Growth Mode Podcast with Nina Labbe
Welcome to Growth Mode—the podcast where real business conversations spark real business growth. Hosted by Salem Surround Media Strategist Nina Labbe, each episode features insightful interviews with business owners, marketing professionals, and industry experts who share their experiences, strategies, and lessons learned on the journey to success. Whether you're a small business owner looking to expand, a marketing director refining your next move, or an entrepreneur trying to stand out in a crowded market—Growth Mode brings you inspiration, practical advice, and proven tactics that you can apply to your business today. Tune in as we explore topics like digital marketing, SEO, branding, local advertising, and what it really takes to grow a business in today’s fast-changing world. Listen. Learn. Grow. You’re now in Growth Mode. Phone: 210-526-3626 Email: nina.labbe@salemsurround.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-labbe-b5752312 Website: salemsurround.com/sanantonio
Episodes
Hearing loss doesn't always happen overnight. In fact, the people around us may notice the changes before we do.
On this episode of Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, Nina Labbe sits down with Dr. Mackenzie Thomas, audiologist and owner of Altitude Audiology, for a conversation about hearing health, human connection, entrepreneurship, and why paying attention to our hearing matters at every stage of life.
Mackenzie shares her jo...
What happens when one family’s search for better health grows into a mission that impacts generations?
On this episode of Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, host Nina Labbe sits down with Dan Chapman, Founder & CEO of Redd Remedies and owner of Sunrise Health Food Stores, for an inspiring conversation about natural health, entrepreneurship, faith, family and legacy.
Dan’s sto...
What if one of life's greatest tragedies became the inspiration for helping thousands of people live healthier lives?
On this episode of Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, host Nina Labbe sits down with David Roberts, Founder of Mara Labs, to share the remarkable story behind a company born from love, loss, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.
After losing his wife, Mara, to breast cancer, David dedicated himself to r...
Behind every engagement ring, anniversary gift, graduation present, or family heirloom is a story worth remembering.
On this episode of Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, host Nina Labbe sits down with Salem Boohaker, Assistant Vice President for San Antonio & Albuquerque at Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, customer relationships, and the meaningful moments that make life so special.
...Have you ever wondered if your "constant cold" is actually allergies?
On this episode of Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, host Nina Labbe sits down with Dr. Lukena Karkhanis, Medical Director of AllergySA and board-certified Allergist & Immunologist, to discuss the signs, symptoms, and treatments that can help you finally find relief.
From seasonal allergies and food sensitivities to asthma and immune-related conditions, D...
How do you build a successful business without burning out, losing control, or sacrificing what matters most?
In this episode of Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, host Nina Labbe sits down with Brent Garrett, President of Sirius Plumbing & Air Conditioning, author of 30 Days to a Better Business, founder of The Skilled Trades Coach, and creator of the Better Business Program.
Brent shares the hard-earned lessons that transf...
As America approaches its historic 250th anniversary, conversations about freedom, patriotism, faith, and community feel more important than ever.
On this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, Nina Labbe sits down with Rocky and Lisa White, owners of Airborne Flag & Flagpole, to discuss the deeper meaning behind the American flag, the role faith has played in their business journey, and the exciting America 250 c...
What happens when a business is built on something deeper than just providing a service?
On this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, Nina Labbe sits down with Jacob McBee and Brandon Rackler, founders of Proud Pops — a San Antonio-based plumbing, air, and electric company built around purpose, people, and making a real impact in the community.
In this heartfelt conversati...
Caring for a loved one is one of the most meaningful — and often overwhelming — responsibilities a family can face.
How do you know when it’s time to ask for help?
What are the options?
And how can you ensure your loved one receives the care they deserve while maintaining their independence?
On this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, Nina Labbe sits down with Jackie Robb, Senior Vice Presid...
On the Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, Nina Labbe sits down with Leon and Jennifer Sikora, owners of BeeHive Homes of Crownridge, to talk about what truly sets their approach to senior care apart.
In this heartfelt conversation, they share what inspired them to enter the assisted living space and how they’ve created a smaller, more personal environment where residents are treated like family — not just patients.
T...
On the Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, Nina Labbe sits down with Dr. Derin Patel, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Hillside Medical Group, to discuss what it takes to build and grow a modern healthcare practice in today’s evolving environment.
Dr. Patel shares how he launched Hillside in San Antonio and expanded it into one of the area’s fastest-growing primary care groups, now serving patients across multiple...
On the Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, host Nina Labbe sits down with Randy Carroll, Vice President of the San Antonio Gunslingers, to talk about the return of arena football to San Antonio and the excitement building around the upcoming season.
Randy shares his journey from years behind the microphone as a local radio personality to helping lead the business and fan experience for the Gunslingers organization. The conversati...
On this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast & Radio Show, host Nina Labbe sits down with Teshema Manning, Director, and Ciara Lillie, Office Manager of DLP Home Care Services, to talk about what compassionate home care truly means in San Antonio.
They share the mission behind DLP Home Care Services, how they build trust with families during challenging times, their approach to personalized care plans, and what’s shaping th...
In this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast, host Nina Labbe sits down with Sal Martinez, owner of Freedom Bail Bonds, to share a powerful journey from undercover narcotics work to entrepreneurship — and now authorship.
Sal discusses his newly released book, NARC Convictions of an Undercover Agent, offering an eye-opening look into the realities of undercover law enforcement, the justice system, and the life lessons that shape...
In this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast, host Nina Labbe sits down with Dr. Joshua Beck, Medical Director of Sanitas Medical Center, to discuss their exciting expansion into San Antonio — including nine new locations opening in the coming year.
Dr. Beck shares how Sanitas is redefining primary care through integrated, patient-centered medicine, innovative technology, and a focus on prevention and accessibility. We explore ...
What if aging wasn’t something we simply accept — but something we could actively influence?
In this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast, host Nina Labbe welcomes back Dr. Vernon Williams, founder of The Wellness & Aesthetics Medical Center and author of the new book “Longevity Medicine – Secrets to Growing Younger.”
Dr. Williams breaks down the science of aging gracefully, the mindset behind longev...
In this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast, host Nina Labbe sits down with Abdul-Qadir Cassimjee, owner of Stallion Signs, to talk about what it really takes to make a business seen.
Abdul shares how his passion for design turned into one of San Antonio’s most trusted signage companies, the challenges of navigating permits and compliance, and how the right signage can drive real-world ROI. From creative strategy to community ...
In this episode of the Growth Mode Podcast, host Nina Labbe sits down with Paul Dupart, District Manager and Personal Trainer with Beast Gym, to talk about how this fast-growing fitness brand is transforming lives and redefining what it means to be part of a fitness community.
Paul shares Beast Gym’s origin story, their vision for expansion across San Antonio, and the culture that keeps both members and trainers motivated. Fr...
Discover how cutting-edge recovery and wellness meet at Total Regen Cryo, San Antonio’s premier destination for whole-body rejuvenation.
In this episode of Growth Mode with Nina Labbe, co-managing owners Amy Boeve and Danielle Garcia Burns share how they’re redefining self-care through advanced cryotherapy, red light therapy, and compression treatments.
We explore their journey from vision to reality, what makes cryo...
What does it take to grow a specialty hospital while keeping patient care at the center? In this episode of Growth Mode, host Nina Labbe sits down with Angie Kauffman, CEO of South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital, to explore her leadership journey, the hospital’s growth strategies, and the innovative ways her team is setting new standards in spine and surgical care.
From overcoming challenges to driving innovation and ins...
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