Decision Points
The Exit Planning Institute© recently released a survey that said 75% of business owners regret selling their business 12-18 months post sale. At Decision Points, we are committed to preparing and inspiring business owners to successfully operate, and one day sell, their business with maximum fulfillment in all aspects of their personal and professional lives. We’re speaking with business leaders, strategic coaches, exited entrepreneurs, mentors, and technical experts sharing their successes and failures, at key decision points in their careers, to help you lead a more prosperous entrepreneurial journey. Let’s take a walk…
Episodes
Decision Points E72 – Redefining Senior Care: Personalized Service and Family Values with Brian Levy
For Brian Levy, the path to elder care wasn’t linear. With a degree in psychology and a career that began in advertising, he eventually found his calling in a space that touches every family at some point: caring for seniors with dignity, trust, and compassion.
In this episode of Decision Points, Brian shares how Cambridge Caregivers and Manchester Care Homes are rethinking senior care through a concierge-level, residential model th...
For Tarek Saab, gold isn’t just a commodity - it’s a story of timing, innovation, and conviction.
In this episode of Decision Points, Tarek Saab - President and Co-Founder of Texas Precious Metals - joins our hosts to share how he helped build one of the largest physical precious metals businesses in the world. From his early days at Texas Instruments to a televised firing on The Apprentice, Tarek’s path has been anything but conven...
John Harkey doesn’t just invest in businesses - he invests in people, purpose, and long-term impact.
In this episode of Decision Points, John Harkey - entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for education - joins our hosts to share the pivotal moments that shaped his life and career. From humble beginnings in Brownwood, Texas, to navigating Stanford’s business and law programs, John’s journey is built on a foundation of hard work, humi...
When most people think of buses, they don’t think luxury. Alex Danza set out to change that.
In this episode of Decision Points, Alex Danza, founder and CEO of Vonlane, tells one of the most surprising success stories in transportation. Described as an “airline on the ground,” Vonlane has redefined regional travel by offering first-class bus service between major cities in Texas and the Southeast.
Alex shares how a childhood hustle a...
George Coultress spent years helping others navigate business transitions. Now he’s building his own.
In this episode of Decision Points, George Coultress, co-founder of Trindero, unpacks what it really takes to move from M&A advisor to entrepreneur. What begins as a discussion about strategy and structure quickly becomes a deeper reflection on leadership, values, and the courage required to build something from the ground up.
Ge...
Teryn Grater never set out to build just another accounting firm. As a CPA and partner at ATKG Advisors in San Antonio, she helped lead a cultural transformation that turned a team of seven into a thriving 170-person firm - by flipping the traditional CPA model on its head. In this episode of Decision Points, Teryn shares how a relentless focus on people, purpose, and preparedness redefined what success looks like in the accounting...
What does flying an F-16 have to do with navigating the chaos of real estate development? According to Chris Kopacek - everything.
In this episode of Decision Points, Chris Kopacek, founder and principal of Lone Star Development Partners shares how the discipline, precision, and teamwork of a military pilot translate into leading a resilient, fast-moving business.
From the cockpit to the boardroom, Chris reflects on his early trainin...
Joe Williams didn’t just help build one of the largest real estate franchises in the world - he helped build a movement rooted in empowerment, culture, and visionary thinking. In this episode of Decision Points, Joe unpacks the pivotal moments that shaped his journey from a challenging childhood to co-founding Keller Williams Realty, a global real estate powerhouse.
He shares personal stories of strength and resilience, from losing ...
Bill Cawley’s life is a testament to the power of second chances. In this episode of Decision Points, the Chairman and CEO of Cawley Partners opens up about the trials, triumphs, and turning points that shaped his extraordinary path - from a small Midwestern town, through the depths of addiction, to the heights of commercial real estate success.
Bill shares a deeply personal account of battling alcoholism, missing his shot at colleg...
Success is often shaped by adversity. Patrick Hudson, CEO of Robot Entertainment, knows this firsthand.
In this week’s episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Patrick to discuss his journey through the tech and gaming industries, his battle with cancer at 26, and the key decisions that shaped his leadership and career.
Starting in tech and business, Patrick’s career took a turn that led him to Harva...
For many, wealth is the ultimate goal. But what if true success lies in legacy rather than inheritance?
In this episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Cris Auditore Zimmerman, a founder, investor, and advocate for holistic leadership and personal development. Cris shares how his global upbringing - from Germany to South Africa - shaped his worldview and how his investments in real estate, business...
What does it take to lead innovation in aerospace while managing the complexities of entrepreneurship and family business?
In this episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Scott Pomeroy, Chairman and CEO of XTI Aerospace, to explore his multifaceted career across public accounting, food manufacturing, private equity, and aerospace technology.
Scott shares how his business-oriented upbringing shaped h...
What does it take to go from working room service at the Ritz Carlton to building one of the most successful restaurant chains in America? For Salim Asrawi, it took hustle, a deep commitment to trust and integrity, and an unshakable belief in the American Dream.
In this episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Salim Asrawi, co-founder of Texas de Brazil, to discuss the highs and lows that shaped his...
What does it take to stand on the summit of Mount Everest AND experience the vastness of outer space? Few people in the world can answer that question, but Robie Vaughn is one of them.
In this week’s episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Robie Vaughn, a man who has climbed the highest peaks on all seven continents AND traveled to space with Virgin Galactic.
Robie’s pursuit of adventure and excelle...
In this episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Nik and Greg Katz, the visionary brothers behind some of Dallas’s most celebrated restaurants, including Beverly’s, Clifton Club, Greenpoint Seafood & Oyster Bar, and Claremont Dallas.
From their South African roots to bold hospitality ventures, the Katz brothers share how they built a thriving restaurant empire. They dive into the highs and lows ...
This week, Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Rudina Seseri, Founder and Managing Partner of Glasswing Ventures, to explore her extraordinary journey marked by resilience, bold decision-making, and a passion for shaping the future of AI.
Rudina’s story begins at age 16 when she moved alone from Albania to Baton Rouge, navigating cultural shifts and the challenges of high school in a new country. With determination and self-dis...
Homelessness is one of the most complex issues facing communities today. For Wayne Walker, CEO and Pastor of OurCalling, this challenge is a personal mission. His journey, from a foster family upbringing in East Texas to founding a groundbreaking organization serving the unsheltered homeless in Dallas County, is a story of empathy, innovation, and faith in action.
In this episode of Decision Points, Wayne shares the inspiration behi...
Klyde Warren Park is more than a park—it’s a symbol of innovation, connectivity, and the transformative power of urban green spaces. At the heart of this vision is Kit Sawers, President and CEO of Klyde Warren Park, whose leadership has turned a highway overpass into one of the most vibrant public spaces in Dallas and a model for cities worldwide.
In this episode of Decision Points, Kit shares the park’s remarkable journey from conc...
Kyle Ferguson, CEO and Founder of FBFK law firm, is redefining what it means to lead in the legal world. In this episode of Decision Points, Kyle shares his journey from small-town Lawton, Oklahoma, to building a thriving, people-focused law firm with offices in Texas and Southern California. His insights challenge the typical attorney stereotype, offering a refreshing perspective on leadership, growth, and empathy in business.
In...
Running a family business is a balancing act of tradition, vision, and relationships—and Riz Sunderji knows it well. As the President of Sleeptronic, a family-owned mattress manufacturing company that delivers “high-quality mattresses at a great value,” Riz has spent his career blending innovation with the legacy of a multi-generational business.
In this episode of Decision Points, hosts Doug Hudson and Scott Wood sit down with Riz ...
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