Atlanta Business Radio

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor welcomes back Aarti Sahgal, founder and CEO of Synergies Work and Synergies Seed Fund. Artie discusses her nonprofit's mission to empower entrepreneurs with disabilities through resources, mentorship, and access to capital. She highlights the launch of Synergies Seed Fund, the first nonprofit CDFI supporting disabled business […] The post Breaking Barriers: Transforming Disability into Opportunity Through Business appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, host Lee Kanter interviews Darren Joel, Atlanta Regional Director of The CFO Center. Darren explains how The CFO Center provides fractional CFO services, offering experienced financial leadership to small and medium-sized businesses on a flexible basis. He discusses ideal client profiles, common triggers for seeking fractional CFOs, and […] The post From Startups to Exits: How Fractional CFOs Can Guide Your Business Through Every Stage appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Amber Cabral, founder of Human Well, about the evolving challenges of leadership and communication in today's workplaces. Amber discusses the impact of technology, generational differences, and remote work on interpersonal skills, emphasizing the need for psychological safety and resilience. She shares insights on bridging gaps […] The post The Human Element: Why Leadership Development Needs a Personal Touch appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, host Lee Kantor sits down with Starr Douglas, Founder & CEO of an AI-powered staffing platform transforming the hospitality industry. Starr shares why the hourly labor market is broken, why hospitality was the right place to start, and how flexibility--not just pay--is key to solving staffing shortages. She […] The post FrontHouz: Solving Hospitality's Staffing Shortage with Tech & the Gig Economy appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Gaurav Singal was named Chief Technology Officer in September 2022. Singal has over 20 years in experience scaling technology companies and driving product innovation. Prior to joining Cantaloupe, Singal served as the executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer of the Georgia Lottery Corporation, where he led the organization through a successful digital transformation. His previous experience […] The post Fintech South 2025: Gaurav Singal with Cantaloupe appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Shanthi Shanmugam is CEO and Co-Founder of Casap. Casap is a copilot & collaboration platform to automate disputes, reduce fraud loss, and create loyalty building opportunities. Casap’s mission is driven by cutting-edge technology, client success, and a deep sense of empathy. We are committed to creating innovative solutions that expedite resolution and provide financial peace of […] The post Fintech South 2025: Shanthi Shanmugam with Casap appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Charles E. Potts is Executive Vice President, Innovation for the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA). In this role Potts drives ICBA's innovation initiatives, and financial technology strategies, working with ICBA leadership to develop impactful, value-added solutions that help community banks seize new market opportunities to meet customers' evolving financial services' needs. Potts' extensive experience […] The post Fintech South 2025: Charles Potts with ICBA appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Prakash Devulapalli with Opus Technologies is a Global Business and Technology leader with over 20 years of experience in Strategy, Consulting, Sales & Business Development with an entrepreneurial mindset. Over the years, he has enjoyed many challenging leadership roles, including leading high-powered teams to deliver top-line and bottom-line growth, building practice and competency, driving customer […] The post Fintech South 2025: Prakash Devulapalli with Opus Technologies appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Ania Lackey is the Executive Director of FinTech Atlanta. FinTech Atlanta is a coalition of companies working to advance Atlanta as the recognized global capital of financial technology. Led by seasoned industry executives, the group's priorities are to drive fintech industry growth, talent expansion, innovation acceleration, and public policy influence in Atlanta and across the […] The post Fintech South 2025: Ania Lackey with FinTech Atlanta appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Mike Kresse is Executive Vice President of Commercial and New Payment Flows at Mastercard, North America. In this role, he leads the go-to-market strategy for a diverse set of commercial products and services, spanning large corporate, middle market, SMB, healthcare, and money transfer solutions. Mike oversees a cross-functional team that's helping to scale innovation, accelerate […] The post Fintech South 2025: Mike Kresse with Mastercard appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Mark Frey has established Corpay as a market leader in cross-border payments and currency risk management since being appointed Group President of Corpay Cross-Border Solutions in March 2022. A proven leader with over 20 years' experience in trading and treasury operations, Mark has been with us for over a decade. He led the successful acquisitions […] The post Fintech South 2025: Mark Frey with Corpay appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Jonathan O'Connor, Fintech South 2025 Chair; Division President, Third-Party Payments, Synovus. Jonathan is a results-oriented Executive, with 25+ years of experience leading sales teams, driving revenue, and identifying operational improvement strategies. Expert knowledge of global payment solutions, e-commerce, risk mitigation, digital currencies, merchant processing, mergers and acquisitions. Adept at effective communication with internal executive leaders and external […] The post Fintech South 2025: Jonathan O’Connor with Synovus appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Monika Mueller has over 23 years of experience, bringing innovative solutions to her clients. Monika has focused on business and technology management at entrepreneurial, Fortune 500, and consulting companies. She has a depth of experience in management consulting, information management, process optimization, and customer relationship management. Monika has served in leadership roles at Ernst & […] The post Fintech South 2025: Monika Mueller with Softensity appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Tom Priore co-founded Priority in 2005, and has served as the company's chairman and chief executive officer since 2018. Under his direction, Priority has grown from a founder-financed technology startup to be the fifth largest non-bank merchant acquirer in the U.S. by volume. Tom has steered Priority from an organization focused on payments processing to […] The post Fintech South 2025: Thomas Priore with Priority Commerce appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

