Blending real-world business strategy with deep respect for the creative proces...
The Vital Connection Between Entrepreneurs and Investors
<p>What truly separates founders who struggle to raise capital from those who scale transformative companies? It’s not just the idea—it’s the connection between entrepreneurs and investors.</p><p>In this episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, Jay Adewole sits down with Scott Kelly, Founder & CEO of Black Dog Venture Partners, for a masterclass on how innovation, capital, and trust intersect.</p><p>With more than three decades of experience working on both sides of the table, Scott has helped founders refine their vision, sharpen their pitch, and access the right investors—while also guiding investors toward high-pot...
Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur
<p>What does it really take to move from a steady paycheck to owning a business that aligns with your goals, lifestyle, and long-term vision?</p><p>In this episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, Jay Adewole sits down with Rick Morgin, a seasoned franchise consultant and business development executive with over 30 years of experience helping professionals transition from employees to confident entrepreneurs—using the franchise ownership model.</p><p>Rick’s passion for franchise consulting is rooted in helping individuals pursue business ownership, freedom, and the American Dream—without starting from scratch. His process is deeply personal, practical, and strate...
Investing for Beginners: Where to Start
<p>If investing feels confusing, intimidating, or out of reach—this episode is for you.</p><p>In this episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, host Jay Adewole sits down with Joey Mure, Managing Partner of Wealth Without Wall Street, to break down investing for absolute beginners—in simple, practical terms anyone can understand.</p><p>Joey has helped thousands of individuals escape traditional financial confusion and build wealth with confidence by focusing on clarity, discipline, and strategic decision-making. His philosophy is rooted in empowering everyday people to take control of their money—without relying solely on Wall Street or compli...
The Hidden Costs Draining Your Business — And How to Fix Them
<p>What if your business isn’t struggling because of revenue—but because of invisible costs you don’t even see?</p><p>In this episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, host Jay Adewole sits down with Jason Kruger, Partner at Citrin Cooperman and a seasoned business advisor with over 20 years of experience helping leaders uncover financial blind spots that quietly drain profitability.</p><p>Jason specializes in transforming unclear, incomplete, or chaotic financial data into clear, actionable insights that empower smarter decisions. As the founder of Signature Analytics and now a leader at Citrin Cooperman, he has helped companies cut un...
Financial Lessons They Don’t Teach in School: Real-World Money Education Everyone Needs
<p>Why do so many intelligent, hardworking people still struggle with money?</p><p>In this eye-opening episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, host Jay Adewole sits down with Robert Rolih, a financial educator and advocate for practical money knowledge, to uncover the financial lessons most of us were never taught in school—but desperately need in real life.</p><p>Robert’s mission is simple yet powerful: to bridge the gap between traditional education and real-world financial skills. With years of experience guiding individuals through budgeting, investing, credit, and wealth-building strategies, he helps everyday people gain clarity, confidence, and cont...
From Burnout to Breakthrough: A Dialogue with Justin Montgomery
<p>What happens when the career that once inspired you begins to drain your energy, time, and freedom?</p><p>In this powerful episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, host Jay Adewole sits down with Justin Montgomery, a former ER Nurse Practitioner who transformed frontline burnout into an eight-figure continuing education business.</p><p>After years in emergency medicine, Justin witnessed firsthand the exhaustion, rigid schedules, and capped earning potential facing healthcare professionals. Instead of remaining stuck in a system that no longer aligned with his vision, he leveraged his clinical expertise to build ProCourse Start—a scalable education platform th...
Why Most Marketing Fails — And How to Finally Get Results
<p>Why does marketing feel so hard—and why do so many business owners do “everything right” and still see no results?</p><p>In this episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, host Jay Adewole sits down with Sean Garner, a marketing strategist, business coach, and founder of Sean Garner Consulting, to break down why most marketing fails and what actually works if you want consistent, predictable growth.</p><p>Sean specializes in helping small and medium-sized businesses scale by mastering one critical advantage: positioning power—becoming the trusted expert in your niche instead of blending into the noise. </p><p>Throug...
From Chaos to Clarity: Building Discipline and Purpose with ADHD
<p>What if the very thing you’ve been told is holding you back… is actually your greatest advantage?</p><p>In this deeply impactful episode of The Winners Circle Podcast, host Jay Adewole sits down with Ronald Raymond Souers, a seasoned entrepreneur and wealth strategist, for an honest and empowering conversation about turning ADHD-driven chaos into clarity, discipline, and lasting purpose.</p><p>Known for helping individuals and businesses build sustainable wealth, protect assets, and plan for long-term legacy, Ronald shares a more personal side of his journey—revealing how he has learned to channel the challenges and strengths of ADH...
