Rock Solid: Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast

In this episode of Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Deana Cavanaugh, Director of Development at Ascension Seton Foundation. Deana shares her journey from government contracting and construction to her current role in philanthropy, where she raises funds to bridge the gap between hospital budgets and community healthcare needs.
 
Key topics include:
Deana's career transition from construction to philanthropy
The mission of Ascension Seton Foundation and how donations directly impact the community
The importance of building long-term relationships in fundraising
Deana's extensive community involvement with organizations like Chaparral Women's Club and the Round Rock Chamber
The unique community culture in Round Rock that supports diversity and mutual success
Personal transformation through commitment and discipline
Leadership development programs in Round Rock
Balancing family life with community service and career
 
Learn more about Ascension Seton Foundation at https://ascensiontexasfoundations.org.
 
Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.
 
Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.
 
Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he interviews Ken Moench, founder of Moench Method Bodywork, celebrating 25 years of transforming lives through revolutionary bodywork therapy. Ken explains how his unique approach combines deep tissue myofascial release and trigger point therapy with movement to eliminate pain in just 2 to 3 visits on average.
 
Key topics include:
The science behind the Moench Method and why it works so effectively
How pre-birth posture affects adult pain and movement patterns
Why professional athletes from around the world seek out Ken Moench's expertise
Preventing unnecessary surgeries by addressing root causes
Ken's work with everyone from infants to 97-year-olds (and even dogs!)
The importance of proper sleep posture, standing posture, and movement mechanics
How tight hip flexors cause shoulder and elbow problems in athletes
Ken's journey building a business and raising a family in Round Rock
 
For more information or to book a free 30-minute consultation, visit www.moenchmethodbodywork.com
 
This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.

In this inspiring episode of the Rock Solid podcast, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Will Williams, founder of Share the Will Foundation. Will shares his remarkable journey from foster care to a 26-year military career, including his time as a First Sergeant and in the 82nd Airborne and Second Ranger Battalion.
Key topics include:
Will's adoption at age 13 and transition into military life
His extensive community service through the Share the Will Foundation
Supporting veterans facing PTSD and depression
Organizing community events like the July 4th Parade and Field of Honor
How Round Rock's welcoming community helped heal his PTSD
The foundation's impact during holidays, distributing nearly 4,000 meals and gifts
His passion for helping foster children overcome challenges
The power of finding your unique talents and using them to serve others
Building a volunteer organization of over 200 regular participants
Creating inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities to contribute
Listen as Will shares heartwarming stories of reunion, community support, and the healing journey that led him to become one of Round Rock's most beloved community leaders.
 
Share The Will: https://sharethewill.org
 
This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.

Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Nicole Thompson, Director of Membership at the Round Rock Chamber. With experience as a former business owner who started a concrete company with her husband in the area, Nicole brings a unique perspective on entrepreneurship and the value of community connections. Now helping other business owners tap into the chamber's resources, she shares insights on Round Rock's distinctive business ecosystem and why consistent engagement is the key to success.
 
Key Topics:
 
• The transition from entrepreneur to chamber leadership
• How Round Rock Chamber differs from other chambers with its welcoming, non-cliquish culture
• The chamber's dual role in business networking and economic development
• Why entrepreneurs often fail to fully utilize chamber resources
• Round Rock's geographic and economic advantages for business owners
• The emerging AI business sector in Round Rock and its importance for all entrepreneurs
 
Nicole shares powerful insights on the value of "showing up" consistently to networking events, the importance of designating someone in your organization to build community connections, and how Round Rock maintains its small-town feel despite rapid growth. As both a former business owner and current chamber leader, she offers a unique perspective on why Round Rock continues to attract entrepreneurs and how the chamber serves as the connective tissue of the business community.
 
#RoundRockBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessNetworking #ChamberMembership #TexasBusiness #StartupAdvice
 
This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.

Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Leasa Neaves, former Dell executive turned leadership coach. After 23+ years at Dell in various leadership positions, Leasa now focuses on empowering women leaders in the tech industry through her coaching and community initiatives, including the Impact Alliance network.
 
Key Topics:
Transitioning from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship
The value of diversity of thinking in business teams
Women's leadership development in male-dominated tech industries
Finding your career "North Star" for professional growth
Work-life balance in today's business environment
The supportive entrepreneurial community in Round Rock
Round Rock's appeal as both a business hub and family-friendly community
 
Leasa shares valuable insights on leadership development, the importance of authentic connection, and how Round Rock's welcoming business ecosystem provides unique opportunities for entrepreneurs. Her passion for helping women advance in their careers offers inspiration for leaders at all levels.
 
