Andre Crabb is a software engineer, entrepreneur, and founder of Top Human, a wellness company focused on helping ambitious professionals manage stress and improve performance. After studying Computer Science at UC Berkeley and building software for companies including Apple, Amazon Music, and Pandora, he transitioned into remote consulting while launching multiple entrepreneurial ventures. His journey through Silicon Valley, world travel, startup building, and personal development has given him a unique perspective on entrepreneurship, emotional resilience, and designing a life on your own terms.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why Andre walked away from a six-figure Silicon Valley career
• Lessons learned from working at Apple, Amazon Music, and Pandora
• Building a location-independent lifestyle as a digital nomad
• The realities of starting and scaling your first business
• Why stress quietly destroys high performance
• The difference between awareness and true emotional healing
• Transitioning from a stable career into entrepreneurship
• Building a life based on purpose instead of expectations

About the Podcast

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and high-performing men who are building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the decisions, disciplines, and lessons that help successful men create lasting impact in business, family, and life.

Timestamps

00:00 Why Andre left a six-figure career
01:00 Introduction
02:00 How Andre makes money today
02:48 Building Top Human
04:04 Growing up in Southern California
07:56 Why software engineering became his career
10:47 Working at Apple, Amazon Music, and Pandora
18:40 Becoming a digital nomad
25:47 Moving to Puerto Rico and starting a business
27:48 Building software for crypto traders
37:47 The health crisis that changed everything
41:32 Finding an alternative to traditional therapy
48:42 Stress, burnout, and high performance
55:03 Transitioning from W-2 employment to entrepreneurship
1:00:25 Why Andre joined The Standard
1:02:08 Defining legacy and leaving an impact

About The Standard

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

Learn more: https://thestandardmen.com

Stephen Pine is the Vice President and Equity Partner at Patterson & Associates Insurance, where he has spent more than 23 years helping businesses reduce risk through strategic commercial insurance and risk management. Beyond his corporate career, he is an investor in private equity, technology companies, and large-scale sports facilities, while also competing in IFBB bodybuilding and serving in church leadership. His unique combination of executive leadership, investing, fitness, and faith gives him a rare perspective on building long-term wealth and purpose.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Stephen went from earning $12,000 a year to becoming an equity partner
• Why ownership—not salary—is the real path to long-term wealth
• The investing principles that create generational wealth
• How to choose the right investment partners and opportunities
• Why relationships are the greatest asset in both business and investing
• Balancing executive leadership, family, fitness, and faith
• The mindset required to stay disciplined through every season of success
• Defining legacy beyond money and career achievement

About the Podcast

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and high-performing men who are building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the decisions, habits, and experiences that help successful men create lasting impact in business, family, and life.

Timestamps

00:00 Why income alone doesn't create wealth
00:53 Introduction to Stephen Pine
01:23 Building a 23-year career in commercial insurance
03:23 From $1,000 a month to equity ownership
05:05 How earning equity transformed his career
07:06 Selling value instead of competing on price
11:05 Risk management and helping businesses reduce costs
18:27 Building a book of business from scratch
21:19 The first moments Stephen knew he would succeed
26:02 Transitioning from top producer to leader and mentor
34:23 Investing to build generational wealth
41:20 Why wealthy people build relationships with other wealthy people
45:59 Consistency beats motivation every time
47:16 Fitness, bodybuilding, and pursuing an IFBB Pro Card
58:45 Faith, church leadership, and serving others
01:04:40 Why Stephen joined The Standard
01:09:18 What legacy really means

About The Standard

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

Learn more: https://thestandardmen.com

Join The Standard here: Thestandardmen.com

Jay Davis is a technology consultant, real estate investor, and men's leader based in Atlanta. He specializes in technology infrastructure, cloud migrations, and mergers and acquisitions, helping organizations navigate complex business transitions. Beyond his professional career, Jay serves as a liaison within The Standard and leads men's ministry efforts at his church, where he mentors and develops men in leadership, faith, family, and personal growth.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How mentorship changed the trajectory of Jay's life and career
• Building a successful career in technology without a traditional path
• The importance of accountability, ownership, and reputation in business
• Why high-performing men often struggle with isolation
• The role of faith, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence in leadership
• Balancing career ambition with family responsibilities
• Lessons on raising children and building strong relationships
• What true wealth and legacy actually mean

About the Podcast

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and high-performing men who are building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the principles, decisions, and experiences that help successful men create impact in business, family, and life.

