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Leading People, Reading Culture, Building Value Ft. Mike Roe
Jun 16, 2026
51m 10s
Valuable Services Ft. Loren Fogelman
Jun 3, 2026
49m 40s
What the heck is a business valuation anyway? Ft. Jeff & Eric
May 20, 2026
41m 40s
Why your business might be your biggest risk Ft. John O'Dea
May 5, 2026
57m 36s
Recruiting for professional services Ft. John Borrowman
Apr 21, 2026
46m 11s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/16/26 |  Leading People, Reading Culture, Building Value Ft. Mike Roe | What does it take to truly know what's going on inside your organization — and why do so many leaders get it wrong? In this episode of the Max Value Podcast, we sit down with Mike Roe, CEO of 10Sense, a UK-based software company that uses sensemaking science to give leaders a real finger on the pulse of their teams. Mike shares his remarkable career journey — from failed banker to 30-year police veteran commanding 1,500 officers in Bristol, to leading a software company that's transforming ho... | 51m 10s | ||||||
| 6/3/26 |  Valuable Services Ft. Loren Fogelman✨ | value pricingaccounting+3 | Loren Fogelman | Business Success Solution | — | accountingpricing strategy+3 | — | 49m 40s | |
| 5/20/26 |  What the heck is a business valuation anyway? Ft. Jeff & Eric✨ | business valuationappraisal+3 | Jeff FaustEric Sunheim | Abbott Stringman Lynch CPAsMarovous Valuations | — | business valuationappraisal+3 | — | 41m 40s | |
| 5/5/26 |  Why your business might be your biggest risk Ft. John O'Dea✨ | buy-sell agreementsbusiness risk+3 | John O'Dea | Summit Financial Group | — | buy-sell agreementsbusiness risk+3 | — | 57m 36s | |
| 4/21/26 |  Recruiting for professional services Ft. John Borrowman✨ | recruitingbusiness valuation+3 | John Borrowman | — | — | recruitingbusiness valuation+4 | — | 46m 11s | |
| 4/9/26 |  Tell 'em Who you are Ft. Robert Friedman✨ | brandingprofessional services+3 | Robert Friedman | Fearless BrandingTowne Advisory | — | brandingprofessional services+3 | — | 47m 38s | |
| 4/1/26 |  We are Growing... But something's Not Working ft. Laurence Whittam✨ | global staffingaccounting firms+3 | Laurence Whittam | Suite ImpactUS accounting firms | — | accountingoutsourcing+3 | — | 53m 19s | |
| 3/25/26 |  The Way of the True Leader Ft. Bill Reeb✨ | leadershipprofessional services+3 | Bill Reeb | Succession InstituteAICPA | — | leadershiptalent pipeline+3 | — | 1h 02m 48s | |
| 3/10/26 |  Baseball to Boardroom: Achieving peak performance Ft. Lauren Johnson✨ | performance psychologymental frameworks+4 | Lauren Johnson | Major League BaseballMax Value | — | performance psychologymental reps+4 | — | 49m 38s | |
| 3/3/26 |  The Talent Crisis No One is Talking About ft. Suzi Potts✨ | talent strategyenterprise value+3 | Suzi Potts | Max Valuewine and spirits industry+1 | — | talent crisisbusiness adviser+5 | — | 1h 08m 34s | |
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| 2/25/26 |  Building Bridges, Not Just Businesses Ft. Jarrod and Wayne (CONVO)✨ | mission-driven companydeaf-led innovation+4 | Jared MussanoWayne Betts Jr. | Convo Communications | — | mission-drivendeaf-led innovation+5 | — | 55m 19s | |
| 2/17/26 |  Why CPA Firms Can't Find Enough Talent ft. Anshul Agrawal✨ | global talentoffshore strategy+4 | Anshul Agrawal | CPA firms | — | CPA firmsglobal talent+3 | — | 45m 31s | |
| 12/11/25 |  How to Maximize Your Business Exit Value✨ | business exitexit planning+3 | Adam Cipriano | BSG Consulting | — | business exit valuestrategic buyers+3 | — | 35m 44s | |
| 11/10/25 |  (PART 2) Selling, Returning, and Rebuilding: Lessons from Jeff Gray | After successfully exiting SC Labs, Jeff Gray found himself back at the helm of the company he built. In part two of this Max Value interview, Jeff and I explore what happens after the deal closes, from the excitement of the sale to the realities of integration, leadership changes, and ultimately taking back control. Jeff shares candid insights about post-acquisition life, financial discipline, rebuilding trust, and leading through a turnaround. He reflects on evolving as a CEO, maintaining c... | 34m 48s | ||||||
| 10/28/25 |  (PART 1) Inside SC Labs: Lessons from a Cannabis CEO Who Sold and Returned | (PART 1) Scaling Smart in Cannabis: The Story of SC Labs What does it take to build, scale, and position a business for long-term success in a highly regulated industry? In this episode of Max Value, host Ben Towne sits down with Jeff Gray, the once-and-future CEO of SC Labs, one of the first cannabis testing laboratories in California. Jeff shares how growing up in Santa Cruz led him to co-found SC Labs, the early challenges of legitimizing cannabis testing, and how his company helped shap... | 39m 38s | ||||||
| 10/17/25 |  How AI Scales Your Business: From Chief Everything Officer to CEO | In this episode of the MaxValue Podcast, host Ben Towne sits down with Dr. Steven Kirch, productivity coach and founder of Profit Minds, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming leadership, scaling small businesses, and protecting intellectual property in the process. Dr. Kirch shares his remarkable journey from physicist to business coach, revealing how AI can cut repetitive work by up to 60%, boost engagement, and free teams to focus on high-value, strategic growth. Together,... | 52m 06s | ||||||
