Episodes

  • Warren and Ashley Stroud of Plumbing Outfitters

    Warren and Ashley Stroud of Plumbing Outfitters
    Apr 18 2026
    Central Texas businees Plumbing Outfitters celebrates it's 10th anniversary next year. Founders and owners Warren and Ashley Stroud talk about the history of Plumbing Outiftters, it's creation and it's philosophy for it's mission statement "Plumbing Outfitters, your guide for all things plubming"
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    26 mins
  • Kyndel Bennett, CEO of Cayetano Development

    Kyndel Bennett, CEO of Cayetano Development
    Apr 9 2026
    In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, Austin Market President, Christine Escobar speaks with Kyndel Bennett, CEO of Cayetano Development, about his journey into real estate development and the mission behind building thoughtful, community-driven projects. Bennett shares insights on leadership, navigating market shifts, and building trust across investors, municipalities, and communities. The conversation also explores redefining success as a CEO and what’s next for Cayetano Development’s growing impact.
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    14 mins
  • KALYN ASHER, FOUNDER OF ASHER MEDIA & AVALANCHE MEDIA

    KALYN ASHER, FOUNDER OF ASHER MEDIA & AVALANCHE MEDIA
    Mar 23 2026
    Kalyn Asher is an award-winning advertising agency founder and media strategist with more than three decades of experience building brands and partnerships that last. She is the founder of Asher Media in Dallas (est. 1999) and Avalanche Media Group in Austin (est. 2012). A University of Texas advertising graduate, Kalyn is also an alumna of the Dartmouth Tuck Executive Program and the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. She has led media strategy across many brands in Retail, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Sports, Technology, CPG, Entertainment and more. Kalyn remains focused on staying at the forefront of innovation across all media channels. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
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    57 mins
  • Morgan Roberts, Vice President of KM Builders

    Morgan Roberts, Vice President of KM Builders
    Mar 18 2026
    In this episode, we sit down with Morgan Roberts, Vice President of KM Builders, to explore her path into leadership and the values that drive her work. Morgan shares how she helps keep KM Builders innovative, community‑focused, and trusted across San Antonio. In honor of Women’s History Month, Morgan reflects on the women who shaped her career and offers heartfelt advice for young women pursuing leadership roles—especially in male‑dominated industries. She also looks ahead at how women’s roles in business are evolving. From personal values to community impact, Morgan brings insight, authenticity, and inspiration to the conversation.
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    12 mins
  • Kortney Chase, Founder of Pecana

    Kortney Chase, Founder of Pecana
    Mar 9 2026
    In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, we highlight Kortney Chase, Founder of Pecana and a third‑generation pecan farmer transforming the plant‑based beverage world. After seeing a gap in the market for clean, great‑tasting pecan milk, Kortney created Pecana—the world’s first fully organic, plant‑based milk made with 100% American pecans. Kortney shares the story behind Pecana, the personal mission that drives her, the early challenges of launching a first‑of‑its‑kind product, and how she’s innovating in a rapidly growing industry. She also reflects on key milestones, leadership lessons, and what’s next for Pecana.
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    21 mins
  • Vanessa Van De Putte, President & CEO of Dixie Flag & Banner Company

    Vanessa Van De Putte, President & CEO of Dixie Flag & Banner Company
    Mar 9 2026
    In this Women’s History Month edition of CEOs You Should Know, Rosie Perez sits down with Vanessa Van de Putte, President and CEO of Dixie Flag and Banner Company—a 68‑year‑old, family‑owned San Antonio manufacturer known for its craftsmanship in flags, banners, signage, and event décor. Vanessa shares how her background in film and event production shaped her leadership approach, what it means to carry forward a multigenerational legacy, and how American manufacturing is evolving.
    As a statewide and national leader in the events industry, she offers insight on the future of suppliers, community leadership, and the women who’ve inspired her journey. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a CEO blending creativity, tradition, and innovation to move a Texas legacy into the future.
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    14 mins
  • HCTRA - Jerome Grey - Deputy Director Of Communications For Harris County Toll Road Authority

    HCTRA - Jerome Grey - Deputy Director Of Communications For Harris County Toll Road Authority
    Mar 4 2026
    Former Texas journalists, Jerome Grey, shares the news about seamless travel benefits for those with a Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA) account.
    Drivers with an EZ TAG or those who still have their TxTag now enjoy the same convenience when utilizing toll roads across the state thanks to the successful partnership between the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and HCTRA which began in December 2024. For toll road users it means:
      • Tags that work throughout Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Florida and Colorado.
      • Adding multiple vehicles on one account.
      • More options to pay in person at retail locations.
      • A more regional approach with HCTRA managing billing and customer service operations.
      • Avoiding fees from multiple toll operators in the same region.
      • A 10 percent discount on Harris County toll roads.
      • Another important reminder is there are no fees to get tags."The message is simple. Whether it's convenience or savings, toll roads make life easier for everyone," said Jerome Gray, deputy director, Communications at HCTRA. The explosive population growth across Texas means drivers need options. Toll roads not only provide those options, they also provide a revenue source to maintain the roads and invest in other mobility projects.
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    16 mins
  • Elder Law Care Advocacy, Laura D. Heard of South Texas Family Law, Esther Pipoly of Loss of Life Advocates, & elder law attorney Carol Ber

    Elder Law Care Advocacy, Laura D. Heard of South Texas Family Law, Esther Pipoly of Loss of Life Advocates, & elder law attorney Carol Ber
    Feb 6 2026
    In this episode, we bring together three leading experts in probate law, elder law, and life‑transition advocacy to help families understand what it really takes to prepare for the unexpected. If you've ever wondered what happens when a loved one passes without a will, how to plan for long‑term care, or when to seek professional support during a crisis, this conversation is full of clarity, compassion, and actionable advice.

    Laura D. Heard – Probate, Wills & Estate Planning Attorney, Carol Bertsch – Certified Elder Law AttorneyEsther Cardenas Pipoly – Founder, Loss of Life Advocates
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    11 mins