Podcast appearances and mentions of matt rice

Philippians 1:22-26Rev. Matt Rice

Philippians 1:19-21Rev. Matt Rice

Philippians 1:12-18Rev. Matt Rice

The beverage alcohol business is in a curve.That's the phrase Matt Rice, founder and principal of Thirsty Insights, uses to describe the first half of 2026: a volatile, high-stakes moment where consolidation, consumer shifts, distributor disruption, and M&A are changing the race order in real time.In this episode, Matt joins Erica and Scott for a mid-year M&A update on the deals, category shifts, and distributor moves reshaping the drinks industry.We dig into the surge of activity across wine, spirits, RTDs, beer, and non-alc — from Gallo's move to acquire Four Roses, to Molson Coors buying Atomic Brands, to The Wine Group stepping into non-alc cocktails with Saint Agrestis' Phony Negroni line. Matt explains why buyers are still active, but far more disciplined, looking for growth vehicles, scarce assets, synergies, and route-to-market leverage.The conversation also tackles one of the biggest distributor shakeups in years: RNDC's market exits, Reyes' expansion beyond beer into wine and spirits, Martignetti's move into control states, Columbia Distributing's Oregon and Washington opportunity, and Southern Glazer's continued push into beer-aligned assets.For emerging brands, the implications are significant. Matt explains why distributor attention can materially affect performance, why smaller suppliers have to be easier to sell, and why brands now need to show up with tighter market plans, better data, clear target accounts, and a willingness to do the hand-selling themselves.We also explore why independent RTD brands like BeatBox, Surfside, and Carbliss have outpaced many incumbent launches, why “born-in-category” brands often win, and why Matt would put a hypothetical $1 million angel investment into Wine 2.0 — not because wine is winning today, but because he believes the next cycle may reward those building for where the puck is going.For drinks entrepreneurs, this episode is a masterclass in how to think about M&A, distribution, category timing, investor signals, and the strategic discipline required to survive the curve — and come out stronger on the straightaway.For the latest updates, follow us:Business of Drinks website (sign up for our newsletter!)Business of Drinks YouTubeBusiness of Drinks LinkedInInstagram @bizofdrinksErica Duecy, co-host: Erica Duecy is founder and co-host of Business of Drinks and one of the drinks industry's most accomplished digital and content strategists. She runs the consultancy and advisory arm of Business of Drinks and has built publishing and marketing programs for Drizly, VinePair, SevenFifty, and other hospitality and drinks tech companies.Erica Duecy LinkedInInstagram @ericaduecyScott Rosenbaum, co-host: Scott Rosenbaum is co-host of Business of Drinks and a veteran strategist and analyst with deep experience building drinks portfolios. Most recently, he was the Portfolio Development Director at Distill Ventures. Prior to that, he was the Vice President of T. Edward Wines & Spirits, a New York-based importer and distributor.Scott Rosenbaum LinkedInCaroline Lamb, contributor: Caroline is a producer and on-air contributor at Business of Drinks and a key account sales and marketing specialist at AHD Vintners, a Michigan-based importer and distributor.Caroline Lamb LinkedInInstagram @borkalineSubscribe to the Business of Drinks channel for more insights on how brands, retailers, and operators are unlocking growth across beverages. And please rate and review us. Your support helps us reach new listeners. Thank you!

Philippians 1:9-11Rev. Matt Rice

Philippians 1:7-8Rev. Matt Rice

Philippians 1:6Rev. Matt Rice

Philippians 1:1-5Rev. Matt Rice

Lamentations 3:52-66Rev. Matt Rice

Lamentations 3:40-51Rev. Matt Rice

Lamentations 3:25-39Rev. Matt Rice

Lamentations 3:1-24Rev. Matt Rice

Mark 16:1-8Rev. Matt Rice

Mark 11:1-11Rev. Matt Rice

Revelation 21:1-8Rev. Matt Rice

Matthew 25:31-46Rev. Matt Rice

Matthew Rice is Chief Investment Officer of Vistamark Investments LLC where he leads the creation and execution of innovative, research-driven investment strategies anchored in disciplined portfolio management .He launched the firm in June of 2025 after a long career at Fiducient Advsors.  Our conversation starts with his career as a college and then professional athlete and the way that this experience shaped him in terms of resilience and teamwork. We move then to his continued formative years in investment consulting at the firm that was then DiMeo Schneider and follow this with what led him to launch Vistamark.  Matt emphasized the importance of qualitative analysis alongside quantitative models and shared his approach to maximizing return at a given risk budget. He also discussed the challenges of mission-driven investing, such as removing fossil fuels from portfolios. His final advice is around the importance of being honest, hardworking, and true to oneself as an investor.This podcast is kindly sponsored by Evanston Capital and Alvine Capital. For over 20 years Evanston Capital has had a key focus in identifying early-stage investment managers it believes are capable of generating long-term, value-added returns in complex, innovative strategy areas. Alvine Capital is a specialist investment manager and placement boutique with a particular focus on alternative assets with significant presence in London and Stockholm.

