Exploring Growth
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Business Growth Advisor and Content Marketing Agency CEO, Lee Murray, interviews experts on growth from all types of backgrounds. Lee’s goal is to provide Founder/CEOs and Sales & Marketing Leaders with practical wisdom they can take back and deploy in their companies and with their teams. This podcast serves as a resource to second stage growth companies, to help them unlock next level growth.
Each week Lee gives his thoughts and interviews experts around mindset, marketing & sales strategy, building systems and forming teams.
Each week Lee gives his thoughts and interviews experts around mindset, marketing & sales strategy, building systems and forming teams.
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In the week episode of our CEO series, host Lee Murray engages in a captivating discussion with Rey Ortega, founder of Grata Software, as he shares the journey from freelancing to a successful tech consulting firm. Learn about the importance of an engineering-first approach, building client relationships, and transitioning from engineering to leadership. Discover Grata Software's expansion plans and the new "Learn to Build a Business" program, designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs. Tune in for insights on business fundamentals, mentorship, and transitioning to entrepreneurship!
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Rey - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rey-ortega-2774468/
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n the first episode of our CEO series, host Lee Murray engages in a captivating discussion with Jesse Brashear, the CEO of Brashear's Pharmacy, exploring the growth challenges within the pharmacy industry. The conversation delves into critical issues involving pharmacy benefit managers, federal regulations, and the emphasis on patient care. Jesse shares insightful reflections on overcoming obstacles in the pharmacy sector, providing a deeper understanding of the industry's dynamics.
Thank you for watching. If you are enjoying what you hear, please consider sharing it with a colleague or a friend.
Have a guest recommendation, question, or just want to connect?
Go here: https://www.harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcast
Connect on LinkedIn:
Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray/
Jesse - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-brashear-4a2502198/
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In the third episode of Season 1, Lee interviews Hubspot Executive, Dan Tyre, about his entrepreneurial journey and his role as the first salesperson of HubSpot's original team. Together we explore the power of growth and startups as well as some key tips for entrepreneurs hoping to scale their businesses and take them to the next level.
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In this Inaugural second episode, Lee interviews Daryl Dixon, CEO of VALiNTRY360. They discuss how to think about building a great team that will impact growth for long term sustainability.
Daryl has a robust background in building and managing teams over his two decades of entrepreneurship and previous executive roles at enterprise level companies.
Do you have a guest recommendation, a question or just want to connect? Go here: https://www.harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcast
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https://valintry360.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daryladixon/
In this inaugural first episode, Lee interviews Tim Parkin, Global Marketing Consultant of Parkin Consulting. They discuss talk about marketing optimization and focusing your efforts around your strategy. Tim brings a wealth of knowledge from working with enterprise companies around the world.
Bear with us on the technical side. In an effort to not let perfection impede progress, we've decided to just roll with this, mistakes and all, so we can start the ball rolling and getting episodes released into the wild. We will work on improving our audio quality with each episode.
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In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Justin Rashidi, Co-Founder at SeedX to explore how B2B companies can better leverage their CRM systems to drive smarter growth. Justin shares insights into the common mistakes organizations make with CRM adoption and why aligning sales and marketing efforts inside the system is essential for long-term success. The conversation also highlights the critical role leadership plays in prioritizing CRM integration and ensuring it becomes a strategic asset rather than just another piece of software.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayJustin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-rashidi/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with with Scott Desgrosseilliers, CEO at WickedReports.com. Scott explains how marketers can move beyond channel-first thinking and instead focus on attribution-driven strategies that reveal what’s actually driving results. They discuss how to simplify complex marketing data into clear, actionable insights that help teams confidently scale winning campaigns, optimize what’s working, and eliminate underperforming efforts.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayScott – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottd71/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Elina Panteleyeva, founder of Dood Woof, to unpack how she turned DIY dog content into a fast-growing pet brand in just two years. With no prior product experience, Alina bootstrapped her company from zero to nearly $600K in year one and is on track to hit $2 million in year two. They discuss the power of focusing on a niche, documenting the journey, leveraging organic content and influencer partnerships, and building trust through authenticity.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayElina – https://www.linkedin.com/in/elina-panteleyeva-24049ab5/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Adi Soozin, Best Selling Author and Managing Partner at Heritage Real Estate Fund. They uncover the strategy behind exponential, community-driven growth. Adi shares how building hyper-focused networks and cultivating exclusivity can create powerful demand and activate true brand advocates. The conversation highlights why depth of connection often matters more than scale and how marketers can intentionally design ecosystems that fuel long-term growth.