The Culture Matters Podcast

The Culture Matters podcast has started a new segment with only your host, Jay Doran. Jay talks about life, business, philosophy, and most of all culture. Tune in and listen to this conversation that Jay has with himself to work out some serious topics he brings up.

Bill Dallas is responsible for inspiring and leading more than a dozen mortgage, banking and financial tech companies over the past 35 years, including Cloudvirga, First Franklin, Ownit Mortgage Solutions, Skyline Home Loans, NewLeaf Lending, and now Finance of America Mortgage. His first venture, First Franklin, grew to be one of the nation's largest lenders. Although technology has disrupted and improved many industries, the antiquated mortgage lending process remains manual, slow, and...

Dr. Christian Conte is one of the country’s most accomplished mental health specialists in the field of anger and emotional management. A familiar figure on TV and radio, he is also a prolific writer, powerful communicator, and sought-after media expert. He was co-host of the reality shows Coaching Bad on Spike TV and The Secret Life of Kids on USA Network. He was also the resident therapist for Family Therapy on VH1. Dr. Conte produces daily Emotional Management Minutes that air on more...

Judd Burdon is a Father, Husband, Entrepreneur, and a solid guy. Judd takes us through his story of learning and growing every step of the way to continue to create better versions of himself and to ultimately make a difference in his family and his industry. At one point in his life, he was not happy, and now he is every day. You can hear the waves in the background because that is where he lives and every person's virtual background is his real life!

Ranked as one of the TOP BUSINESS LEADERS to follow in 2020 by YAHOO FINANCE, featured in USA Today, and Fox News. Robert Syslo is a professional promotion and branding expert for over 17 years. Robert Syslo Jr has an extensive background in advertising, marketing, brand development, and show distribution. Founder of Syslo Ventures located in Miami FL. The purpose of his company Syslo Ventures is to increase promotion and awareness of any company, product, influencer, or service into the...

Will was raised by the streets of Philadelphia and ran with a rough crowd as a and coming from a child of a single-parent household. Without a father to rely on for guidance, Will began his life's journey by selling drugs and participating in gangs and violence in and around the community of South Philly. One day tragedy struck as Will and a group of friends were shot at by a rival gang. Acting with only pure instinct, Will shot back in self-defense and killed the person shooting at him....

Christopher Vester is an experienced Chief Operations Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry. Christopher is skilled in negotiation, management, customer service, account management, motivation, and sales. Additionally, is a strong business development professional with a Bachelor's degree focused in Business Administration and Management from North Carolina State University. In this episode, Jay and Chris get into culture, leadership, and everything in...

This episode teaches you about leadership and thinking about how you handle your book of business, if you need to change it and how you can change it to be successful. Troy Korsgaden is a highly sought-after insurance and financial services consultant. He is the principal of Korsgaden International which specializes in global marketing, distribution, agency building, and technology strategies for many of the world’s largest insurance carriers and financial services companies. As a...

Weldon Long is a successful entrepreneur, sales expert, and author of the NY Times Bestseller, The Power of Consistency - Prosperity Mindset Training for Sales and Business Professionals. He is one of the nation’s most powerful speakers and a driven motivator who teaches the Sales and Prosperity Mindset philosophies that catapulted him from desperation and poverty to a life of wealth and prosperity. At the age of 39, Weldon was living in a homeless shelter after having served 13 years in...

In this episode, Steve and Jay talk about the beauty of becoming your business. Steve is very passionate about his business and the business world. Steve is a Business Broker and M&A Specialist. His company provides expert service to clients, both buyers and sellers across multiple industries to achieve outstanding results in small to middle-market transactions. Steve's attention to detail and the ability to build and implement processes that are employed by all the elite brokers on his...

This episode with friend, Tom Bove, Founder and CEO of BBD Solutions was recorded in the very beginning of 2020 but somehow seems most fitting for life right now. A forward-thinking sales executive exceeding 20 years of experience, Tom’s reputation for the highest standards of professionalism and stellar customer service is recognized and valued across his broad client base. He is genuinely engaging, approachable, and charismatic establishing strong alliances throughout all organizational...

Greg Offner Jr. is the Chief Growth Officer of Global Performance Institute. From MBA to PhD - from Sales & Motivation to Diversity & Inclusion - Global Performance Institute has the experts to fit the needs and budget of your organization, association, or corporation. I speak on the following topics: * Pattern Disruption (Change) * Creativity I also have a unique keynote perfect for "big" anniversaries (5, 10, 20, 50, 100 years etc.) of organizations and corporations: * Corporate...

This episode is a must-listen-to episode where Jay really gets into the mind of Rick Arvielo, CEO and Co-Founder of New American Funding. In this episode, Jay and Rick talk about where Rick started and how running a full-time company as well as bartending is what gave him the grit as part of why he got where he is today. Rick leads from the front and lets the people he chooses do their thing for a reason– because they are exceptional about it. Rick knows what it means to give his...

In this episode, Jay and David have an interview about culture, values, behaviors, fundamentals and SO MUCH MORE! David breaks down how he works with his clients to build Culture-by-Design and every actionable step he takes to get there with them. David spent 27 years building his previous company where he learned so much about building a culture that matters without knowing it. He articulated it, wrote it down, and now teaches and speaks about how everyone can starting with the CEO of an...

This episode is ACTION-PACKED!! Steven Lloyd is a real estate investor engaged in the strategic acquisition and development of residential properties located in the United States. As founder and managing partner of Stone Bay Holdings (SBH), Steve is responsible for sourcing investment opportunities, investor relations, and specifically securing capital from private sources. Steve understands wealth and most importantly, passive income and MANAGING money. This episode is informative. This...

Ginger is a seasoned education and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience helping companies develop and implement training and marketing programs, technologies, and best practices. Ginger has deep experience working with banking and compliance organizations with a focus on training development and delivery, strategic planning, business development & partnership management with an emphasis on combining training programs with sales and marketing programs to sell through...

Jay and Vick recorded this podcast in March of 2020 and much of its value still stands true today. Vick Tipnes started Blackstone in 2012 from his Kitchen; his purpose was to provide better Quality, Access and Costs for Patients, Providers and Insurance Companies. Vick endured through many struggles along the way, from losing funding and almost everything else you can imagine. At one point in 2013, Vick was three days away from being completely bankrupt. Since then, Blackstone has grown...

Taylor Brana and Jay recorded this episode in the beginning of 2020 and by listening in you are certainly in for a treat! Taylor Brana is a Resident Physician in the field of Psychiatry and since starting his medical career he has taken a deep interest in aiding in the processes of medicine, healthcare, and education. Taylor started a podcast called The Happy Doc which has allowed him to take a deep dive into learning what makes physicians fulfilled and how they can build success and joy...

In this episode Jay and John sit down virtually to discuss so many valuable things for businesses today. John discusses how he authored his book, Leaving Six Figures, which is now available on Amazon as a Best Seller. John also discusses his time with the Police Squad and what culture means to him in every facet of his life and career move he makes. Tune in and listen, you will not be disappointed!!

Jay and Jonathan sat down virtually on March 13th for their interview that is filled with insane business leadership value. Jonathan is the Senior Vice President of Hancock Mortgage partners and has been integral in what his company has strived for and continues to strive for. This is a must listen to episode and follow Jonathan on all mediums immediately!