Connect with Lisa Neaves
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leasaneaves
 
This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.
 
Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Darwin Tanksley, Round Rock's 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year. From humble beginnings in Taylor, Texas, Darwin built a remarkable business in the HVAC industry, successfully acquiring 15 companies in just over a year before transitioning to business consulting through his new venture, Ascend Empowerment Group.
Key Topics:
Building and maintaining company culture in the trades industry
The importance of investing in people and leadership
How resilience shapes entrepreneurial success
The process of acquiring and integrating multiple businesses
Round Rock's unique business ecosystem and community support
The value of learning from business failures
Darwin shares powerful insights on business growth, leadership development, and the importance of community involvement. As someone born and raised in the area, he offers a unique perspective on Round Rock's evolution and why it continues to be an ideal place for entrepreneurs to thrive.
 
This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.
Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

Join Bryan Eisenberg as he interviews Jen Henderson of Henderson Professional Engineers about her work as a civil engineer in Round Rock, Texas. Jen explains her role in designing everything outside of buildings, including parking lots, water pipes, and storm water runoff. She also discusses the permitting process in Round Rock compared to Austin, and shares her experience of moving to and starting a business in Round Rock. This episode also covers how she designs for extreme Texas weather, her favorite spots in Round Rock, and advice for starting a business.
 
Connect with Jen Henderson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenhendersonpe
Henderson Professional Engineers: https://hendersonpe.com
 
Rock Solid is sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories.
Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

Join Bryan Eisenberg in a conversation with Stephanie Tyler, a key figure in Round Rock, as they discuss the area's growth and development. They explore the Best of Round Rock Awards and its significant expansion, the mission of Round The Rock to connect the community, and how the Fire Foundation is empowering young entrepreneurs through the Children's Business Fair.
 
The Best of Round Rock Awards saw unprecedented engagement this year, with 9,000 users and over 30,000 votes. Round The Rock, originally a mom blog, now serves as a community hub connecting residents, businesses, and events. The Fire Foundation's Children's Business Fair has grown to host nearly 150 young entrepreneurs, providing them with a roadmap to start their own businesses.
 
Stephanie emphasizes the importance of community engagement and the family-friendly nature of Round Rock as contributing to the success of businesses. She also shares her involvement with the Chamber of Commerce and offers advice for new entrepreneurs. Her work is focused on building a robust community resource for everyone.
 
Stephanie Tyler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniertyler
Round The Rock: https://roundtherocktx.com
 
Rock Solid is sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories.
Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Lee Linton, a seasoned entrepreneur and owner of Office Evolution Round Rock. With six successful business exits under his belt, Lee transitioned from corporate telecommunications leadership to entrepreneurship, now providing flexible workspace solutions for businesses of all sizes in the Round Rock community.
 
Key Topics:
The importance of execution over endless planning in business
How Office Evolution builds community among diverse businesses
The role of flexible workspaces in post-pandemic business
Why Round Rock is an ideal location for entrepreneurs
The power of business networking and community connections
Essential advice on business funding and growth management
 
Lee shares invaluable insights from his entrepreneurial journey, discusses the thriving Round Rock business ecosystem, and explains how Office Evolution serves as a launchpad for growing companies. From solo entrepreneurs to enterprise teams, discover why Round Rock continues to attract innovative businesses and how the right workspace can catalyze success.
 
Connect with Lee Linton:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-linton-b18174/
Website: https://www.officeevolution.com/locations/round-rock/
 
Rock Solid is sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories.
Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

From church media creator to successful studio owner, Brent Pierce shares his entrepreneurial journey and vision for Round Rock Studio, a state of the art 2,800 square foot production facility in Round Rock, Texas. With over a decade of experience in video production and storytelling, Brent has created a creative hub that serves local businesses and content creators.
 
In this episode, host Bryan Eisenberg explores:
• The evolution of storytelling through podcasting and how businesses can leverage professional audio/video production to create authentic connections with their audience
• Behind the scenes of Round Rock Studio's growth from a photography space to a full-service podcast and video production facility, providing essential resources to the local business community
• The power of networking and mentorship in entrepreneurial success, with Brent sharing valuable insights from his transition from church media to studio ownership
 
Connect with Brent Pierce:
Website: http://roundrock.studio
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-edward-pierce
 
Ready to start your podcasting journey? Round Rock Studio offers professional recording spaces, equipment, and consulting services to help you get started.