Timestamps

00:00 What true wealth really means
00:53 Introduction to Jay Davis
01:39 Building a career in technology and real estate
02:12 Growing up in Atlanta and early life challenges
02:44 Leaving college after his mother's stroke
03:10 The mentor who changed everything
04:34 Three years of learning technology and discipline
08:14 Landing his first opportunity in tech
09:44 Building business through referrals and networking
12:15 Accountability, ownership, and handling mistakes
15:00 Why no one succeeds alone
15:36 Inside technology mergers and acquisitions
20:05 Why small businesses are often underserved
27:58 How Jay mentors the next generation
30:30 Finding brotherhood through The Standard
34:11 Building stronger men across the five pillars
36:18 Leading men's ministry and discipleship
42:17 Why men struggle with vulnerability
45:59 Faith, leadership, and leading by example
47:14 Family, fatherhood, and raising three daughters
48:09 The myth of work-life balance
50:49 Emotional intelligence and unresolved childhood patterns
54:39 Repairing relationships through accountability
58:30 Building trust and communication with your children
01:00:43 Helping children navigate pressure and expectations
01:02:20 Defining legacy and living with purpose
01:04:04 Why wealth is about more than money
01:05:00 How to connect with Jay Davis

About The Standard

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

Learn more: https://thestandardmen.com

Brandon Bartoldi is an entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Prosper Firm, a financial services platform that helps business owners, real estate investors, and founders gain access to capital. Throughout his career, he has worked in healthcare leadership, project management, strategic planning, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, real estate investing, and business finance. He has built multiple businesses, developed a multi-million-dollar real estate portfolio, and was recognized as Broker of the Year within a national lending network.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The transition from corporate executive to entrepreneur
• How proximity and relationships shape success
• Why failure is a necessary part of wealth creation
• Building financial freedom through business ownership
• Lessons learned from private equity and acquisitions
• The role of faith, purpose, and mindset in entrepreneurship
• Balancing ambition, marriage, and raising young children
• What legacy really means beyond money and assets

About the Podcast

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and high-performing men who are building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the principles, decisions, and experiences that help successful men create impact in business, family, and life.

Timestamps

00:00 Building wealth, family, and legacy
00:42 Introduction to Brandon Bartoldi
01:36 What Prosper Firm does and how it generates value
04:02 Growing up in Pittsburgh and early entrepreneurial influences
05:45 How network marketing changed Brandon's life
07:18 Reaching the top 1% of Amway at 25 years old
08:02 Corporate leadership, healthcare, and private equity
09:28 Discovering the lending and finance industry
10:32 Getting laid off and making the entrepreneurial leap
13:42 Why some people leave corporate America—and others don't
20:53 The law of association and surrounding yourself with winners
27:36 Why failure is required for success
31:27 Defining financial freedom
35:01 Building a business that creates freedom
38:47 The surprising source of fulfillment and happiness
41:22 How Prosper Firm helps investors and business owners
48:01 The $100,000 investment that changed everything
52:31 Building a business through relationships and referrals
57:02 Why Brandon joined The Standard
01:00:22 Entrepreneurship, marriage, and raising two children
01:04:34 What legacy really means
01:08:43 Final thoughts and where to connect with Brandon

About The Standard

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

Learn more: https://thestandardmen.com

Join The Standard: thestandardmen.com

Steve Maher is a technology executive, entrepreneur, investor, and CEO with nearly 30 years of experience building and scaling enterprise software companies. Throughout his career, he has helped grow multiple SaaS businesses through acquisitions and public offerings, including a company that achieved a $5.5 billion IPO. Beyond business, Steve is the co-founder of The Maher Foundation and AutismHelp.ai, organizations dedicated to helping families navigate the growing challenges associated with autism and neurodiversity.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The mindset required to scale companies and create long-term wealth
• Why networking becomes more valuable as your career advances
• The difference between public market investing and private market opportunities
• Building meaningful relationships with high-net-worth individuals
• The personal story behind The Maher Foundation and AutismHelp.ai
• How autism is impacting millions of families across America
• The future role of AI in business, sales, and entrepreneurship
• Redefining legacy through impact rather than personal recognition

About the Podcast

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and high-performing men building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the lessons, principles, and experiences that help successful men create meaningful impact in business, family, and life.