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayAdi – https://www.linkedin.com/in/adisoozin/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Kevin Gast, founder and CEO of VVater, to explore how innovation is transforming the water purification industry. They discuss Water’s Faraday reactor technology and its potential to disrupt traditional purification methods across residential, industrial, and municipal markets. The conversation also covers the challenges of market entry, strategic expansion, and why simplicity and transparency are core to building trust and scale.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayKevin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-gast99/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray welcomes back Dan Sanchez, marketer and AI enthusiast, for a timely conversation on the rapidly evolving AI landscape. They explore the concept of local AI, including the privacy advantages and practical implications of self-hosting AI models like ChatGPT. The discussion highlights what this shift means for innovation, security, and the future of AI-powered work.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayDan – https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitalmarketingdan/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Ken Rapp, CEO of Bluestream.io. They explore why the customer journey shouldn’t end at the point of purchase. Ken shares how Bluestream.io helps brands stay connected with customers after the sale by delivering personalized product experience journeys. They discuss how post-sale engagement plays a critical role in reducing churn, increasing repeat purchases, and building long-term brand loyalty.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayKen – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-rapp-b922766/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Margaret Upshur, founder and CEO of Mobius Materials, to explore one of the semiconductor industry’s biggest hidden challenges: excess components and the unchecked gray market. Margaret shares her journey building a trust-driven marketplace designed to bring transparency, reliability, and efficiency to an industry long plagued by waste and uncertainty. Tune in to learn how trust, innovation, and operational clarity are transforming one of the world’s most critical industries.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcast Connect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayMargaret – https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretupshur/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray reconnects with Mary Keough, Director of Marketing at CoLab. Mary shares how she built a LinkedIn audience of nearly 30,000 by leaning into authenticity, vulnerability, and real-world experience. They explore the unique challenges of industrial marketing, from understanding the language of the business to aligning with leadership expectations. Mary also reflects on how content functions as the connective tissue of an effective marketing strategy.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayMary – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-keough-437824a2/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Evlyn Mondo, Managing Director at Casablanca, to dive into the concept of slow tourism and how it’s reshaping company retreats in Barbados. They also explore why privacy, cultural connection, and curated experiences matter more than ever for families and corporate teams. From immersive local experiences to team-building opportunities, Casablanca demonstrates how slow tourism can elevate both relaxation and organizational culture.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayEvlyn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/evlyn-mondo-685142365/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Morgan Blake about the complexities of paid advertising, with a special focus on the construction industry. They discuss common pitfalls like unclean data and misaligned goals, emphasizing the importance of understanding your audience and setting up campaigns correctly. The conversation also explores storytelling, transparency, and the evolving role of data in digital marketing.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayMorgan – https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganozenbaughblake/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Jeff Wenberg, CEO of Offer Evolution. Jeff emphasizes the power of simplicity in messaging—focusing on clear, benefit-driven communication rather than technical details. They explore how to adapt messaging for different audiences, especially when moving from warm to cold markets, and the importance of storytelling throughout the sales funnel. The conversation provides practical advice for creating compelling, high-converting offers that resonate.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayJeff – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffwenberg
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Harish Chandramowli, founder and CEO of Flaire. He shares his journey from computer science engineer to tech entrepreneur in the fashion industry. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, fostering honest communication, and driving innovation in the mid-market fashion space. The conversation offers valuable lessons for aspiring founders on navigating the intersection of tech, creativity, and business growth.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayHarish – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scharish/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Julie Matzen, founder of Borderline. They discuss the balance between AI tools and human validation, and how Borderline’s platform makes expert collaboration easy and adaptable. The conversation emphasizes the enduring value of human connection, expertise, and creativity in an AI-driven world.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayJulie – https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-matzen-1696aa52/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Eli Portnoy, Founder and CEO of Backengine.ai, about the critical role of customer feedback in scaling B2B companies. He explains how Backengine.ai uses AI to turn customer interactions into actionable insights, empowering teams to make smarter decisions and improve customer satisfaction. The conversation offers valuable strategies for founders and leaders looking to stay connected to their customers while scaling efficiently.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayEli – https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliportnoy
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