As Founder and CEO of Keeper Solutions for over 13 years, Stephen Walsh leads our team in developing products and platforms for fintech companies at all stages in the US, UK, and Ireland. We support clients from their initial prototypes through significant growth by delivering tailored solutions that address real market needs. Our AI Lab […] The post Fintech South 2025: Stephen Walsh with Keeper Solutions appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Internationally recognized thought leader and speaker, Michelle Beyo has graced prestigious stages worldwide, including Santa Barbara TEDx, Money20/20, Fintech Meetup, and Open Banking Expo, sparking dialogue on finance's future. A dedicated mentor and Money20/20 RiseUp alum, she serves on the Advisory Boards of Tillo Rewards and VoPay. As President and Board Member of Open Banking […] The post Fintech South 2025: Michelle Beyo with Finavator appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Mike Morris, with Wipfli, oversees projects, including Service Organization and Control (SOC) reports (SOC 1 and SOC 2), Sarbanes Oxley IT 404 testing, network vulnerability and penetration testing and IT general control reviews for FinTech companies, banks, and insurance companies. He is a member of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and is an […] The post Fintech South 2025: Mike Morris with Wipfli appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Sabrina Lamb is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of WorldofMoney.org, a non-profit dedicated to providing 120 annual immersive hours of classroom and online youth financial education in the United States and Africa. She contributed to Ghana's original Ministry of Finance Digital Financial Services Policy. Sabrina is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wekeza […] The post Fintech South 2025: Sabrina Lamb with Wekeza appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Innovation runs in Natalie Hogg’s family. Her grandfather is credited with inventing direct deposit, and she carries that same drive to transform established systems. At Method Q, we have developed a proprietary framework that applies scientific principles to marketing strategy and execution. This methodology enables our clients to achieve predictable growth through evidence-based decision making […] The post Fintech South 2025: Natalie Hogg with Method Q appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Erica Woods, head of U.S. State & Local Public Policy, Stripe, is an experienced attorney and policy professional with a demonstrated history of working in Government Affairs at both the Federal and State levels. Skilled in Government/ Stakeholder Engagement, Communications, and Public Policy. Public and private sector experience. Graduate of Vanderbilt University and Washington University […] The post Fintech South 2025: Erica Woods with Stripe appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Larry Williams is President and CEO of the Technology Association of Georgia. He brings more than 25 years of experience in global branding, international trade and finance, public and industrial policy, and administration and management to TAG. As the former president and CEO of The Beacon Council, Miami-Dade County's official economic development partnership, he helped facilitate local, […] The post Fintech South 2025: Larry Williams with TAG appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

