Curiosity, Chaos & Being a Decent Human: Nic Banting and the Power of Serendipity - Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps and BS! - Episode 28

The Power of the Pivot: Maina Mwaura on Story, Resilience & Reinvention - Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps and BS - Episode 33

Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps, and BS Show Notes The Power of the Pivot: Maina Mwaura on Story, Resilience & Reinvention - Episode 33 Maina Mwaura joins Tim for a conversation that moves well beyond business and into the deeper questions of purpose, leadership, faith, and human connection. Through stories from his own life and experiences with notable business and community leaders, Maina illustrates how curiosity, kindness, and resilience often create the opportunities that shape our lives. 💡 What You’ll Learn * Why relationships often matter more than credentials * How servant leadership influences organizational culture * Lessons learned from career setbacks and personal failures * The importance of curiosity in both leadership and life * How kindness can become a competitive advantage * Why mentorship changes careers and lives * Practical ways to invest in the people around you 💬 Quote of the Episode“If you really want to be at the top, go study the people who are there. Most of them have had lots of failures.” - Maina Mwaura 🎧 Earn CPE by Listening to Business, Biceps, and BS! Thanks to growing interest from members like you, we've streamlined the process with a brand-new podcast self-study exam. Each episode of Business, Biceps, and BS offers the option to purchase a self-study test for CPE credit. Episodes will feature a 3-question exam and will be worth 1 hour of CPE credit. A passing grade of 70% or better is required to earn credit. Exams may be submitted for CPE up to one year after the purchase date. Here’s the link to purchase the exam for this episode: https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.33 [https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.33] RESOURCES: Maina Mwaura, Minister, Public Speaker, and Journalist http://mainaspeaks.com/ [http://mainaspeaks.com/] Dr. Tim Naddy, VP of Finance, Savannah Bananas and Adjunct Professor at Savannah College of Art and Design https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/] Savannah Bananas www.thesavannahbananas.com [www.thesavannahbananas.com] The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants Not a Member of The Georgia Society of CPAs? Check out the benefits of becoming part of the community. https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx] Check out all of the Business, Biceps and BS episodes here: https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx] Need more CPE? GSCPA’s CPE Catalog https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx]

From Spreadsheets to Stories: Colleen Zdrojewski on Finance, Leadership and Making the Numbers Speak - Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps and BS Episode 32

Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps, and BS Show Notes From Spreadsheets to Stories: Colleen Zdrojewski on Finance, Leadership and Making the Numbers Speak - Episode 32   In this episode, Tim sits down with Colleen Zdrojewski, VP of Financial Services at Keurig Dr Pepper, to discuss leadership, shared services, operational finance, and why storytelling is becoming one of the most important skills in the accounting profession. The conversation dives deep into the intersection of finance, operations, and communication — including how accounting teams can influence organizational decisions by translating data into actionable stories. Colleen also discusses Lean Six Sigma concepts, leadership development, operational understanding, and the importance of helping finance professionals see the real-world impact behind the numbers they manage every day. 💡 What You’ll Learn * What “shared services” means inside large organizations * Why storytelling is critical for finance professionals * How data visualization changes executive decision-making * The difference between reporting performance and delivering it * Why intellectual curiosity matters more than technical perfection * How operational understanding improves accounting outcomes * The importance of understanding upstream and downstream processes * Why leadership requires explaining the “why” behind decisions * How Lean Six Sigma concepts apply to finance teams * What large organizations look for when hiring young professionals 💬 Quote of the Episode “The numbers don’t move the business — the decisions do.”— Colleen Zdrojewski 🎧 Earn CPE by Listening to Business, Biceps, and BS! Thanks to growing interest from members like you, we've streamlined the process with a brand-new podcast self-study exam. Each episode of Business, Biceps, and BS offers the option to purchase a self-study test for CPE credit. Episodes will feature a 3-question exam and will be worth 1 hour of CPE credit. A passing grade of 70% or better is required to earn credit. Exams may be submitted for CPE up to one year after the purchase date. Here’s the link to purchase the exam for this episode: https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.32 [https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.32]   RESOURCES: Colleen Zdrojewski, VP Financial Services, Keurig Dr. Pepper, Inc. https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-zdrojewski-59ba4b1/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-zdrojewski-59ba4b1/] Keurig Dr. Pepper https://www.keurigdrpepper.com/ [https://www.keurigdrpepper.com/] Dr. Tim Naddy, VP of Finance, Savannah Bananas and Adjunct Professor at Savannah College of Art and Design https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/] Savannah Bananas www.thesavannahbananas.com [http://www.thesavannahbananas.com/] The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants Not a Member of The Georgia Society of CPAs?  Check out the benefits of becoming part of the community. https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx] Check out all of the Business, Biceps and BS episodes here: https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx] Need more CPE? GSCPA’s CPE Catalog https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx]