Timestamps

00:00 The moment Steve's life changed forever
01:07 Introduction to Steve Maher
01:47 Building and scaling enterprise software companies
02:42 Why Steve created The Maher Foundation
03:21 Discovering his son's autism diagnosis
05:05 The $5.5 billion IPO and unexpected success
06:08 The autism services cliff facing families
07:36 Building a foundation that creates lasting impact
09:31 Wealth management, philanthropy, and legacy
12:17 How The Maher Foundation evolved over time
15:29 Creating AutismHelp.ai
18:36 Using AI to simplify autism support services
23:12 The biggest challenges families face today
27:32 Philanthropy as a wealth-building strategy
30:34 Why successful people should consider giving back
31:00 How philanthropy builds powerful networks
34:01 The hidden networking advantages of charitable work
38:38 The realities of raising a child with severe autism
44:09 Stories from families impacted by AutismHelp.ai
48:16 Why the autism crisis is growing
53:35 Advice for parents raising children with autism
56:11 Building wealth and creating opportunities
57:18 The four pillars of success
01:00:14 Why AI is changing every industry
01:03:02 How AI is transforming sales and business
01:06:33 Hard work versus networking
01:08:19 How the ultra-wealthy think about investing
01:10:46 Accessing private market opportunities
01:14:38 Why Steve joined The Standard
01:16:14 Redefining legacy through impact
01:18:12 Final thoughts and AutismHelp.ai

About The Standard

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

Learn more:
https://thestandardmen.com

Join The Standard: Thestandardmen.com

Gary Mizell is the founder of Kore Systems, a systems integration company specializing in mission-critical infrastructure for the federal government, municipalities, pharmaceutical compounding facilities, and data centers. Over the last 18 years, he has grown the company into a multi-million-dollar operation generating approximately $6 million in annual revenue while leading a team of 15 employees. In addition to his legacy business, Gary is also a partner in a new data center venture and has worked on major international infrastructure projects involving nuclear nonproliferation with the Department of Energy.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Building a $6M infrastructure company from the ground up
• The transition from employee to entrepreneur and knowing when to take the leap
• Why relationships and integrity are the foundation of long-term business success
• The hidden cost of hustle culture on family, health, and emotional wellbeing
• Leadership lessons from scaling a company without burning out
• How emotional health directly impacts decision making and business performance
• The role of meditation, breathwork, and self-awareness in entrepreneurship
• Creating a legacy that extends beyond money and professional success

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, and high-performing men building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the mindset, discipline, and strategies required to grow successful businesses while navigating responsibility, family, faith, and long-term impact.

Timestamps

00:00 The cost of hustle culture and burnout
01:07 Introduction to Gary Mizell
01:42 Building Core Systems and mission-critical infrastructure
03:02 Launching a new data center venture
03:20 Growing a $6M company over 18 years
04:22 Learning the trades and discovering entrepreneurship
07:14 Why skilled trades are making a comeback
09:23 Transitioning from employee to entrepreneur
11:17 Choosing independence over security
14:54 Working internationally on nuclear nonproliferation projects
17:53 Balancing entrepreneurship and family life
18:20 When Gary’s daughter told him, “Dad, you look dead”
20:06 Replacing yourself as the bottleneck in business
22:03 Creating meaningful memories with family
26:01 The challenges of entrepreneurship and fatherhood
30:47 Why long-term client relationships matter
36:44 Integrity, trust, and difficult business relationships
44:17 The power of referrals and strategic partnerships
46:15 Why hustle culture eventually breaks people down
49:02 Why Gary joined The Standard
53:54 How emotional health impacts business performance
59:24 Meditation, breathwork, and managing stress
01:03:23 Aligning family vision, business, and personal growth
01:07:01 “All my dreams have come true”
01:08:07 Building a retreat center focused on healing and leadership
01:10:56 Defining legacy beyond money and success

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

Join The Standard: thestandardmen.com

David President is a Vice President of Sales and the owner of Suit Sharks, where he oversees a portfolio of luxury hotels and resorts across the U.S. and internationally. With over 20 years in hospitality, he has risen from entry-level roles to executive leadership, managing multi-million dollar revenue streams and large-scale teams. In addition to his corporate career, he is an entrepreneur behind a custom menswear brand and has built a growing real estate portfolio alongside his wife.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to strategically balance a high-level corporate career with entrepreneurship
• The real economics behind hotels, occupancy, and cash flow
• Why leaving your job too early can be a costly mistake
• Building wealth through real estate, tax strategy, and long-term thinking
• Turning adversity into discipline and resilience
• The role of structure, routine, and systems in managing multiple income streams
• How identity, presentation, and first impressions impact success
• The importance of faith, brotherhood, and emotional growth in a high-performing life

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, and high-performing men building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the mindset, discipline, and strategies required to grow successful businesses while navigating responsibility, family, and long-term impact.

