Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond

Around the Diamond is where leadership meets logistics. Hosted from their signature corner couch, Kevin Mench and Steve Wineriter sit down with entrepreneurs, athletes, operators, and industry leaders to have real conversations about what it takes to win — in business and in life. Each episode dives into two core themes, leadership and logistics. Whether you’re building a company, scaling operations, or chasing ambitious goals, Around the Diamond brings you inside the candid and insightful conversations. Grab a seat on the corner couch and join the conversation.

Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond, a business show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #14

  When Family Changes Everything: Building a Business With Purpose | Bill Daubmann | Episode 14

  Sep 14, 202631 min

  Sometimes entrepreneurship starts with an idea. Other times, life gives you no choice but to find a new path. In this episode of Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics, Kevin, Steve, and Elise sit down with Bill Daubmann, founder of My Shower Door, for a conversation about family, adversity, entrepreneurship, leadership, and building a business with a purpose bigger than yourself. Bill Daubmann's entrepreneurial journey began after his 11-year-old son was diagnosed with cancer. With treatment requiring frequent travel and medical expenses piling up, Bill made the decision to step away from his career and hockey officiating so he could be there for his family. What started as a home-based closet organization business eventually led Bill into shower doors—and an opportunity that would change the trajectory of his family's life. After relocating from Massachusetts to Florida, Bill and his family doubled down on the shower door business. Today, My Shower Door has nearly 200 employees, multiple locations across Florida and the Carolinas, its own manufacturing operation, and plans for national franchise expansion. Bill shares what he's learned going from a true mom-and-pop operation where he did everything himself to leading an organization with hundreds of employees. The conversation dives into the difficult stages of scaling, why profits can actually fall during periods of growth, the importance of middle management, and one of the biggest lessons Bill learned as a leader: people are your most valuable asset. The episode also explores the Daubmann family's commitment to philanthropy. What began with Make-A-Wish after Bill's son's battle with cancer expanded into supporting veterans and organizations connected to wounded and amputee athletes. From family and cancer to hockey, entrepreneurship, leadership, company culture, philanthropy, and national expansion, Bill Daubmann's story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the hardest moments in life can completely redefine where you're headed. Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics explores the intersection of sports, business, leadership, entrepreneurship, and the people behind the success stories. Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Around the Diamond 00:33 – Meet My Shower Door Founder Bill Daubmann 01:38 – Meeting Bill Through Baseball & Philanthropy 02:49 – How His Son's Cancer Diagnosis Changed Everything 03:44 – From Baseball to Professional Hockey Officiating 05:33 – Taking a Slap Shot to the Head 06:59 – The Decision to Leave Hockey and Become an Entrepreneur 07:42 – Why Cancer Changed the Daubmann Family's Future 09:02 – Building His First Business From Home 09:47 – Entrepreneurship, Medical Bills & Doing Whatever It Takes 10:25 – Moving to Florida and Starting Over 11:08 – Growing to Nearly 200 Employees 11:35 – Taking My Shower Door Nationwide 13:13 – How Bill Found the Shower Door Business 14:34 – Inside the Custom Frameless Shower Door Business 15:51 – Why Tempered Shower Glass Shatters Into Tiny Pieces 17:09 – Developing Safer Shower Glass Technology 18:09 – Innovation & What's Next for My Shower Door 19:20 – The Hardest Stages of Scaling a Company 20:21 – From Mom-and-Pop to a Real Organization 21:42 – Why Management Becomes Critical as You Grow 22:01 – Building—and Fixing—Company Culture 22:48 – Why People Are Your Most Valuable Asset 22:56 – When Leaders Have to Look in the Mirror 24:49 – Constantly Evaluating Your People & Processes 25:57 – Building a Business Around Family 27:07 – Why Entrepreneurs Have to Learn to Disconnect 28:28 – How Travel Can Make You a Better Business Owner 29:26 – Bill's Son, Cancer Survival & Giving Back 30:06 – What's Next for Bill Daubmann and My Shower Door 31:01 – Closing Thoughts Check out American Diamond Logistics: https://www.adldelivers.com/ Become an Agent: https://www.adldelivers.com/become-an-agent Follow Around the Diamond: IG: https://www.instagram.com/aroundthediamondpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586346530967 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@around.the.diamon6?_r=1&_t=ZP-94XAyjAAYvP

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  Episode #12

  Making Golf Cool Again: From Pro Golfer to Entrepreneur | Taylor Artman | Episode 12 Pt 1