Built from the Ground Up: Julio Guzman on Community, Leadership & the Power of Showing Up - Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps and BS Episode 31

Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps, and BS Show Notes Built from the Ground Up: Julio Guzman on Community, Leadership & the Power of Showing Up - Episode 31   In this episode, Julio Guzman joins the podcast to discuss his journey from college athlete and former professional baseball player to successful real estate broker, community leader, and former Vice Mayor of Homestead, Florida. Julio shares how entrepreneurship, local government, and mentorship became central to his mission of improving opportunities for futuregenerations. The conversation explores the importance of financial education, mentorship, access to resources, and creating lasting community impact. Julio and Tim also dive into Homestead’s rapid growth, the future of youth sports development in South Florida, the role of organizations like Omega Psi Phi, and how strong networks and positive mentorship can help people overcome fear, setbacks, and lack of opportunity. 💡 What You’ll Learn * How Julio transitioned from sports into entrepreneurship and government * Why mentorship and access matter more than talent alone * The role financial literacy plays in building generational wealth * How communities can create long-term economic growth * Why networking should focus on contribution instead of sales * How Homestead, Florida is positioning itself for major growth * The importance of creating opportunities for young leaders * Why legacy is about more than money   💬 Quote of the Episode “If you help enough people get what they want, you willhave plenty of what you want.”— Julio Guzman 🎧 Earn CPE by Listening to Business, Biceps, and BS! Thanks to growing interest from members like you, we've streamlined the process with a brand-new podcast self-study exam. Each episode of Business, Biceps, and BS offers theoption to purchase a self-study test for CPE credit. Episodes will feature a 3-question exam and will be worth 1 hour of CPE credit. A passing grade of 70% or better is required to earn credit. Exams may be submitted for CPE up to one year after the purchase date. Here’s the link to purchase the exam for this episode: https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.31 [https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.31]   RESOURCES: Julio Guzman, Vice Mayor of Homestead, FL, Real Estate Branch Leader, Avanti Way Realty https://www.linkedin.com/in/julioguzmanhomestead/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julioguzmanhomestead/] Avanti Way Realty http://www.avantiway.com [http://www.avantiway.com] Dr. Tim Naddy, VP of Finance, Savannah Bananas and Adjunct Professor at Savannah College of Art and Design https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/] Savannah Bananas www.thesavannahbananas.com [http://www.thesavannahbananas.com/] Legaci Forge https://www.linkedin.com/company/legaci-forge/posts/?feedView=all [https://www.linkedin.com/company/legaci-forge/posts/?feedView=all] https://legaciforge.org/ [https://legaciforge.org/]   The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants Not a Member of The Georgia Society of CPAs?  Check out thebenefits of becoming part of the community.https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx] Check out all of the Business, Biceps and BS episodes here:https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx] Need more CPE? GSCPA’s CPE Catalog [https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx#?tab=1&k=&DateStartEnd=10%2F22%2F2025,10%2F22%2F2026&c_9=&c_10=&order=Recommended&c_3=&c_2=&c_7=&c_6=&c_8=&c_5=&i=0,0,0,0,0&is=20]https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx

From Scorekeeper to Strategist: J. Stephen McNally on the Modern CFO - Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps and BS Episode 30

Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps, and BS Show Notes From Scorekeeper to Strategist: J. Stephen McNally on the Modern CFO - Episode 30 In this episode, Tim sits down with Steve McNally, former Fortune 100 CFO of Campbell Soup Company, to unpack what it really means to lead finance at the highest levels of business. Steve shares insights from navigating global operations, managing investor expectations, and leading organizations through periods of transformation and uncertainty. 💡 What You’ll Learn * How the CFO role has evolved into a strategic leadership position * Why finance must move beyond reporting to influence decision-making * How to lead organizations through transformation and uncertainty * The importance of storytelling with financial data * How to balance investor expectations with long-term strategy * What separates good finance leaders from great enterprise leaders 💬 Quote of the Episode “Finance shouldn’t just report the numbers—it should help drive the decisions that create them”  — Steve McNally 🎧 Earn CPE by Listening to Business, Biceps, and BS! Thanks to growing interest from members like you, we've streamlined the process with a brand-new podcast self-study exam. Each episode of Business, Biceps, and BS offers the option to purchase a self-study test for CPE credit. Episodes will feature a 3-question exam and will be worth 1 hour of CPE credit. A passing grade of 70% or better is required to earn credit. Exams may be submitted for CPE up to one year after the purchase date. Here’s the link to purchase the exam for this episode: https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.30 [https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.30]    RESOURCES: Steve McNally, MBA, CMA, CPA https://www.linkedin.com/in/jstephenmcnally/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jstephenmcnally/] Dr. Tim Naddy, VP of Finance, Savannah Bananas and Adjunct Professor at Savannah College of Art and Design https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/] Savannah Bananas www.thesavannahbananas.com [http://www.thesavannahbananas.com/] The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants Not a Member of The Georgia Society of CPAs?  Check out thebenefits of becoming part of the community. https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx] Check out all of the Business, Biceps and BS episodes here: https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx] Need more CPE? GSCPA’s CPE Catalog https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx]

