Turning Disability Into Confidence and Community
Host: Cristan Engelke Guest: Truman Wallace VIDEO DESCRIPTION This episode shared a story that did not start with success. It started with survival. You heard the full journey of Truman Wallace, founder of the TRU-MAN Center of Hope, and how a childhood accident, a lifelong relationship with music, and a season of deep personal struggle shaped a mission that now …
What Most People Miss About Local Banking in DeSoto County
Host: Cristan Engelke Guest: Samuel Kail VIDEO DESCRIPTION You do not need a bigger bank. You need access, clarity, and a real relationship. In this episode of Southaven Business Beat, you meet Samuel Kail, Market President of First Choice Bank in Southaven, Mississippi. Samuel shares how he went from college football to banking leadership, and how he helped launch a …
Why Regular Policy Reviews Matter More Than You Think
Host: Cristan Engelke Guest: Jennifer Zellner VIDEO DESCRIPTION When life hits hard, insurance either feels like a lifeline or a nightmare. In this episode, you see exactly how the right agent can change everything, from a late-night house fire to a teen learning how money really works. Southaven Business Beat host Cristan Engelke sits down with Jennifer Zellner, owner of …
What Happens When Your Estate Plan Is Out of Date
Host: Aaron Cozort Guest: Jacinta Hall VIDEO DESCRIPTION Estate planning feels boring until it is too late. In this episode you hear exactly how fast things can change, why “I’ll get to it later” is a risky plan, and what you can do now to protect your family in Mississippi and Tennessee. Attorney Jacinta Hall, founder of J.A. Hall Law …
Why Local Groups Are Switching to Charters Faster Than Ever
Host: Aaron Cozort Guest: Willie Alexander VIDEO DESCRIPTION This episode gives you a clear look at how group travel really works and how one local company moves thousands of people every year with simple planning and strong service. You get practical insight you can use for your team, school, church, or family trip. Willie Alexander, Director of Operations at J …
The warning sign you will miss if you never look up
Host: Cristan Engelke Guest: Abraham Lopez VIDEO DESCRIPTION You think a roof is just shingles and nails. Abraham Lopez knows it is your first line of defense and one of the biggest investments on your home. In this episode, you hear how a second generation roofer turned a family trade into a trusted local brand that has served the Mid-South …
Inside the Program Turning Job Seekers Into Job Keepers
Host: Cristan Engelke Guest: Marla Smith-Brown VIDEO DESCRIPTION She walked away from a stable government career to help people find second chances in Southaven. In this episode, Marla Smith-Brown, Executive Director of ACTS Career Center at Brown Missionary Baptist Church, shares how faith, purpose, and opportunity come together to rebuild lives and connect people to real jobs. What you’ll hear: …
Why Mentorship Still Matters for Women in Business
Host: Cristan Engelke Guest: Karen Mager VIDEO DESCRIPTION She turned retirement into a movement for women in business. After 40 years in corporate America, Karen Mager created CrèmeMagnolia, a community built to guide and mentor women starting their own businesses. In this episode of Southaven Business Beat, host Cristan Engelke sits down with Karen to uncover how she turned decades …
“Don’t Be Afraid.” A Message Every Mom Needs
Host: Cristan Engelke Guest: Jessi Poole VIDEO DESCRIPTION Tap subscribe. You will not want to miss local stories that matter. In this episode, Jessi Poole shares what really happens inside the Southaven Care Center, how women are served from the first test to delivery, and what you can do today to help. What you’ll learn: • Who they serve, teens …
How 90 Minutes a Month Builds Real Local Influence
Host: Aaron Cozort Guest: Lindsey Grace Darby VIDEO DESCRIPTION Southaven Business Beat sits down with Lindsey Grace Darby to spotlight DeSoto County Business Women, a long-standing network helping women connect, learn, and give back. You will hear what the group does, who should join, how meetings work, costs, scholarships, and real outcomes members see. If you do business in DeSoto …