  Aug 17, 202650 min

  Golf is changing—and Taylor, founder of Surf & Turf Golf, is building a brand for the next generation of players. In Episode 12 of Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics, Kevin and Steve sit down with Taylor to talk about a life spent around the game, his journey into professional golf, and how an unexpected change in his playing career ultimately opened the door to entrepreneurship. Taylor shares how he first picked up a golf club as a kid in Norman, Oklahoma, eventually played collegiate golf at Oklahoma City University, and spent seven years pursuing the professional game. Along the way, the conversation dives into the competitive side of golf, leadership in an individual sport, and why lessons learned as an athlete translate so naturally into business. Then comes the story behind Surf & Turf Golf. What began as a Southern California social club evolved into a lifestyle and apparel brand designed to bridge the gap between traditional golf culture and the people discovering the game in a completely different way. Taylor explains how the Tiger Woods boom made golf cool and the Topgolf boom made golf accessible—creating an entirely new generation that wants to enjoy the game without necessarily looking or acting like the traditional country-club golfer. From professional golf and entrepreneurship to leadership, community, branding, and building something around a genuine passion, Episode 12 is a conversation about recognizing when one chapter is ending—and having the confidence to start the next one. Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics explores the intersection of sports and business through conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, leaders, and the people building what's next. Chapters 00:00 – Welcome Back to Around the Diamond 05:10 – Meet Taylor, Founder of Surf & Turf Golf 05:49 – Growing Up on the Golf Course 10:30 – When Golf Became More Than a Hobby 11:40 – Greg Norman, Payne Stewart & the Tiger Woods Era 13:49 – How Golf Culture Has Changed 20:00 – Taylor's Big Vision for Surf & Turf Golf 21:03 – College Golf, Scholarships & Oklahoma City University 22:09 – The Championship Golf Program That Got Cut 25:38 – What Leadership Looks Like in an Individual Sport 29:08 – Why Athletes Make Great Business Leaders 32:27 – Competition, Camaraderie & Trash Talk on the Golf Course 36:31 – Athletes Learning the Game of Golf 40:02 – The Road from College Golf to the Pros 41:50 – The Beginning of Surf & Turf Golf 42:40 – The Injuries That Changed Taylor's Career 43:41 – Trading Professional Golf for Entrepreneurship 45:08 – The Problem Surf & Turf Set Out to Solve 46:50 – How Golf Became Cool Again 47:34 – How Topgolf Changed Who Plays Golf 48:32 – Building a Golf Brand for a New Generation 49:19 – What's Next for Surf & Turf Golf Check out American Diamond Logistics: https://www.adldelivers.com/ Become an Agent: https://www.adldelivers.com/become-an-agent Follow Around the Diamond: IG: https://www.instagram.com/aroundthediamondpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586346530967 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@around.the.diamon6?_r=1&_t=ZP-94XAyjAAYvP

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  Episode #11

  Can You Ever Really Unplug? | Episode 11

  Aug 3, 202644 min

  Can successful entrepreneurs ever truly disconnect? In Episode 11 of Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics, Kevin, Steve, and Elise trade the guest chair for an honest conversation about leadership, work-life balance, company growth, and what it really means to build a business. From Steve's "working vacation" to the realities of leading a rapidly growing company, the discussion explores the challenges entrepreneurs face when passion and responsibility follow them everywhere. Along the way, they share stories about relationships, communication, personal growth, and the lessons they've learned while building American Diamond Logistics. This episode is a candid look behind the scenes at the conversations that happen when the microphones are rolling—but there's no guest in the room. In This Episode: Can entrepreneurs ever truly unplug? Balancing work, family, and personal time The realities of leading a growing business Building relationships while pursuing ambitious goals Company culture and continuous improvement Lessons learned through leadership and experience Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or simply trying to find balance in a demanding career, this episode offers an authentic conversation about the challenges—and rewards—of the journey. Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics explores leadership, logistics, entrepreneurship, and the conversations that shape successful businesses. ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome Back to Around the Diamond 03:18 – Can You Ever Really Take a Vacation? 09:27 – When Work Follows You Everywhere 15:46 – Entrepreneurship and Work-Life Balance 22:10 – Growing a Business Without Losing Yourself 28:41 – Leadership Lessons Along the Way 35:05 – Building a Strong Company Culture 42:14 – Relationships, Communication & Growth 49:36 – Looking Ahead at What's Next 55:48 – Final Thoughts Check out American Diamond Logistics: https://www.adldelivers.com/ Become an Agent: https://www.adldelivers.com/become-an-agent Follow Around the Diamond: IG: https://www.instagram.com/aroundthediamondpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586346530967 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@around.the.diamon6?_r=1&_t=ZP-94XAyjAAYvP

