For my Subject Matter Expert interview I had the pleasure of speaking with Waverly Jones, one of the owners and founders of Empyrean Arts in downtown Asheville. Waverly has a long and eclectic history in the world of circus arts and I loved having the opportunity to pick her brain on the topic of being a studio owner and the strategies she’s used through hard times and good to ensure the success of Empyrean Arts.
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ENT 645 Interview – Jay Rom – President & CEO
ENT 645 Interview – Jay Rom – President and CEO
Here is my podcast style interview with Jay Rom, CEO and President of multiple surgical practices throughout the years in the healthcare industry. We sat on his front porch, so enjoy the ambience of a summer evening. Neighbors, dogs, and various people made themselves known during the course of our conversation, but I hope you enjoy listening. Below is a profile of Jay Rom, taken from his company’s website.
“Jay Rom, MBA, CPA has more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare field, serving in executive leadership roles with a payer, a hospital, medical groups and an ambulatory surgery center company. He was the Finance Director and Controller for Western Ohio Healthcare, a large HMO in Dayton, Ohio acquired by United Healthcare. He then served as Vice President of Physician Service for the Franciscan Health System. He has been CEO of Cardiology Associates of Cincinnati and CEO of Professional Radiology, Inc.
ENT 640 Interview with Kaelin Ellithorpe, Owner of K&R Services in Cullowhee, NC
In this interview, Kaelin Ellithorpe, owner and operator of K&R Services, shares what it means to build a purpose-driven business that doesn’t chase endless growth. He discusses why he chose to stay intentionally small, the advantages of running a lean operation, and how diversifying has helped his company stay resilient. Whether you are starting a business or rethinking your definition of success, this conversation offers practical insight and inspiration.
