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Sharing experiences, insights, and the drivers behind why my guests have built what they have built and how this applies to what drives you.
Unknown Host hosts Driven By with Sam Coates, a business show with 120 episodes published.
Welcome back to the Driven By podcast. Today I'm sitting down with Dr. Sally Gates Parish, Vice Provost and Director of Schools at the University of Memphis. Sally runs University Schools — Tennessee's first Innovative S
Most people think nonprofits survive on grants and goodwill. Roshun Austin thinks that's the wrong mindset. As president and CEO of The Works, Inc., she's spent the last 14 years building one of Memphis' most impactful c
Most universities facing enrollment challenges have responded the same way: lower the bar and hope the numbers improve. Dr. Bill Hardgrave chose a different path. As President of the University of Memphis, Hardgrave made
Andy Kizzee didn’t set out to build a workforce model in one of Memphis’ most challenged neighborhoods. However, after moving into Binghampton and getting to know his neighbors, he began asking a different question: not
In this episode of Driven By Sam Coates, Trent Williamson, head of school at Harding Academy, shares the story of a decision that defied expectations. At a time when many Memphis institutions were moving outward, Harding
Some stories don’t fit neatly into a redemption arc. Melvin Cole’s is one of them. On the latest episode of Drive By with Sam Coates, Cole, founder of PURE Academy in Memphis, shares a raw, unpolished account of growing
Our next Driven By episode features Gary Stavrum, a Memphis entrepreneur whose career reflects exceptional grit, discipline and vision. A Christian Brothers alumnus, Gary built three med-device contract manufacturing com
In this episode of Driven By, I sit down with JW Gibson, a Memphian whose story runs from the Dixie Homes housing project to entrepreneur. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he built businesses from the ground up—including
In this episode, I sit down with Coach Mike Mosby from Oakhaven High, an inner-city Memphis school, to talk about what it means to lead beyond football. When a wealthy East Memphis school stepped in to buy his team 30 ne
In this episode, I sit down with Jared from The Hospitality Hub in Memphis to talk about redesigning how they serve people experiencing homelessness. He shares what it takes to build real solutions, from private studios
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Reginald Coopwood, CEO of Regional One Health, to talk about how he and his team led one of the most significant healthcare turnarounds in Memphis history. He shares what it took to s
In this episode, I sit down with Field Norris, co-founder of Chene Gear, to talk about how a frustration in the duck blind turned into a premium outdoor brand. He shares the story of what it takes to build something from
In this episode, I sit down with Mark Goodfellow — a man who’s lived life at full speed and with no filter. We cover from the trailer park in West Memphis to the car lots and the flash people in the city know him for tod
In this episode, I sit down with Dana Evans—missionary, adoptive mother, and advocate—to discuss her journey of faith, calling, and resilience. She shares what led her to Russia, the challenges of adoption, and the lesso
In this episode, I sit down with Stephen Shannon—entrepreneur, investor, and family office operator—to discuss his journey across private equity, real estate, and capital management. We explore the principles behind his
In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Torres, former CEO of Memphis Athletic Ministries and Frase Protection, and Danny Song, founder of Believe Memphis Academy and CEO of Give Services, to discuss everything nonprof
In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Shumate, CEO of Campbell Clinic, to discuss delivering patient-centered care in a country with the most expensive healthcare in the world. We explore the challenges patients face a
Hear my conversation with Elizabeth Rouse, the President and CEO of Arts Memphis, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting the arts in Memphis, Tennessee. With over 60 years of impact, Arts Memphis has played a pivotal role in
Hear my conversation with Randall Swaney, the entrepreneur behind Marshall Steakhouse, named the #1 Steakhouse in Mississippi by the Food Network. Located in rural Mississippi, Randall turned what was supposed to be a fe
Enjoy my conversation with Nancy Knous, Executive Partner at Benchmark Wealth Management. Nancy built her firm from the ground up, tackling the unique challenges of being a woman in a predominantly male industry. Episode
Dana Evans
Madam President · Gary West Side
1 appearance on this show
Paul Young
Author of "The Shack" · Liberty Bank
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Sally Gates Parish
University of Memphis
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Bill Hardgrave
University of Memphis
1 appearance on this show
Trent Williamson
Harding Academy
1 appearance on this show
Melvin Cole
PURE Academy
1 appearance on this show
Coach Mike Mosby
Oakhaven High
1 appearance on this show
Jared
The Hospitality Hub
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Reginald Coopwood
Regional One Health
1 appearance on this show
Field Norris
Chene Gear
1 appearance on this show
Jonathan Torres
Memphis Athletic Ministries
1 appearance on this show
Danny Song
Give Services
1 appearance on this show
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