Oct 27, 202631 min
In this conversation, Ayisat Abilogun speaks with Mayor Rick Helton and his team from La Porte, Texas, discussing the city's support for small businesses, economic development initiatives, and the vibrant community...
About this Podcast:
Hello and welcome to Small Biz Catalysts. This show is for struggling small business owners who want to be able to earn a consistent 6 figure salary from their businesses and the economic development professionals who support them. Explore with us as we delve into innovative strategies, success stories and actionable insights to empower small businesses as catalysts for economic resilience. Your host, Ayisat Abilogun is a Certified Entrepreneurship Development Professional and the CEO of Financial Leadership Club of America. Ayisat loves helping small business owners stay resilient so that their business can move past stagnation to growth phase. In the last 5 years, Ayisat has empowered over 20,000 students and business owner through financial leadership courses, workshops and curriculum. Let's help your business move from wistful to wellspring. Stay with us as we delve into today's topic.
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What is Small Biz Catalyst about?
Hello and welcome to Small Biz Catalysts. This show is for struggling small business owners who want to be able to earn a consistent 6 figure salary from their businesses and the economic development professionals who support them.
What has Small Biz Catalyst covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Could your small business use a $75,000 grant? | Mayor Rick Helton - La Porte, TX" (27 October 2026, 31 minutes), "Is your City Supporting Small Businesses? Check out Plainview TX | Mayor Charles Starnes" (7 October 2026, 39 minutes), and "From Ashes to Heirlooms: How Adelle Archer Turned Grief into an Austin Diamond Company" (29 September 2026, 17 minutes).
How often does Small Biz Catalyst publish?
Small Biz Catalyst publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 27 minutes across 78 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Small Biz Catalyst?
Booking probability for Small Biz Catalyst is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Small Biz Catalyst requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Small Biz Catalyst's contact route on record: verified email.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 7, 202639 min
What happens when a small Texas city suddenly loses its largest employer and 2,200 jobs? Mayor Charles Starnes of Plainview, Texas shares how the city turned a major economic setback into an opportunity to rebuild...
- Sep 29, 202617 min
Adelle Archer lost her mentor and couldn't find a meaningful way to honor her, so we built one. In this episode of The Small Biz Catalyst, she shares how Eterneva grew from a personal act of grief into an Austin company...
- Sep 22, 202636 min
What makes a community a great place to start, build, and grow a business? In this episode of Small Biz Catalyst, we head to Rockwall, Texas, with Mayor Tim McCallum to explore what is happening behind the city's rapid...
Episode #74
How to grow your business in 5 steps #74
Sep 8, 202618 minSMART tips to generate revenue and grow your business is what this episode is all about. Ayisat shares how each letter of the "SMART" acronym affects your business and how you can use them in your favor. Ayisat shares...
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- Aug 25, 202611 min
Bryan DeLuca co-founded Foot Cardigan as a late-night side hustle with just $3,000. In this episode of The Small Biz Catalyst, Ayisat shares how he scaled a quirky sock subscription from a Dallas garage to a memorable...
Episode #72
How to transform your ideas into a successul business. SheInspires Series with Tolu Akindunni #72
Aug 4, 202635 minGoing from idea to business is a challenge many entrepreneurs face daily. In this episode of small biz catalyst podcast, Tolu Akindunni shares her journey as a serial entrepreneur and global transformation expert. She...
- Jul 1, 202647 min
Ayisat Abilogun and Remi Roy discuss the significance of community in podcasting, the journey of building Podground, and the mindset shifts necessary for personal growth. They explore how women creators are reshaping...
- Jun 23, 202628 min
Ayisat Abilagan sits down with serial entrepreneur Tracy Irby, Director of the TWU Center for Women Entrepreneurs on this episode of Small Biz Catalyst. Tracy dropped a massive truth bomb: analysis paralysis is the...
- May 27, 202622 min
In this episode of the SheInspires Symposium Series, Ayisat Abilogun interviews Bora Laci, a consultant and community leader, discussing her journey as a daughter of immigrants, her diverse career across various...
Episode #68
Navigating the Entrepreneurial Landscape: A Conversation with Tracy Irby - SheInspires Series #68
May 19, 202628 minTracy Irby shares her extensive experience as a serial entrepreneur and director of the Texas Women's University Center for Women Entrepreneurs. She discusses the evolving landscape for women entrepreneurs, the...
Episode #67
Fear Is Not the Enemy: How to Use It as Fuel
May 6, 202618 minEvery entrepreneur knows the feeling: the great idea that sits untouched because fear won't let you move. In this episode of The Small Biz Catalyst, Ayisat Abilogun reframes fear as data, not a dead end, and gives you...
Episode #66
From Side Hustle to Seven Figures - The Ice Shaker Story: Startup to Success Series #66.mp4
Apr 21, 202616 minChris Gronkowski went from NFL fullback to DFW entrepreneur after one sweaty gym session gave him an idea nobody had solved. In this episode of The Small Biz Catalyst, he breaks down how he built Ice Shaker from a spare...
- Apr 14, 202616 min
Tariffs are no longer just an economic headline. They're showing up in your invoices, your vendor conversations, and your cash flow right now. In this solo deep-dive, host Ayisat Abilogun breaks down exactly what the...
- Apr 7, 202620 min
Mayor Tom Daly of Selma, Texas, shares the city's growth as a business hub. The conversation highlights Selma's welcoming environment for entrepreneurs, the cultural initiatives that enhance economic growth, and success...
Episode #63
Harnessing AI for Small Business and Economic Development Success with Katie Milton Jordan. E63
Mar 17, 202645 minIn this conversation, Ayisat and Katie discuss how Small Business owners and economic development professionals can leverage AI for growth and efficiency, starting with people and processes. They explore the...
- Feb 24, 202610 min
In this special Black History Month episode of Small Biz Catalyst, host Ayisat Abilogun takes a thoughtful look at the origins of Black History Month and its evolving role in shaping economic opportunity for Black...
- Jan 28, 202628 min
What if entrepreneurship wasn’t an elective—but the foundation of education? In this episode of Small Biz Catalyst , host Ayisat Abilogun sits down with Jeff Meade , Executive Director of the Every Quinnite Is an...
- Jan 20, 202637 min
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just thinking about launching your show, this episode will show you how to make podcasting work for your business growth, not against your schedule. Listen now to learn how to...
- Jan 13, 202633 min
Want to start a small business in Irving, TX? Here's what you need to know. In this episode of Small Biz Catalyst, host Ayisat Abilogun sits down with the Mayor of Irving, TX; the City Manager, Asst. City Manager...
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