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Grow or Go

Grow or Go

By: Chris Jones and Matt Silasiri
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We talk about Surfing the Sigmoid Curve. Or in other words: how everything, and everyone will experience inception, growth, maturity, and finally decline. But how do businesses, products, or people continue to grow both personally and professionally? We interview founders, business owners, professionals, and growth-minded individuals who have found success. And they share how they made it happen. We have 1 rule. Don't. Be. Boring. Hosted by Chris Jones, CEO, and co-owner of the largest business brokerage firm in the US, and Matt Silasiri, VP of Business Development. https://www.tnma.comChris Jones and Matt Silasiri Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Ep. 25 - What It's Like Standing on The Yellow Footprints in the Marine Corps - Tim Rilley
    Jul 24 2025

    Ever wonder what it's like to walk off the bus for boot camp?

    Everyone who joins The U.S. Marine Corps goes through the exact same training. Whether your journey takes you by way of Parris Island or MCRD San Diego, your first encounter once off the bus has you standing on those Yellow Footprints.

    Our special guest for this episode is Tim Rilley, who is a veteran of The U.S. Marine Corps, and author of The Yellow Footprints. Tim not only brings us through his experience in transforming from a civilian to a Marine, but what it was really like getting drafted during the Vietnam War.


    To purchase The Yellow Footprints

    Connect with our hosts: ⁠⁠Chris Jones - CEO and co-owner, and⁠ Matt Silasiri - Vice President of Business Development at True North Mergers & Acquisitions and Sunbelt Business Advisors.

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    33 mins
  • Ep. 24 - The Inside Scoop for LBM Companies and How They Can Win - Emily Overson
    Jul 17 2025

    Here in Minnesota we have so many family owned and operated lumber and building materials businesses. They fuel our economy and support so many industries and other adjacent businesses. We are proud to help this industry and it's leaders continue to thrive, even through the ups and downs.

    For you business owners in the lumber and building materials world, this podcast is for you. Emily Overson has been in the LBM industry for decades, and now she helps owners reevaluate how they operate, and pivot so they can grow.

    Emily's Website

    Connect with our hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Jones⁠⁠ - CEO and co-owner, and⁠ ⁠⁠Matt Silasiri⁠⁠ - Vice President of Business Development at ⁠⁠True North Mergers & Acquisitions⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Sunbelt Business Advisors⁠⁠.

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    33 mins
  • Ep. 23 - How The Man Up Club is Transforming Leaders in Inner-City Youth - Korey Dean
    Jul 10 2025

    It's a privilege to grow up with a strong and sound father figure in your life. But the truth is not everyone in this world is awarded that opportunity. It can hinder the growth of teens and youth in your community, but how can you help fix the problem?

    The Man Up Club is a perfect example of being on the front lines and helping inner-city youth by influencing love, hope, and leadership. Korey Dean, the founder of the organization joins us to explain the power of finding purpose, mentoring, and investing time and resources to help your community.

    Connect with our hosts: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Jones⁠ - CEO and co-owner, and⁠ ⁠Matt Silasiri⁠ - Vice President of Business Development at ⁠True North Mergers & Acquisitions⁠ and ⁠Sunbelt Business Advisors⁠.

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    50 mins
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