This week, Chris sits down with Jon Barnard, whose journey takes us from a modest garage gym in Hawaii to the heights of championship glory in kickboxing, MMA, and bare-knuckle boxing. With resilience, faith, and a drive to compete, Jon overcame countless challenges, from life-changing injuries to balancing family life, ultimately rediscovering his passion for coaching and competition.

Now undefeated with a world title on the horizon, Jon shares the highs and lows of his career, lessons on perseverance, and the transformative power of faith and purpose. Whether you're a fight fan or seeking motivation, this podcast delivers knockout stories and inspiration.

Connect with Jon:

IG: @untameable61
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Website: https://bit.ly/3V4l3nC

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Website: www.qccapitalgroup.com
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This week, Chris sits down with Alex Smereczniak, the co-founder and CEO of Franzy, a revolutionary platform connecting franchisees with top franchise opportunities. Alex shares his incredible journey from building and selling a laundry business, leading Charlotte-based startups 2ULaundry and LaundroLab, to launching Franzy.

With a finance degree from Wake Forest and experience as a financial consultant at EY, Alex blends strategy and innovation to disrupt industries. Tune in to hear his insights on entrepreneurship, scaling startups, and finding the perfect franchise fit. This conversation is packed with inspiration and actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs!

Connect with Alex:

IG: @smerz10
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-smereczniak-40310329/
Website(s): Franzy- https://bit.ly/4fxjlmB
https://www.2ulaundry.com/
https://www.laundrolabfranchise.com/

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Connect with Chris Salerno:

Website: www.qccapitalgroup.com
LinkedIn: Christopher Salerno
Instagram: @chris_salerno_
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This week, Chris sits down with John Azar, Founder and Managing Partner of Peak 15 Capital, a leader in value-driven commercial real estate with over $2 billion in transactions. Hear about his path from co-founding Boston Venture Partners to leading MACC Venture Partners and founding Peak Titans, an exclusive executive network. Get insights from his “Breaking Resistance” podcast and industry expertise.

Click the link in our bio to hear leadership insights and inspiring stories from a top real estate influencer.

Connect with John:

IG: @jjazar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jalalazar/
Website: https://www.peak15cap.com/

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Connect with Chris Salerno:

Website: www.qccapitalgroup.com
LinkedIn: Christopher Salerno
Instagram: @chris_salerno_
X (formerly Twitter): @Chris_Salerno_
TikTok: @chris_salerno_