Year: 2025

Episode 85: Perseverance When The World Is Shifting… And Will Interest Rates Go Any Lower?

In this episode of the Emerge Dynamics podcast, hosts David Cusimano and Eric Wingerter discuss the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurship, especially in light of current economic trends and challenges. They explore recent data on CPI and Fed rates, emphasizing the need for business owners to adapt to changing circumstances. The conversation highlights personal stories…

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Episode 84: Ali Beck of HollaEx explains why main street business owners should start paying attention to the blockchain

In this episode of Emerge Dynamics, we welcome Ali Beck, a blockchain and Bitcoin expert. In previous episodes, we discussed the necessity of understanding Bitcoin and bringing in knowledgeable guests. Ali Beck, who co-founded HollaEx and did his master’s thesis on cryptography and Bitcoin security using elliptical curve cryptography, certainly qualifies. This episode promises to…

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Episode 83: Valuations Are Frothy. Will They Stay That Way? Why are 10-Year Treasure Rates Increasing? Is Now The Time To Sell Your Business?

David and Eric kick off 2025 by discussing the impact of current interest rates on business valuations. They delve into the recent trends, causes, and implications of ‘frothy’ valuations in the middle market, particularly focusing on how private equity investments are altering the market dynamics. The episode also explores the discrepancies in interest rates, the…

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