Timestamps

00:00 How real estate creates multiple streams of income
00:54 Introduction to David President
02:00 Career as VP of Sales and Marketing in hospitality
04:00 Growing up in adversity and being raised by grandparents
08:00 Lessons on love, discipline, and faith from childhood
12:30 Starting in hospitality and climbing the corporate ladder
17:00 Moving into leadership roles and career growth
22:00 Managing large teams, budgets, and hotel revenue
25:00 How hotels actually make money
27:30 Why lower-end hotels can outperform luxury properties
30:00 Revenue strategies, marketing, and occupancy rates
34:00 Building business systems and managing multiple income streams
36:30 Why keeping your W2 can accelerate wealth building
38:00 Creating structure and routines for high performance
41:00 Growing a tailoring business with minimal overhead
45:00 Real estate investing strategy and tax advantages
50:00 The power of presentation and first impressions
54:00 Style, identity, and building confidence through appearance
58:00 Finding brotherhood and joining The Standard
01:00:00 Emotional growth and confronting past trauma
01:02:00 Faith, discipline, and daily practices
01:04:00 Taking risks and stepping out on faith
01:08:00 Defining legacy and long-term impact

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

To apply go to: thestandardmen.com

Join The Standard: thestandardmen.com

Sam Lacrosse is an entrepreneur, sales consultant, and content creator who helps influencers and online businesses scale through high-ticket offers, content strategy, and backend systems. He began his career at Oracle Corporation, where he became a top-performing sales professional, closing multi-million dollar deals and generating over $10M in revenue. After leaving corporate, he built and scaled multiple online businesses, authored three books, and now works with high-level creators to grow their companies and revenue streams.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The truth about making six figures in a single paycheck—and why it didn’t solve everything
• How corporate success can quietly trap you in “golden handcuffs”
• The mindset shift required to leave security and pursue entrepreneurship
• Why most people fail in business—and the real role of endurance and pain tolerance
• The difference between working hard and developing true resilience
• How to build, price, and sell high-ticket offers in the online space
• Why understanding identity is the key to sales, leadership, and personal growth
• The role of faith, values, and legacy in building a meaningful life

The Legacy & Wealth Podcast, hosted by Mitchell Clark and presented by The Standard, features conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, and high-performing men building wealth, leadership, and legacy. Each episode explores the mindset, discipline, and strategies required to grow successful businesses while navigating responsibility, family, and long-term impact.

Timestamps

00:00 Making $100K+ in a single paycheck
01:00 Introduction to Sam Lacrosse
02:00 From corporate sales to entrepreneurship
05:00 Early life and pressure to perform
10:00 Chasing money vs pursuing purpose
14:00 Turning down a high-paying finance career
17:00 Closing multi-million dollar deals at Oracle
20:00 The reality behind “golden handcuffs”
23:00 The moment he knew corporate wasn’t for him
28:00 Why he was rejected for leadership
31:00 The decision to bet on himself
34:00 Building his first online business
44:00 Scaling to six figures while still employed
45:30 Leaving Oracle and going all-in
46:00 Losing momentum and nearly running out of cash
47:00 Rebuilding through sales and mentorship
48:30 The 3 pillars of online business: offer, content, sales
52:00 Why resilience matters more than talent
56:00 Overcoming fear and rejection in sales
58:00 Finding the right environment to grow
01:00:00 Lessons on growth and continuous improvement
01:02:00 Defining legacy, faith, and responsibility

The Standard is a private, in-person membership community for six-figure men who want to grow in their wealth, health, and relationships by surrounding themselves with other high-performing men operating at their level or above. It is designed for men who have outgrown their current environment and need a structured system of proximity, personalized strategy, and accountability to continue growing across every area of life.

To apply go to: thestandardmen.com