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  • Small Business is Big Business with Mark L. Madrid - Episode 13: Banking on Community: Stephen Lee on Rural Growth and Financial Inclusion

    Small Business is Big Business with Mark L. Madrid - Episode 13: Banking on Community: Stephen Lee on Rural Growth and Financial Inclusion
    2025/12/31
    In this episode of Self Fueling Excellence, host Mark L. Madrid, sits down with Stephen Lee, President and CEO of First National Bank of Bastrop, to explore the vital role community banks play in strengthening rural America. Stephen shares how community banking fuels local economies by supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and families, often in ways larger institutions can’t replicate. They also discuss the bank’s innovative Contigo initiative, designed to expand financial literacy and access for underserved Hispanic communities, and discuss leadership lessons inspired by icons like Horst Schultze and Elon Musk. This conversation is a powerful look at purpose-driven banking, inclusive growth, and the kind of leadership that builds lasting impact.
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    27 分
  • Small Business is Big Business with Mark L Madrid - Episode 12: Texas State University Bobcat Grit: HBSA First-Gen Leaders & Big Dreams

    Small Business is Big Business with Mark L Madrid - Episode 12: Texas State University Bobcat Grit: HBSA First-Gen Leaders & Big Dreams
    2025/12/18
    Texas State standouts Brianna Miranda and Matthew Duran (HBSA execs, McCoy College of Business) share how family, faith, and familia turn campus leadership into real-world edge—networking at scale (350+ members!), first-gen courage, tech and finance ambitions, and why taking the leap beats playing small. It’s optimism you can feel—and a nudge to invest in student leaders now. Watch on Roku & Amazon Fire and on all major podcast platforms.
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    19 分
  • Small Business is Big Business with Mark L Madrid - Episode 11: Authentic Connections & Entrepreneurial Grit with Anthony Mendoza

    Small Business is Big Business with Mark L Madrid - Episode 11: Authentic Connections & Entrepreneurial Grit with Anthony Mendoza
    2025/11/18
    Anthony Mendoza is the CEO of Las Vegas-based LaunchPad Business Development and he joins host Mark L Madrid to share how he grew from selling fire pits out of a van to partnering with major brands. His journey highlights resilience, trusting the process, and building genuine relationships that drive business success.
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    25 分
  • Small Business is Big Business with Mark L. Madrid - Episode 10: Interview with His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Governement

    Small Business is Big Business with Mark L. Madrid - Episode 10: Interview with His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Governement
    2025/11/15
    From the GITEX Global Conference in October 2025 in Dubai, host Mark L. Madrid and co-host Sam Khan welcomed His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, head of UAE cybersecurity, to discuss the nation's vision for digital resilience. He emphasized that cybersecurity is now a trust currency.
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    9 分
  • Not Today Hackers - Episode 03: Essential Protection for Small Businesses

    Not Today Hackers - Episode 03: Essential Protection for Small Businesses
    2025/09/30
    Sam Khan and Mark L. Madrid tackle the unseen dangers of the Dark Web. This hidden marketplace allows criminals to trade stolen data, from credit card numbers to payroll information, often without victims realizing it.
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    9 分
  • Not Today Hackers - Episode 02: How to Spot and Stop Dark Web Dangers

    Not Today Hackers - Episode 02: How to Spot and Stop Dark Web Dangers
    2025/09/30
    Sam Khan and Mark L. Madrid share how cybercriminals trade stolen data, exposing businesses to major financial and reputational risks. Learn how to safeguard your business credentials and keep cybercriminals away so you can focus on growth.
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    13 分
  • Not Today Hackers - Episode 01: Cybersecurity Starts with Your Team

    Not Today Hackers - Episode 01: Cybersecurity Starts with Your Team
    2025/09/30
    Cybersecurity expert Sam Khan joins Mark L. Madrid to tackle one of the biggest threats facing small businesses today - cyberattacks. With attacks doubling last year and 66 percent of breached companies closing within six months, the stakes are higher than ever. Employees remain the most common entry point for hackers, making training a critical defense.
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    10 分
  • Therapy(ish) with Elizabeth Alegria - Episode 07: Facing Regret with Compassion

    Therapy(ish) with Elizabeth Alegria - Episode 07: Facing Regret with Compassion
    2025/09/30
    Elizabeth and Mark reflects on her work in palliative care, sharing lessons learned from patients confronting end of life issues. She emphasizes the importance of listening, self-forgiveness, and releasing blame. Her insights encourage us to move forward with compassion, finding peace in small, intentional steps toward healing.
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    25 分