| 9/30/25 |  From Entrepreneurial Wins to Failures: Insights with John Walker | Join host Ben Towne in this episode of Max Value as he sits down with John Walker—entrepreneur, mentor, and longtime Vistage International leader. With over 40 years of experience coaching CEOs and building businesses, John shares hard-earned lessons from both major wins and painful failures. You’ll hear stories about turning around a strike-ridden manufacturing plant, bringing the Brita water filter to U.S. markets, and navigating the challenges of a failed energy startup. John also dives in... | 43m 04s | ||||||
| 9/17/25 |  Why Having a CPA Is Vital: Guardians of Financial Integrity | What makes a CPA more than just an accountant? In this episode of Max Value, host Ben Towne sits down with Denise Froemming, President & CEO of CalCPA, to explore why CPAs are trusted as the custodians of financial truth—and how they can directly boost the value of your business. Denise shares her inspiring journey from healthcare finance and data analytics to global real estate leadership and ultimately guiding one of the largest CPA organizations in the U.S. She explains what sets CPAs ... | 43m 40s | ||||||
| 8/26/25 |  How Virtual Assistants Transform Business Productivity | Discover how virtual assistants are helping business owners and professional service firms save time, boost productivity, and focus on what truly matters. In this episode of Max Value, Ben Towne interviews Tessa Baragasa, founder of Birdie Consulting in Colombia, about why U.S. businesses are turning to virtual assistants, how to find the right talent, and the secrets to building trust with remote teams. Whether you’re curious about nearshoring, want to learn how to delegate effectively, or n... | 46m 00s | ||||||
| 8/12/25 |  How Divorce Impacts Business Valuation: Family Law Expert Insights | In this in-depth conversation, we explore how divorce affects business valuation, from determining marital value to handling goodwill, related party transactions, and post-COVID financial adjustments. Family law valuation expert Megan Thompson shares real-world challenges, including small business complexities, replacement compensation disputes, and ensuring fairness in court. Whether you’re an attorney, business owner, or valuation professional, this episode offers practical strategies and l... | 50m 16s | ||||||
| 7/31/25 |  QSBS Just Got a Massive Upgrade: How to Maximize Tax-Free Gains Under the New Law | How does a $400 million capital gains tax exclusion sound? In this breaking update, tax strategist Garry Whitfield returns to MaxValue to unpack game-changing revisions to QSBS (Qualified Small Business Stock) following a newly signed federal bill. From raised asset thresholds to tiered holding periods and smarter exit strategies, this episode dives deep into how these enhancements can radically impact startup founders, investors, and exit planners. You'll learn: - Wh... | 19m 58s | ||||||
| 7/14/25 |  Selling Your Business the Right Way: Exit Planning Advice with Sarah Craven | What does it take to exit your business successfully? In this in-depth conversation, wealth advisor Sarah Raven and valuation expert Ben Towne explore the full spectrum of exit planning—from business readiness and financial strategy to emotional preparedness and long-term vision. Whether you're years away from selling or just beginning to think about life after ownership, this series walks you through the three critical pillars of exit planning: business value, personal goals, and financial p... | 32m 24s | ||||||
| 6/30/25 |  Redefining Business Valuation Careers: Remote Work, Flexibility & Family Balance | In this closing conversation, Bekah Zsiga reflects on how flexible, remote work makes it possible to balance a fulfilling career in business valuation with active family life—something that once felt out of reach. She shares how continuous learning, meaningful client relationships, and a supportive team culture contribute to deep job satisfaction. Becca and I conclude with personal reflections on how part-time work models create real benefits for both professionals and firms. | 41m 01s | ||||||
| 6/18/25 |  CPAs Review The Accountant pt.2 - Forensic fun or Hollywood Nonsense? | In this special episode, Ben Towne and guest Megan Thompson take a hilarious and insightful look at The Accountant 2, the action-packed sequel to the 2016 thriller. They break down the film’s plot, revisit key moments from the original movie. Blending humor with professional insight, this episode is perfect for both movie buffs and number nerds. | 47m 14s | ||||||
| 6/6/25 |  QSBS Playbook On Deck — Save Millions When You Sell Your Startup | In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Gary Whitfield to dive into one of the most powerful tools in exit planning: Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS). We break down how business owners can potentially exclude up to $10 million—or even more—in capital gains, and what it takes to qualify. From entity structure to valuation strategy, we cover what you need to know early if you're thinking about a future sale. Whether you're an entrepreneur or advising one, this conversation is packe... | 23m 18s | ||||||
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