“Working the system, trusting the process, and getting better … Beatty Enterprises came to be by throwing a bunch of things against the wall with faith.”

CJ Beatty is known as “The Baseball & Softball Motivator,” having spent seven years playing professional baseball, then transitioning into a serial entrepreneur. He grew up in Winston-Salem, received a full athletic scholarship to North Carolina A&T State University, and was drafted in 2009 by the St. Louis Cardinals.

CJ launched his entrepreneurial enterprise wearing the hats of a pro scout, motivational speaker, music artist, and author. He joins us at the table to share his journey and how he’s motivating young athletes and audiences all over the world.

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“Trauma in our life allows doors to open, to potentially do things that we have never done. It’s those challenges that open the doors for us to do greater things.”

Carolyn Bennett-Sullivan, author, speaker, and partner in a golf game called Softgolf, joins us to share the entrepreneurial journey and success that CEO and Co-founder Ray Baldorossi and she have experienced since opening at Tanglewood Park in 2018.

Softgolf is a full-swing golf game with oversized clubs, giant balls, and glowing targets that make it easy to play for all ages, skill levels, and physical abilities. Team building, family events, girls’ nights out, and more are offered at this award-winning course, recently selected for Winston-Salem Journal’s Reader’s Choice Award for Best Golf Course, Best Family Entertainment, and Best Night Life.

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“The very first race in 1947, there were 9013 people who came to that race. Now, you’re looking at 40 to 50,000 plus. We surpass the population of Martinsville and Henry County on race weekend.”

Clay Campbell, President of Martinsville Speedway, and Josh Soto, Group Sales Manager, join us to discuss the history of Martinsville Speedway, built by Clay’s grandfather, H. Clay Earles, in 1947, and the value for its fans in Winston-Salem. Clay, a true NASCAR legend himself, shares how this iconic track has evolved over the decades, from its early days as a hobby to becoming a powerful economic engine for the region.

From the fan experience to the staggering $160 million economic impact of the two annual race weekends, we cover it all and uncover some fun facts. Whether you’re a die-hard race fan or new to the sport, this episode offers a compelling look at the heart, history, and community spirit behind Martinsville Speedway.

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