The Refinery Podcast

After years of preparation, Burt and Dr. Alicia Villarreal of BAABCO Leadership Consulting step into the studio to share their unique blend of leadership development and sales strategy. From the psychology of prospecting to helping leaders overcome fear, procrastination, and inconsistency, this episode is a masterclass in both professional growth and personal transformation.Together, Burt and Alicia break down “The Art of Professio...

In this compelling episode of The Refinery Podcast, host Rick Burris welcomes back Laurel Johnson, a master negotiator and sales expert with over 40 years of experience in sales, negotiation, and business brokerage. Laurel, often called the “deal whisperer”, has spent nearly two decades training negotiators worldwide, helping individuals and businesses navigate high-stakes deals with confidence and strategy.

Join us as we explore:

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Website:www.UltimateVisionaryMind.com
In this powerful episode of The Refinery Podcast, Rick Burris sits down with internationally recognized hypnotist, speaker, and author Scott Schmaren to discuss the transformative power of the mind. Scott shares his deeply personal journey from struggling with obesity and self-doubt to becoming a leading expert in hypnosis and human p...

 We sit down with Diane Burton, a dedicated Women’s Coach and motivational speaker. Diane shares her inspiring journey from being bullied as a child due to her weight to becoming an empowering coach who has helped countless women embrace their wholeness in Christ.

Diane, a TEDx speaker and author of The Master’s Masterpiece, provides insights into her 54-year weight-release journey, overcoming toxic thoughts, and building a fulfill...

Welcome Naomi and Rami Bareket, Master NLP Trainers, entrepreneurs, and authors of the Meta Thinking Persuasion book series. Originally from Israel, Naomi and Rami share their journey from running a successful eight-figure business to dedicating their lives to helping entrepreneurs and leaders unlock their full potential through Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).

With over 30 years of entrepreneurship experience and a deep underst...

In this compelling episode of The Refinery Podcast, Ricky and Gracie Boyter take us on a journey through their extraordinary lives, weaving together stories of resilience, faith, and love. From their unique role as great-grandparents raising their great-grandchildren to their battles with serious health challenges, Ricky and Gracie offer a heartfelt testament to the power of hope and perseverance.

Ricky shares vivid recollections o...

In this episode, The Refinery Podcast welcomes Matt Green, founder of Ledger Medial Accounting, to discuss his unique path from aspiring musician to successful entrepreneur in the accounting world. Matt shares stories of his early passion for music, his time in Nashville honing his craft, and the pivotal moments that led him to a career in accounting.

Matt reveals how his creative background influenced his approach to building a c...

In this powerful episode of The Refinery Podcast, Lizette Cloete, an innovative dementia care expert and founder of Think Different Dementia, shares her journey from occupational therapy to becoming a leading voice in Christian dementia caregiving.

Drawing from over 30 years of experience, Lizette discusses:
✅ How her faith uniquely informs her approach to dementia care.
✅ The difference between being forgetful and early dementia war...

In this heartfelt episode of The Refinery Podcast, Seth and Jacob Buckley, the inspiring father-son duo behind Fire Pit Ranch, share their mission to transform young lives and strengthen communities through mentorship, faith, and outdoor experiences.

🔥 What you'll discover:

• The powerful story of how Fire Pit Ranch was born.
• Why fatherhood and positive male role models are vital for today’s youth.
• How fireside conversations...

This episode of The Refinery Podcast features guest Thomas Bookhammer, founder of Leaders Factor, Inc., and co-creator of the Grow Karma platform. The episode delves into Thomas's journey as a serial entrepreneur and executive coach, tracing his evolution from building and selling businesses to his current focus on fostering environments of growth and belonging.

Key highlights include:

Entrepreneurial Origins: Thomas shares his e...

This episode of The Refinery Podcast features guest Lance Cummins, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Nectafy, a content marketing agency. The conversation provides a candid exploration of Lance’s entrepreneurial journey, from his early ventures in website design to his leadership at Nectafy, where he has focused on high-quality, human-written content.

Key Highlights:

Entrepreneurial Roots: Lance shares his background, starting...

🌍✨ In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Rick Cross, founder of Acorn Global Advance, who shares his journey of transforming business for a greater purpose. If you’ve ever wondered how your work can have a deeper impact, this conversation is for you! Rick opens up about his mission to empower entrepreneurs to advance the gospel worldwide, his passion for corporate prayer, and amazing “boat stories” 🚤 where he’s witnessed Go...

In this episode of the Refinery Podcast, 🎙️ Rick interviews Andy Sharp – a nutritionist, fitness expert, and advocate for gut health 🌱💪. Andy shares his journey from being the smallest kid in school, struggling with bullying, to discovering strength training and eventually finding his passion in helping others improve their health. He talks about his wife’s severe health challenges, which standard medical treatments couldn’t sol...

In this episode of The Refinery Podcast, 🎙️ host Rick sits down with the founders of MJ Senior Living, Jason Lang and Mary Lynn Bolden, to dive into their journey of building a compassionate and thriving senior living community 🏠💖. They talk about MJ Senior Living’s origins from a single facility to a network of nine 🌱➡️9️⃣, their “people-first” philosophy, and a leadership approach that prioritizes connection, purpose, and res...

In this episode of The Refinery Podcast, we are honored to welcome Lonnetta Albright, an Executive Director of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team. Certified to facilitate, speak, train, and coach individuals and groups, Lonnetta brings extensive experience in leadership development, professional skills, and personal growth. Trained by John Maxwell and his world-class faculty, she offers exclusive content and tools to boost your ...

Join host Rick Burris on The Refinery Podcast as he welcomes Jan Dégallier, a corporate finance and accounting expert with over 30 years of strategic experience. As a certified public accountant with a passion for adding value and inspiring growth, Jan has a proven track record of driving transformative growth in businesses.

Discover the results a business can achieve with an advisor who combines deep financial expertise with a com...

In this episode of The Refinery Podcast, we sit down with Philip Haywood, the legendary head football coach at Belfry High School in the small town of Belfry, Kentucky. Coach Haywood holds the title of the all-time winningest high school coach in Kentucky, boasting 472 career victories and eight state championships over an impressive 48 seasons, 39 of which have been at Belfry.

Coach Haywood's remarkable career has earned him n...