Show Notes:

As AI transforms marketing at an incredible pace, many businesses are asking the same question.

How do you embrace automation without losing the human connection that customers actually value?

In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, Heidi Schalk sits down with Jared Harman, Founder of One Group Agency, to explore how successful brands balance technology with authentic relationships. From branding and content creation to AI adoption and business growth, Jared shares practical lessons learned while growing his agency through referrals, customer service, and a willingness to adapt.

This conversation is a refreshing reminder that while tools will continue to evolve, trust remains one of the most valuable assets a business can build.

Bio:

Jared Harman is the CEO & Co-Founder of The One Group Agency, a full-service marketing agency based in British Columbia. Since launching in 2018, he has led the company’s growth from a startup into a multi-faceted agency through strategic expansion and acquisitions. Jared is known for his hands-on leadership style, focus on team performance, and ability to deliver measurable marketing outcomes for brands across North America.

To connect with our guest, click on the links below:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaredharman/

Website: www.onegroupagency.ca

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/

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Show Notes:

Great Businesses Plan for Success Before They Need To

Featuring Ted Beringer, Chris Beringer, and Eric Beringer of The Beringer Group

One of the most rewarding parts of hosting Business Growth Spotlight is watching businesses evolve. That's why this episode is especially meaningful.

Ted Beringer was one of our earliest guests, and now he returns with the next generation of leadership, Chris and Eric Beringer, for a conversation about what it really takes to build a business that lasts.

The discussion goes far beyond succession planning. It explores family dynamics, governance, AI, leadership transitions, business valuation, and why many successful companies unknowingly carry risks that could threaten everything they've built.

Whether you're planning to sell your company, pass it to the next generation, or simply want to protect what you've created, this episode offers practical insights every business owner should hear.

Bio:

Ted Beringer, Founder

Ted founded The Mid-Atlantic Companies, Ltd. in 1979 with the mission of serving the financial needs of private and closely held business owners and their families. Mid-Atlantic grew to become a national firm with more than 100 employees and offices throughout the United States. In 1998 Mid-Atlantic's operations were acquired by First Union Corporation (now Wells Fargo.) In early 2000, Ted, his family, and a few select partners established The Beringer Group, a company providing business owners with transition, corporate development, and liquidity options. He specializes in the “keep/sell” discussion and its impact on the family business. Ted is a graduate of the University of Buffalo and holds a Master's Degree from the University of Oklahoma.

Chris Beringer, President

Chris has extensive experience advising high net worth families establishing family offices and/or family investment companies, in regard to feasibility, design, staffing, transitioning and IT operations.

Eric Beringer, Client Relations Consultant

Eric excels in nurturing and maintaining strong relationships with clients. With more than twenty years of experience in this field, Eric ensures that clients receive exceptional service and support. Eric graduated from the University of Colorado.

To connect with our guest, click on the links below:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theberingergroup/

YouTube: youtube.com/@TheBeringerGroup?feature=shared

Website: www.theberingergroup.com

Connect with me:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/

🎁Spotlight to Scale Blueprint: https://spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint

🎁Join us for a free 60 Minute Executive Briefing all about Visibility and AEO: https://becomeairecommended.com/future-of-visibility