Business on the Run

How Dickinson ISD Is Changing Student Lives ft. Amy Garza | Business on the Run Episode 13

In this episode of Business on the Run, Mark Andersen sits down with Amy Garza, Executive Director of the Dickinson ISD Education Foundation, to discuss how community partnerships, fundraising, scholarships, and career programs are helping students across Dickinson succeed.Amy shares the incredible story behind the foundation’s record-breaking gala that raised $287,000, the growth of Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs, scholarship opportunities, mentorship initiatives, and the mission to support the “whole child” through education, wellness, clothing assistance, food programs, and more.If you like what you hear, give us a follow and leave a review! New episodes every Monday!

How No College Degree Led to His Business Success ft. Ryan Herpin | Business on the Run Episode 11

In this episode of Business on the Run, Mark Andersen sits down with entrepreneur, consultant, speaker, and business strategist Ryan Herpin to discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, business exits, discipline, and what it truly takes to build a scalable company. Ryan shares his journey from becoming a master welder at 21 years old to helping scale businesses and contributing to a company exit valued near $200 million. Ryan also discusses his upcoming books, keynote speaking journey, faith-driven leadership philosophy, and the importance of becoming the person you were created to be. If you like what you hear, give us a follow and leave a review! New episodes every Monday!

Texas Nonprofit Into a Regional Success Story

What does it take to lead a nonprofit, restore thousands of acres of protected land, and still train for marathons and Ironman races? In this episode of Business on the Run, host Mark Andersen sits down with Tim Pylate, Executive Director of Armand Bayou Nature Center, to discuss nonprofit leadership, international humanitarian work, conservation, endurance sports, and personal growth. Tim shares incredible stories from his time serving overseas in Ukraine, Afghanistan, Lebanon, and Haiti, along with how he helped grow Armand Bayou Nature Center from a nonprofit into a multi-million-dollar organization protecting over 4,000 acres of Texas wilderness. Connect with Tim Pylate at Armand Bayou Nature Center Schedule a visit: https://www.abnc.org/hours-location-admission Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abncTX/ Instagram: @armandbayounaturecenter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothypylate/ Connect with Mark on social media🔽🔽🔽 Facebook: @Know Your Numbers Instagram: @smallbizfinancetips TikTok: @chasingprofitandpups LinkedIn: @know-your-numbers Don’t forget to like, follow, and share for more insights on running a smarter business!

From Financial Survival to Business Success ft. Lisa Cruz

In this episode of Business on the Run, host Mark Andersen sits down with Lisa Cruz, co-owner of Cruz N Cars, to talk about what it really takes to grow a small business.Lisa shares her journey from early hustle to building a thriving automotive business alongside her husband, Ricky Cruz. From marketing and branding to scaling operations, expanding locations, and navigating the realities of time, capacity, and growth—this episode is packed with real-world insights.You’ll hear how Cruz N Cars evolved from a small shop into a multi-bay operation, how Lisa mastered social media marketing, and why understanding your numbers is critical to long-term success. Plus, Lisa opens up about entrepreneurship, mindset shifts, work-life balance, and even her upcoming book.If you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, or thinking about starting your own business—this episode will help you move from survival mode to intentional growth.Connect with Lisa at Cruz N Carzhttps://www.cruz-n-carz.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cruzncarzInstagram: @cruzncarz Connect with Mark on social media🔽🔽🔽 Facebook: @Know Your NumbersInstagram: @smallbizfinancetipsTikTok: @chasingprofitandpups LinkedIn: @know-your-numbers🎧 Don’t forget to like, share, and follow for more insights on running a smarter business!

How to Build A Million Dollar Business

In this episode of Business on the Run, Mark Andersen sits down with business coach Michael Rager to break down why most small businesses fail—and how to fix it using data, KPIs, and smarter decision-making. How one business increased revenue by 15% while reducing incoming leads—and later sold for $25M. Whether you're doing $100K or $10M+ in revenue, this episode will help you:- Understand your numbers- Improve profitability- build a scalable, sellable business. Connect with Michael Rager 🔽🔽🔽 Business Guide, 713-201-5559 https://www.michaelrager.com/https://builditworldclass.com/https://houston.whiteboardsnwhiskey.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirager/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyb2f/ Connect with Mark on social media🔽🔽🔽 Facebook: @Know Your Numbers Instagram: @smallbizfinancetips TikTok: @chasingprofitandpups LinkedIn: @know-your-numbers If you like what you see, leave a comment, like and follow for new episodes every Monday!