Seeing What Coaches Can’t: Bradley Moon’s AI Sprint Revolution - Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps and BS Episode 29

Dr. Naddy's Business, Biceps, and BS Show Notes Seeing What Coaches Can’t: Bradley Moon’s AI Sprint Revolution - Episode 29   Bradley Moon returns to the podcast to discuss his newest venture: Remotion, an AI-powered sprint analysis app designed to help athletes and coaches identify inefficiencies, improve mechanics, and potentially reduce injuries. Bradley shares how years of coaching athletes revealed a major problem—coaches can’t see everything in real time—and how that realization sparked the creation of a technology platform that “sees what you can’t.” The episode also dives deep into the realities of startup life. Bradley openly discusses failed Kickstarter campaigns, raising money from friends and family, pitching investors, building an MVP, filing patents, and balancing entrepreneurship while still working a full-time job. It’s a fascinating conversation about sports science, AI, leadership, persistence, and turning passion into purpose. 💡 What You’ll Learn * How AI can help coaches identify movement inefficiencies * Why sprint mechanics matter across multiplesports * The difference between “frontside” and“backside” sprint mechanics * How Remotion analyzes athletic movement patterns * The realities of building a startup from scratch * What founders experience emotionally duringfundraising and failure * Why attention and storytelling matter inentrepreneurship * How technology can help reduce athletic injuryrisk 💬 Quote of the Episode “Attention is the new currency.”  — Bradley Moon 🎧 Earn CPE by Listening to Business, Biceps, and BS! Thanks to growing interest from members like you, we've streamlined the process with a brand-new podcast self-study exam. Each episode of Business, Biceps, and BS offers theoption to purchase a self-study test for CPE credit. Episodes will feature a 3-question exam and will be worth 1 hour of CPE credit. A passing grade of 70% or better is required to earn credit. Exams may be submitted for CPE up to one year after the purchase date. Here’s the link to purchase the exam for this episode: https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.29 [https://www.gscpa.org/Public/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=POD.BBB.29]    RESOURCES: Bradley Moon, Head Coach, Sprint Free Training https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-moon-mba-70295343/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-moon-mba-70295343/] Sprint Free Training https://www.sprintfreetraining.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com [https://www.sprintfreetraining.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] ReMotion Sprint App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/remotion-sprint/id6755239368 [https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fremotion-sprint%2Fid6755239368&data=05%7C02%7Cjmaddox%40gscpa.org%7C4ea0603aea1e4200d14d08deab7caf92%7C17341f8bea7c45e48e54e0213d2ae70d%7C0%7C0%7C639136749199952933%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gKfVjiWbif9Xwx5dXoMpwyl7RBlT%2BgIlV0K35MtqEic%3D&reserved=0]   Dr. Tim Naddy, VP of Finance, Savannah Bananas and Adjunct Professor at Savannah College of Art and Design https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimnaddy221b/] Savannah Bananas www.thesavannahbananas.com [http://www.thesavannahbananas.com/]   The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants Not a Member of The Georgia Society of CPAs?  Check out thebenefits of becoming part of the community. https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/Membership.aspx] Check out all of the Business, Biceps and BS episodes here: https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/content/olc/VirtualSeries/BusinessBicepsBS.aspx] Need more CPE? GSCPA’s CPE Catalog [https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx#?tab=1&k=&DateStartEnd=10%2F22%2F2025,10%2F22%2F2026&c_9=&c_10=&order=Recommended&c_3=&c_2=&c_7=&c_6=&c_8=&c_5=&i=0,0,0,0,0&is=20] https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx [https://www.gscpa.org/public/catalog/search.aspx]