This episode features financial advisor and philanthropist Scott Ferguson, owner of Financial Concepts in Columbus, Mississippi. Scott shares the challenges and opportunities of working for, taking over, and growing a family business. Ferguson also shares the "Why" behind his career, including the success of The Rowdy Foundation, a regional charity that aims to support families with autistic and special needs children, started by him and his wife, Whitney, after their middle child was diagnosed as being on the spectrum. Colin and Scott touch on several points of business and personal growth, family life, and the recent $15 billion growth of the Golden Triangle Industrial Park, and about speaking loudly about the positive attributes of both Columbus and Starkville, Mississippi.

Our podcast guest today is local entrepreneur Russell Poole, owner of Plus Remodels in Columbus, Mississippi. In the episode, Russell shares his path to ownership in the construction business, which includes experience in house painting, restaurants, and several years as an oil and gas landman (just like Billy Bob Thorton in the TV Show). Poole shares some of the challenges of being a business owner, as well as his journey to sobriety and the effect it has had on his life. Plus Remodels does premium remodels and water remediation and operates in Columbus and Starkville, Mississippi.

Host Colin Krieger is a top Realtor and home restoration specialist in the Golden Triangle region of Mississippi and is a community leader who focuses on fundraising endeavors that support those in need.