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One day while enjoying the beach with his family, a random golf ball fell out of Anthony Garofalo’s bag and quickly rolled down the packed sand like it was on a putting green. That is when he knew he had to bring golfing to the beach. What started as an accident almost a year ago is now a successful business and being played all over the world. Beach Putt offers a full kit that allows you to take the fun of golfing to the beach. Tune in to find out how you can get your hands on one of the top beach games of 2023. Anthony Garofalo Beach Putt playbeachputt.com

Jennifer Sisk is a certified life coach who helps her clients overcome the challenges that life throws their way. After struggling with an eating disorder for many years, she knows first-hand how to tackle recovery head on. As a life coach, Jennifer will help you work through what is making you stuck in life. She can help reverse negative and self sabotaging thoughts and replace them with positive ones. Tune in to learn more about how Jennifer can help you. Jennifer Sisk, Life Coach 803-351-1262 [email protected]

After too many cold New Jersey winters, Anne Thompson decided to move to Greenville for a warmer start. 30 years later, she has made a huge impact on her community. Anne started in the communications industry, working for Sprint, then BellSouth/AT&T for a total of 16 years. She spent her whole life passionate about investing and decided to finally transition her career into the wealth management industry. Anne was one of the only female consultants in SC while working at Charles Schwab. Anne has recently joined Ballentine Capital Advisors as a Wealth Advisor to help continue to leave her impact on her community. Tune in to find out why Anne is so passionate about helping families, and key details on how she has overcome challenges as a woman in a male dominated industry. Anne Thompson 864-438-2158 [email protected]

Do you feel like you are paying too much to Uncle Sam? You cannot change the past, but you can certainly change the future. Anthony Colancecco and Cameron Cannon, Wealth Advisors with Ballentine Capital Advisors talk about the difference between tax prep and tax planning. It is important to have a financial plan that incorporates tax planning to help mitigate paying unnecessary taxes when possible. They walk us through their process and how they work closely with CPA’s during tax season, and even give a few tips on how to potentially save on taxes. Tune in to learn more about tax planning and the strategies that can potentially save you from overpaying in taxes. Anthony Colancecco / Cameron Cannon ballentinecapital.com [email protected] / [email protected]

Today we sit down with the Executive Director and CEO of A Child's Haven, Tanya Camunas. Child's Haven helps treat children with development delays as a result of limited resources, abuse, or neglect, and provide support and education for their families. Tune in learn about how we as a community can partner with them through volunteering and other support opportunities. Tanya Camunas 864-298-0025 AChildsHaven.org

Are you looking for an experienced photographer and videographer team to help capture your special events? Nolan Sritan, owner of Nolan Sritan photography can help you with all your photo and video needs. His team serves clients nationwide, specializing in wedding photography. Nolan and his team have a unique award-winning dark and moody photography and video style and have a passion in capturing moments that evoke emotion and tell your story. Nolan served in the United States Marines Corp and even lived in Thailand working at an elephant sanctuary, before deciding to move back to Greenville and purse his passion for photography. Tune in to learn more about how Nolan finally decided to pursue his passion in photography and find out how you can book his team to capture your special event. Nolan Sritan Nolan Sritan Photography nolansritanphoto.com

Whether you are a woman entrepreneur or macho home builder, you will love today’s podcast episode featuring Ashton Dilley, manager of Floor Boys in Greenville. Ashton talks about the learning curve she faced and overcoming her fear of being a woman in a predominantly male business. Tune in to hear her tips for young entrepreneurs and women on facing their fears and chasing the boss babe dream. Ashton Dilley Floor Boys floorboys.com

Do you have a plan for college? Are you academically prepared to start applying for college? If you are planning on going to college, or currently attending college, today’s episode is for you. Today we hear from Preston Ballentine, senior at Southside Christian on his experience preparing for college, as well as experience applying to colleges. We hear insights on what colleges are looking for, how to start a plan, and when you and your family should decide if college is right for you. Tune in for some extra details from our co-host Anna Waters, a recent college graduate on how you can maximize your value while in college, as well as prepare for the workforce.

Today we hear from Austin Maxwell who co-founded the local startup company, Kanga Coolers. Austin and his fellow Clemson classmates started Kanga as a class project and never looked back. They knew there was a need for a lightweight cooler that could keep drinks cool without the need for ice, so they created a koozie for a case of beer. This product has since evolved to reach new heights by being featured on Shark Tank and turning a revenue of more than 7-figures. Tune in to learn more about their product and how it is changing the cooler market. Kanga Coolers Austin Maxwell kangacoolers.com

After teaching children for over 10 years in public schools, Melissa Fossett decided there was a need for a more personalized approach to tutoring, especially for young children. Melissa decided to open her own tutoring service, Creative Minds Tutoring. She believes that every child has a creative mind, and given the proper tools, can tap into their creativity and reach their full potential. Melissa and her team offer services to K-4 and elementary children, in a 1:1 safe space setting where the teaching is catered to the child’s specific learning style. Be sure to tune in to find out how Creative Minds Tutoring can help your kids reach their full potential. Creative Minds Tutoring 864-905-2052 Creativeminds-tutoring.com