Insights Behind the Deal

Featuring Lisa Armstrong — Business Growth Strategist & Former Banker

In this episode, Paul Olschwanger chats with Lisa Armstrong, a former banker who spent years working with private equity firms and large companies before shifting her focus to advising small and middle‑market businesses. Lisa shares how bankers think, how private equity evaluates opportunities, and why founders often misunderstand what capital providers are actually looking for. She also breaks down her unique approach that blends psychology and data to help companies solve financial, operational, and leadership challenges. A clear, practical conversation for anyone navigating growth, capital, or the middle‑market landscape. About Lisa Armstrong Lisa Armstrong is a business growth strategist and contract CFO with a background in banking, where she worked closely with private equity firms and large corporate clients. Today, she helps small and middle‑market companies strengthen their financial systems, improve decision‑making, and build healthier organizations through a blend of analytical rigor and human insight.

Fixer‑Uppers, Alignment & the Art of Long‑Term Investing Featuring Tom Burchill, Managing Partner at Seven Point Equity Partners

In this episode, Paul Olschwanger chats with Tom Burchill, Managing Partner at Seven Point Equity Partners, for a candid conversation about buying “fixer‑uppers” in high‑growth industrial markets — and what it really takes to create long‑term value in private equity.Tom breaks down how Seven Point identifies companies that have been growing faster than the general economy, why operator quality is the real differentiator, and how alignment between sponsors, management teams, and investors shapes outcomes more than any model ever could.He also shares lessons from deals that didn’t go as planned, the importance of the first 100 days, and the patterns he’s watching across the industrial economy.A grounded, insightful look at discipline, leadership, and the art of building durable businesses.About Tom BurchillTom Burchill is the Managing Partner of Seven Point Equity Partners; a private equity firm focused on high‑growth industrial companies with long‑term expansion potential. Known for his disciplined approach, operator‑first mindset, and commitment to alignment, Tom brings a clear and grounded perspective to building durable value in the lower‑middle market.

The Art of Presence, Reinvention & Changing Lives Featuring Bob Baumann, Founder of The House of Baumann

In this episode, Paul Olschwanger talks with Bob Baumann, founder of The House of Baumann, about reinvention, presence, and the power of helping people step into their best selves. Bob’s story is remarkable: he began as a truck driver with no college education, unsure of what his future might hold. Along the way, he discovered a rare gift — the ability to tell a story that moves people. That talent was unleashed through his time with Zig Ziglar, a life‑changing public speaking course, and ultimately the National Speakers Bureau, where he mastered the art of connecting with audiences. But Bob’s true calling emerged later: realizing he could help people transform not just through words, but through how they show up. Today, he’s a visionary and meticulous artist in the clothing world, using craftsmanship and personal presentation to change lives. Bob shares the twists, the lessons, and the moments of courage that shaped his journey — and the vision behind The House of Baumann. A powerful conversation about identity, reinvention, and the art of helping people become who they were meant to be.

Leading with Humility by Learning, Growing, and Being Better, Featuring Steve Cockrell, CEO of Integribuilt Roofing

In this episode, Paul talks with Steve Cockrell, CEO of Integribuilt Roofing, for a grounded and refreshingly honest conversation about leadership, humility, and the realities of building a trusted brand in one of the most competitive roofing markets in the country. Three years ago, Steve made a pivotal decision: he bet on himself. He stepped into the CEO role at Integribuilt with a belief in his own potential — and that leap has shaped everything since. Today, he leads with clarity, conviction, and a set of four guiding pillars that anchor every decision he makes: •     Company First •     Customer Confidence •     Be Better •     No Ego Steve shares how these pillars guide his leadership, how he builds a culture where ego has no place, and why humility is one of the most powerful tools a leader can bring to a labor‑intensive, customer‑centric business. He also opens up about the partnership with Dan and the Trinity team, and what it means to work with investors who trust him and his team to run the business with autonomy and accountability.

Leading With Purpose in Home Health Care Featuring Matt Murphy, CEO of CareGivers of America

In this episode, Paul sits down with Matt Murphy, CEO of CareGivers of America and a four‑time private‑equity–backed CEO, for a powerful conversation about leadership, purpose, and the human side of scaling a mission‑driven organization. Home health care isn’t a typical private equity play. It’s not tied to interest‑rate cycles or market swings. It’s a heart business — one built on dignity, trust, and human connection. Matt brings a rare blend of operational discipline and mission‑centered leadership to a sector where the stakes are deeply personal. Together, Paul and Matt explore what it means to lead in a purpose‑driven industry, how to navigate the natural tension between quality of care and operational performance, and what it takes to integrate 10 companies into one unified mission. Matt also shares a formative leadership lesson from his time as a Naval Officer — a story about mistakes, accountability, and communication that continues to shape how he works with boards today.