On this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, host Lee Kantor welcomes Wayne Li, a senior product development and design leader whose career has been defined by turning ideas into revenue-generating businesses. With deep expertise in industrial design, brand management, and global product strategy, Li has helped Fortune 500s like Panasonic, Northrop Grumman, and Home Depot--and […] The post Designing Innovation: From Concept to Market Impact appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

On this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Dr. Stephen Smith of Peachtree Orthopedics. Dr. Smith discusses orthopedic care for hip and knee issues, emphasizing the importance of exercise and weight management for joint health. He also highlights the Peachtree Orthopedics Foundation's charitable work, including providing surgeries in Honduras and supporting disadvantaged medical […] The post Strategies for Joint Health: Insights from an Orthopedic Surgeon appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Larry McHugh, co-chair of TAG Invest Connect. They discuss the upcoming event on October 23rd at Comcast Headquarters, designed to support underserved entrepreneurs--especially women and minorities--by connecting them with corporate buyers and investors. The event features a buyers brunch, a pitch competition with $10,000 and […] The post Grants, Guidance, and Growth: The TAG Invest Connect Experience for Entrepreneurs appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

On this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor talks with Barbie Palmer, Vice President of Business Technology Integration at Bank of America, about the Better Money Habits Gen Z Report. Barbie shares insights into Gen Z's financial challenges, spending habits, and reliance on digital tools for money management. The discussion covers Gen Z's attitudes […] The post Better Money Habits for Gen Z: Strategies to Thrive in Today's Economic Landscape appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor is joined by Kriston Sellier, President of id8, a branding agency specializing in mid-market manufacturing companies. Kriston explains how strategic branding can transform businesses by aligning internal culture with external messaging, shortening sales cycles, and driving revenue growth. She shares insights on conducting brand audits, the […] The post Why Consistency is Key: The Secret to Effective Branding appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor talks with Harry Rao, CEO and founder of TestGrid. Harry shares TestGrid's journey as an AI-powered platform automating mobile and web app testing, discusses the challenges and rewards of bootstrapping, and offers advice on customer acquisition, pricing, and team building. He highlights the impact of AI […] The post Navigating the Challenges of Bootstrapping: Insights from Harry Rao on Customer Acquisition and Team Building appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, host Lee Kantor talks with Kat Reynolds, Senior Manager of Corporate Social Impact at Veritiv, a packaging and logistics company. Kat shares how Veritiv integrates social responsibility into its business through employee volunteerism, nonprofit partnerships, and creative use of company resources. She discusses impactful initiatives like the "Goodness […] The post Bridging Communities: How Veritiv is Redefining Corporate Social Responsibility appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode we’ll preview Fintech South, a world-class event scheduled to run from August 19-20 at the Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall. Hosted by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), Fintech South has emerged as one the largest and most impactful financial technology conferences in the Southeast U.S. and nationally. The organizers are […] The post Exploring FinTech South: A Deep Dive into Atlanta's Thriving Financial Technology Ecosystem appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews John Shuman, President and CEO of Shuman Farms. John shares the history and growth of Shuman Farms, the unique qualities of Vidalia sweet onions, and how the farm expanded to supply onions year-round by partnering with growers in Peru. The conversation covers industry regulations, branding, […] The post The Sweet Success of Shuman Farms: Growth, Challenges, and Community Impact appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Cortney Newmans recently co-founded Asteris Lending, an institutionally-backed private lending firm headquartered in Atlanta with a mission to originate $1 billion in real estate loans nationwide. Backed by Nomura Securities International Inc., Asteris brings a sponsor-focused, relationship-driven approach to financing projects ranging from new construction to fix-and-flip and rental investments. At just 35, he is […] The post Cortney Newmans With Asteris Lending appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