Romans 12:14-13:7Rev. Matt Rice

James 1:19-27Rev. Matt Rice

Acts 20:17-35Rev. Matt Rice

1 Timothy 3:1-13Rev. Matt Rice

Romans 12:3-13Rev. Matt Rice

Market volatility doesn't just test portfolios. It exposes how founders think under pressure. In this episode of Founder Talk, Alex Sheridan sits down with Matt Rice and Bill Seyfarth of Vistamark Investments, two experienced investment professionals who have built and scaled an advisory firm by staying disciplined when markets — and emotions — swing hard.Together, they tackle a common but dangerous founder mistake: treating investing like a reaction instead of a system. Matt and Bill explain why panic selling, market timing, and overconfidence quietly destroy long-term outcomes — especially for entrepreneurs used to controlling every variable in their business. The conversation offers a calmer, more strategic lens for thinking about wealth, retirement, and capital allocation alongside building and running a company.Rather than quick takes or hype, the episode delves into mindset shifts. Founders will come away with clearer thinking around volatility, a better framework for separating business risk from personal wealth, and practical lessons drawn from real market cycles, not headlines.Q&A-Style Takeaways with Timestamps00:00:00 – Introduction00:03:40Q: What helped Vistamark grow from zero to hundreds of millions in assets so quickly?A: Years of credibility, deep relationships, and trust built long before launching the firm — not overnight tactics.00:08:42Q: Why do many founders delay retirement and investment planning?A: They over-invest in their business and underestimate how hard it is to catch up later without time and compounding.00:11:50Q: Why is “time in the market” more important than timing the market?A: Missing just a few strong market days can dramatically reduce long-term returns, especially during volatile periods.00:15:14Q: Is retirement overrated for founders who love what they do?A: Retirement doesn't have to mean stopping work — it can mean optionality, flexibility, and control over time.00:22:20Q: What should founders consider before selling their company?A: Whether they're selling for the right reasons — and whether they have a clear plan for life after the exit.00:33:15Q: Why do investors often make the worst decisions during market crashes?A: Human psychology is wired for fear and greed, which leads to selling low and abandoning disciplined strategies.00:58:48Q: Does more money actually make founders happier?A: The absence of money creates stress, but beyond a certain point, fulfillment comes from purpose, balance, and impact.Watch the full conversation to hear how experienced investors think when markets get emotional — and why discipline matters more than predictions. Subscribe to Founder Talk for more authentic, no-fluff founder interviews.

Hebrews 10:19-25Rev. Matt Rice

Romans 12:1-2Rev. Matt Rice

Hebrews 12:1-7Rev. Matt Rice

Matthew 2:13-18Rev. Matt RiceGod's love is perfect in its plan, in Jesus, and in us.Repent, believe, and receive God's love.

Matthew 2:1-12Rev. Matt Rice

Matthew 1:18-25Rev. Matt Rice

Matthew 1:1-17Rev. Matt Rice

Matthew 9:35-38Rev. Matt Rice

Exodus 6:1-27Rev. Matt Rice

Exodus 5:1-23Rev. Matt Rice

Exodus 4:1-31Rev. Matt Rice

Exodus 3:13-22Rev. Matt Rice

Exodus 3:1-12Rev. Matt Rice

Exodus 2:1-25Rev. Matt Rice

Exodus 1:1-22Rev. Matt Rice

Luke 21:10-19Rev. Matt Rice

Romans 15:1-7Rev. Matt Rice

Tamara interviews owners Mike Dorr and Matt Rice about Burgess Technology Services reaching the 40 year milestone. They discuss changes in business technology over those decades as well as how the business has evolved to meet client's ever-changing needs.  Larges changes include cloud computing, hardware and now, Artificial Intelligence. See referenced links to Blog and Podcast topics below.    BTS Blogs and Services: 40 Years of Evolving in IT Support and Expertise - Burgess Technology Services Burgess Technology Blog Archives - Burgess Technology Services IT Security Suite - Burgess Technology Services Security Awareness Training | IT Support Services BTS Maine   IT Sucks Podcast: 35th Anniversary Episode! IT Sucks Podcast: How the Pandemic Changed How Business is Done Find episodes on business technology services, issues and tools and more, as well as interviews with referenced staff members Maggie Cano and Anthony Terrano, at www.itsuckspodcast.com For more information, visit www.BTSMaine.com or call 207-443-9554.  

Colossians 2:6-15Rev. Matt Rice

What is going on these days with the Linux Professional Institute (LPI)? I sat down with Matthew Rice, the current Executive Director of LPI to find out! Way back in 1998/99, I was one of the co-founders of LPI, still today the leading independent certification program for Linux administrators. I haven't been involved in 20 years but was recently inducted into the LPI “Hall of Fellows” - https://www.lpi.org/hall-of-fellows/ - and Matt Rice visited me in Vermont to give me an actual physical award. So I seized the opportunity to ask Matt a few questions and understand what LPI is doing in 2025.

1 Kings 8:54-61Rev. Matt Rice

1 Peter 2:4-10Rev. Matt Rice

Isaiah 12:1-6Rev. Matt Rice

Romans 5:6-11Rev. Matt Rice

On today's program: Matt Rice, Solicitor General of Tennessee, celebrates the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision to uphold Tennessee's protections for children against mutilating gender procedures. Quena Gonzalez, FRC's Senior Director of Government