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  Episode #10

  Relationships Over Transactions | Julian Segovia | Episode 10

  Jul 25, 202657 min

  What separates a good logistics company from a great one? According to Julian Segovia, it's not just technology—it's relationships. In Episode 10 of Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics, Kevin, Steve, and Elise sit down with Julian Segovia, who leads Carrier Procurement at American Diamond Logistics, to discuss his remarkable journey from a new logistics coordinator to one of the company's key leaders. Julian shares how embracing a "whatever it takes" mentality, building genuine relationships with carriers, and leveraging AI to improve efficiency have helped fuel American Diamond's rapid growth. He explains why the future of logistics isn't about chasing the cheapest truck—it's about creating long-term partnerships built on trust, accountability, and consistent service. The conversation also explores leadership, company culture, hiring the right people, and how AI is transforming carrier procurement without replacing the human relationships that drive the industry. In This Episode: Julian's five-year journey through American Diamond Logistics Why relationships outperform transactional business Building a culture centered around trust and accountability The "give a damn" mindset that fuels long-term success How AI is reshaping carrier procurement and operations Developing future leaders inside a growing company Why the best logistics companies invest in people first Whether you're in logistics, sales, leadership, or building a business from the ground up, this episode is packed with practical lessons on creating lasting partnerships and staying ahead in a rapidly changing industry. Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics explores leadership, innovation, logistics, and the people driving the future of business. ⏱ Chapters 00:10 – Welcome Back & Steve's Alaska Adventure 03:37 – Julian's Journey to American Diamond 07:29 – Growing with a Fast-Moving Company 11:09 – The "Give a Damn" Mentality 17:20 – Why Customer Relationships Always Win 19:41 – Moving to Austin & Leading Remotely 20:54 – From Transactional to Strategic Carrier Partnerships 26:31 – Building Teams Through Trust and Leadership 34:32 – How AI Is Changing Carrier Procurement 37:30 – Using AI to Fight Fraud and Improve Operations 41:32 – Innovation, Automation & Scaling the Business 46:12 – Creating Long-Term Partnerships That Last 54:37 – Final Thoughts on Leadership, Growth & Success Check out American Diamond Logistics: https://www.adldelivers.com/ Become an Agent: https://www.adldelivers.com/become-an-agent Follow Around the Diamond: IG: https://www.instagram.com/aroundthediamondpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586346530967 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@around.the.diamon6?_r=1&_t=ZP-94XAyjAAYvP

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  Episode #9

  People First: Building the Future of Logistics | Anyssa Biguenet | Episode 9

  Jul 19, 202626 min

  What separates a good logistics company from a great one? According to Anyssa Biguenet, it starts with people. In Episode 9 of Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics, Kevin, Steve, and Elise sit down with Anyssa Biguenet, Vice President of LTL at American Diamond Logistics, to discuss her journey through the transportation industry and how a people-first mindset is transforming the future of logistics. Drawing on years of experience with both carriers and third-party logistics providers, Anyssa shares why understanding operations from the ground up leads to better customer service, stronger carrier relationships, and smarter business decisions. She also explains how technology should empower people—not replace them—and why developing great teams is the key to long-term success. Whether you're in logistics, leadership, or simply interested in building a winning culture, this conversation offers valuable insights into what it takes to create an organization where employees, customers, and partners all thrive. In This Episode: Anyssa's journey into the logistics industry The difference between carriers, 3PLs, and the LTL model Why customer-specific solutions outperform one-size-fits-all shipping Building a people-first culture backed by technology Developing future leaders through mentorship and opportunity Practical strategies for controlling freight costs in today's market Why relationships remain the most valuable asset in logistics Around the Diamond Powered by American Diamond Logistics explores leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and the people building the future of business—one conversation at a time. ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Around the Diamond 03:54 – Anyssa's Journey from Carrier to 3PL Leadership 06:07 – Why Leadership and Culture Matter at American Diamond 10:16 – Understanding LTL and Modern Logistics 13:27 – Building Teams Through Growth and Opportunity 17:00 – Creating a Workplace Where Every Voice Matters 20:38 – Supporting Agents and Growing Together 22:40 – Smart Strategies for Reducing Freight Costs 24:51 – Looking Ahead: Technology and the Future of Logistics Check out American Diamond Logistics: https://www.adldelivers.com/ Become an Agent: https://www.adldelivers.com/become-an-agent Follow Around the Diamond: IG: https://www.instagram.com/aroundthediamondpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586346530967 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@around.the.diamon6?_r=1&_t=ZP-94XAyjAAYvP

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