John Inhouse is the Senior Market Executive for the Atlanta Buckhead & Associates Market of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management (MLWM). The Atlanta Buckhead & Associates Market covers three offices geographically including Atlanta Buckhead, Avalon, and Atlanta Galleria. He leads over 300 partners and manages over $300 million in revenue and $45 billion in assets and […] The post John Inhouse With Merrill appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Tracey Powell is the Senior Vice President - Office Leader for the PNFP Economic Empowerment Resource Center in Atlanta, GA. In addition to leading a full-service bank office, she promotes financial dignity through assisting mastermind participants in increasing their credit scores, increasing their savings and reducing their debts while creating a mentality of wealth that […] The post Tracey Powell With PEER Center/Tarkenton/gener8tor appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Dr. Shatrela Washington-Hubbard currently serves as the Swinton A. Griffith III dean and program director of human resource management programs for the College of Business & Communication at Brenau University. As dean of the College of Business & Communication, Washington-Hubbard is focusing on building strategic alliances to grow the college, differentiate the program offerings, and create programs […] The post Shatrela Washington-Hubbard, Ph.D. Brenau University And Kimber Armstrong With Better Business Bureau appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Dany Hernandez is a Cuban immigrant pursuing his passion for connection and community through technology and business. He graduated from Emory University in 2023 with a focus on Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Organization & Management. He’s working on a startup called Sonaara, a meetup app that connects users to one another at local spots, creating authentic, […] The post Dany Hernandez With Sonaara appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

As CPO, at Verusen, Ross Sonnabend is responsible for product and design, the product portfolio and the customer experience. He brings exceptional expertise and industry knowledge in technology products with over 20 years of experience with established and startup companies, drawing on a background in Business Strategy, Finance, Operations, and Product Management. He has worked […] The post Ross Sonnabend With Verusen appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Fox Gives is the philanthropic arm of Atlanta's historic Fox Theatre, dedicated to preserving historic theaters and supporting local communities. Opening in 1929 with nearly 100 years of history, the Fox Theatre has become a driving force of preservation, with dedicated efforts to maintain its original character while inspiring hope and revitalization for other historic […] The post Leigh Burns With Fox Theatre/Fox Gives appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Ilham Askia is a seasoned nonprofit leader with a deep commitment to advancing social justice and equity. As the President and CEO of the East Lake Foundation, she is responsible for leading the strategic vision and ongoing work with partners to ensure progress towards the Foundation's mission. The East Lake Foundation was established in 1995 […] The post Ilham Askia With East Lake Foundation appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

LaWanda Scales, Owner of Wisper Couture, didn’t let anything get in her way of achieving her goals, dreams, and aspirations. Diagnosed with a rare medical condition and having several close calls to losing her life, she strived through it all with determination to live life to the fullest while enhancing the lives of others by […] The post LaWanda Scales with Wisper Couture appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Rohit Panedka is Microsoft General Manager, E+D Product and Atlanta Site Lead. He is responsible for M365 and Experiences and Devices Support, Care, Innovation and value generation for our customers through Care and Support. His organization looks to understand customer needs with empathy and consistently experimenting on improving outcomes and experiences for our customers and […] The post Rohit Panedka With Microsoft appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Louis Gump is a business builder, transformational leader, and pragmatic optimist. He has served as a senior executive within large corporations, as CEO of smaller companies, and in industry leadership roles. He has worked with talented teams and achieved remarkable success for technology-driven growth businesses within companies including The Weather Channel and CNN, where he […] The post Louis Gump With Cambian Solutions appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Georgia Technology Summit brings together 1000+ Georgia-focused technologists to network, learn, and engage with the latest trends in Georgia innovation. This year's summit was held at the Woodruff Arts Center, a stunning and iconic cultural landmark located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. Dr. Rajeeb Hazra has more than three decades of experience in supercomputing, quantum, […] The post Georgia Technology Summit 2025: Dr. Rajeeb Hazra with Quantinuum appeared first on Business RadioX ®.