Indiana Success Happy Hour

$175,000 Jackets?! Inside The Luxury World of The Tailored Society with Wade Forman

Wade Forman, founder of The Tailored Society, joins Indiana Success Happy Hour to share how he built one of Indiana's premier bespoke menswear brands. From dressing Indy 500 winners and NFL players to creating six-figure custom garments, Wade reveals what it takes to build a luxury business from the ground up. Hosts Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Wade to discuss entrepreneurship, risk-taking, luxury fashion, custom clothing, watch collecting, personal branding, and the power of creating unforgettable client experiences. Wade shares the story behind The Tailored Society's growth from a college startup into a nationally recognized bespoke clothing company serving executives, professional athletes, entrepreneurs, and even ultra-high-net-worth clients seeking one-of-a-kind luxury pieces. The conversation explores: • What "bespoke" really means • Building a luxury brand in Indiana • Working with Indy 500 champions and professional athletes • The importance of confidence and personal style • Entrepreneurship lessons for young business owners • How referrals built The Tailored Society • Luxury watches, custom garments, and extraordinary client requests • Why taking calculated risks can accelerate success Whether you're an entrepreneur, business professional, fashion enthusiast, or someone looking to elevate your personal brand, this episode is packed with valuable insights and entertaining stories. Subscribe for more conversations with Indiana's most successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, and innovators.

We Traveled to Tequila, Mexico—Here's What Surprised Us Most

Tequila Mexico, Jose Cuervo, tequila production, agave farming, and Mexican culture come together in this unforgettable behind-the-scenes adventure. Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum take you inside one of the world's most iconic tequila destinations. Fresh off a trip to Tequila, Mexico, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum share their experience touring Jose Cuervo's facilities, learning how tequila is made, exploring agave fields, meeting master distillers, and experiencing the rich culture and history of the region. From the surprisingly modern Guadalajara airport to the cobblestone streets of Tequila, this episode covers the highlights, funny travel stories, incredible food, rooftop cocktails, and eye-opening lessons about tequila production. The guys discuss: • Touring Jose Cuervo's historic and modern distilleries • How agave is grown, harvested, and transformed into tequila • Sustainability, composting, and environmental practices • Behind-the-scenes access to barrel houses and aging facilities • The culture, history, and hospitality of Tequila, Mexico • Travel surprises, near mishaps, and unforgettable moments • Why seeing tequila production firsthand changed their perspective Whether you're a tequila enthusiast, a traveler, a business owner, or simply curious about Mexican culture, this episode offers an entertaining look inside a world few people get to experience.

Does Home Staging REALLY Sell Houses Faster?

Home staging can help homes sell faster, create emotional buyer connections, and even prevent price drops. In this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with Annie Fox and Nicole McCoy of Staging at Home to talk about the business of home staging, real estate marketing, entrepreneurship, and what really helps homes stand out in today’s market. From staging psychology to crazy real estate stories, the conversation covers how staging impacts buyers, why vacant homes struggle, occupied staging tips, startup lessons, and what it’s really like running a staging company in Indianapolis. If you’re a realtor, homeowner, investor, or just love real estate and entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with insights and laughs.

He Bought 200 Properties… Then the City Came After Him | Indiana Success Happy Hour

Indianapolis entrepreneur David Heft shares how he built and sold multiple businesses, scaled from real estate investing to 450 employees, and learned hard lessons about leadership, risk, faith, and success. In this episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour, Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum sit down with David Heft for an entertaining and inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, real estate investing, business growth, and what success really looks like. David opens up about buying tax sale properties in Indianapolis, getting labeled one of the city’s “worst landlords,” building a massive student loan collection company, scaling businesses to hundreds of employees, and eventually selling multiple companies. Along the way, he shares lessons about leadership, culture, risk-taking, family, faith, and creating freedom instead of just chasing money. The conversation also dives into living in Spain with his family, cultural differences in business, building communal housing projects in Indianapolis, and the mindset that helped him continually grow and reinvent himself. If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, Indianapolis real estate, business ownership, investing, or inspiring success stories from Indiana entrepreneurs, this episode delivers both laughs and valuable insight.

The Real Reason Some Indy Homes Sell in Days & Others Sit for Months

Indianapolis real estate, mortgage rates, tequila culture, and Indy 500 predictions collide in this fun episode of Indiana Success Happy Hour with Brian Quinlan and Brad Niccum. This week, Brian and Brad catch up on the current Indianapolis housing market, why homes are still selling quickly in desirable neighborhoods, and how buyers are adjusting to today’s mortgage rates. They also break down what’s really happening with pricing, appraisals, and why some homes sit while others sell in days. Then things shift into full vacation mode as Brad and Brian talk about their upcoming trip to Tequila, Mexico for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience with Jose Cuervo. From agave fields and distilleries to authentic Mexican food and tequila culture, this episode delivers plenty of laughs and stories along the way. They also talk Indy 500 predictions, Connor Daly, entrepreneurship, future guests, and why next week’s episode may be one of the best yet. Whether you're into Indiana business, entrepreneurship, real estate, tequila culture, or IndyCar — this episode has something for you.