The Power of Connection: How Venture Atlanta Bridges Entrepreneurs and Capital

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee interviews Shuron Hall, a business banking executive at Bank of America Atlanta, about the annual Business Owner Report. They discuss key findings on labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, inflation, and the growing adoption of AI and digital tools among small and mid-sized businesses. Sharon highlights how AI […]

Markus Scott serves as the CEO of EyeQ Monitoring, an AI-enabled surveillance and business intelligence technology company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. He acquired the business in 2015 and has overseen the company’s growth from 15 employees to 170+, serving businesses across 37+ states. Connect with Markus on LinkedIn. What You’ll Learn In This Episode Spotlighting […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee interviews Paul Carpenter, president of the AMA Atlanta chapter, about the evolving marketing landscape. They discuss the blurring lines between marketing, PR, and digital media, the importance of trust and authenticity, and the impact of AI. Paul highlights AMA Atlanta’s commitment to creativity, connection, and community, supporting […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Luke Keller, founder and builder dedicated to helping people flourish. Luke shares how he has spent the last decade launching ventures at the intersection of technology, social impact, and scale—including co-creating MatchGrant, an AI-powered grant-matching platform, and leading Tekton Career Training, which brings VR-based digital […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Craig Robson, founding principal of Regent Peak Wealth Advisors. Robson discusses his transition from engineering to wealth management, his 25-year career at Merrill Lynch, and the founding of Regent Peak to better serve clients with complex financial needs. The conversation covers Regent Peak’s holistic, collaborative […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Keena Pierre, Managing Director at Gener8tor, about their new fintech accelerator in Atlanta, launched in partnership with Pinnacle Financial Partners. Keena discusses the program’s structure, selection process, and the five startups in the current cohort, each receiving $100,000 and intensive mentorship. The conversation highlights the […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kanter interviews David Hall, Managing Partner of Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Fund. Hall discusses the fund’s mission to invest in early-stage startups outside traditional tech hubs, highlighting Atlanta’s growing tech ecosystem and the importance of founder-market-geography fit. The conversation explores how local entrepreneurs, corporate support, and […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Allyson Eman, CEO of Venture Atlanta. They discuss the evolution of Venture Atlanta into one of the nation’s largest venture capital conferences, new event formats, and efforts to support diverse founders. Allison highlights the Southeast’s growing startup ecosystem, challenges in attracting venture funding, and the […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Mark Emery, co-founder and CEO of Juvo Jobs. Mark discusses how Juvo Jobs connects job seekers with nearby employment using a location-focused mobile app and video introductions. He highlights the platform’s growth, upcoming microlearning features, and partnerships with schools, governments, and apartment complexes. The conversation […]

Barron Segar is the President and Chief Executive Officer of World Food Program USA, the nonprofit charged with inspiring and mobilizing people in the United States to support the U.N. World Food Programme’s mission to save and protect the world’s most vulnerable lives against hunger. He has more than 25 years of experience growing philanthropic […]