In this episode, I'm joined by my friend and serial entrepreneur Mitch Felderhoff. Mitch shares his journey from growing up in the small town of Munster, Texas, to taking over his family’s livestock feed business, transforming it into a successful pet food company, and eventually selling it to private equity. Mitch walks us through the highs, the challenges, and what it’s like to pivot from pet food to his newest venture—the dumpster business. It’s a story about adaptability, determination, grit, and what it really takes to evolve as an entrepreneur. Stay Gritty!

In this episode, I'm joined by my friend and fellow DFW Roundtable member, Kent Taggart. Kent is the founder of Mender, a successful IT Asset Disposition company that’s doing some fascinating and impactful work in the tech world.

We dive into how Mender helps large enterprises and data centers responsibly manage their old IT equipment—from desktops and laptops to servers and networking gear. Kent explains how they handle everything from secure data wiping to environmental compliance, all while finding smart ways to remarket or recycle the gear.

If you're into tech, sustainability, or just love hearing about innovative business models, this one's for you. Stay Gritty!

In this episode, I’m joined by a great friend of mine, Wes Keyes, the CEO of Brother Bill’s Helping Hand. Wes shares his journey leading this incredible nonprofit for the past eight years and how Brother Bill’s provides wraparound services to families in need. From a community clinic and after-school programs to a grocery store and job training initiatives, their mission is to equip individuals with the tools to break free from poverty. Tune in to hear how they’re making a lasting impact across the metroplex and changing lives every day. Stay gritty!

Join me as I chat with my good friend of over 20 years and mentor, Dave Casey. He’s been an influence in my professional journey, connecting me to business networks across DFW. Dave helps owners maximize value when selling or passing on their companies. We first met in the IT world, and in this episode, we’ll explore his insights on coaching, strategy, and building strong professional relationships. Don’t miss this conversation with a true connector and leader. Stay gritty!

Welcome to the show! I'm your host, Matt Rosen, and today I'm joined by my good buddy, Michael Carnes. I've known Michael for over 25 years, and I'm thrilled to have him on the podcast. Michael has built an impressive career as a data center executive, and recently, he took the leap to venture out on his own. In this episode, we’ll dive into his journey—his challenges, successes, and the grit it takes to navigate this exciting new chapter. Tune in as we explore his story, insights, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Stay Gritty!

In today's episode, I welcome Scott Harper, former CEO of Dialexa. Scott was a former competitor, now a friend and mentor, he built and scaled multiple companies, driving innovation in automotive tech, robotic lawn care, and women's health tech. After successfully exiting one venture in 2022, he passed the torch to his COO, who now leads the company as CEO. Now enjoying a mini-retirement, he reflects on the challenges and triumphs of building and growing businesses. Tune in for candid conversations on startups, leadership, and the ever-evolving world of tech. Stay Gritty!

In today's episode, I welcome Scott Levy, CEO and Founder ofResultMaps. Scott is someone I’ve known for over 20 years. Back when I was starting my career, he was part of a networking group with me and the founder of his own company. As I launched my professional services firm later on, he was a constant source of inspiration—always ready to take a call whenever I needed to talk things through. Join us as we dive into his journey, the lessons he's learned, and how grit and perseverance have shaped his success. Stay Gritty!

Matt welcomes John Hudson, CEO of PeakPrecision Solutions, to learn about the grit it took to be the first person in his family to go to college, the importance of respect from the mailroom to the boardroom, how defining what success means to you helps put you on the pathway to achievement, and how grit got him through one of the more difficult times in his career: pursuing an MBA in the middle of running a company.