BUSINESS PROS

Your Guides for WINNING AT BUSINESS!

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BUSINESS PROS

Your Guides for WINNING AT BUSINESS!

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BUSINESS PROS MEMBERS BRING HIGH QUALITY PROFESSIONAL ADVICE AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE  TO BUSINESS OWNERS AND EXECUTIVES. 

MISSION

We are committed to being a contribution to the growth of small and medium-sized businesses and bringing owners one step closer to success with every interaction.

In short, EVERYONE WINS!

CORE VALUES

The Foundational Characteristics We Stand Upon…

integrity

INTEGRITY

Being whole and complete with one’s commitments, on time.

We honor what we say, what we know to do, what is expected, and what we say we stand for.

GENEROSITY

Being ready to give more of ourselves than is expected.

Our ‘give first’ mindset embodies a willingness to give something of value without any expectations in return. As servant leaders, we focus on the growth and well-being of other people and the communities to which we belong.

OBJECTIVITY

Being intellectually honest and impartial in our assessments.

We subordinate our own personal feelings, beliefs, biases, and opinions when making decisions and taking action.

DILIGENCE

Being determined and executing of our responsibilities with care and perseverance.

Our strong work ethic drives efficient and effective performance.

PROFESSIONALISM

Being dignified & courteous in all interpersonal interactions.

We show respect for the people around us, and consider the emotions and needs of others, no matter what their role or situation.

EXCELLENCE

Being masterful and possessing the expertise necessary to deliver high performance.

We are subject matter experts with a commitment to continuous improvement and lifelong learning.

Founder

Jeff Sandene, CFP®

President
Sandene Strategies, LLC

Financial services for executives and business owners include: comprehensive retirement and business transition planning, investment advice, and wealth management consulting.

I invest my knowledge into my clients’ financial future.

Phone: (972) 789-1201
Email: Jeff.Sandene@LPL.com
Website: SandeneStrategies.com
Profile: LinkedIn

Advisory Board Members

The seven leaders comprising the BUSINESS PROS Advisory Board are talented and experienced professionals whose involvement has been instrumental in our group’s success.  These servant leaders exemplify our Core Values and shine a bright light on the path forward to building collaborative relationships and helping business owners WIN!

Kent Barner

Principal
CIO Suite

IT Consultant/ Fractional CIO

CIO Suite excels at taking the burden of managing Information Technology off the shoulders of Business Owners and C-Level Executives so they can spend more time growing their business.

Phone: (214) 952-3190
Email: KentBarner@CIOSuite.com
Website: www.CIOSuite.com
Profile: LinkedIn

Michael Battaglia

Founder
InsureYouToo, LLC

Small Business Health Insurance

Employee Benefits for your company’s benefit. InsureYouToo is an independent agency serving companies with 1 to 100 employees.

Phone: (972) 832-4840
Email: Michael@InsureYouToo.com
Website: www.InsureYouToo.com
Profile: LinkedIn

Craig Beck

Owner
Beyond CFO

Fractional CFO

Craig helps owners of middle-market companies achieve higher levels of success by removing barriers that hinder the achievement of their future vision of the company.

Phone: (630) 240-1383
Email: CraigBeck@Beyond-CFO.com
Website: www.Beyond-CFO.com
Profile: LinkedIn

Russell Duckworth

Vice President
American Bank, N.A.

Accounts Receivable Financing

American Bank Business Finance creates high-velocity B2B cash flow systems using A/R factoring. A former COO with extensive board/chairman experience, Russell is a business developer, mentor, elected official, beekeeper, and prodigious networker.

Phone: (214) 801-0627
Email: rduckworth@abdallas.bank
Website: https://abdallas.bank
Profile: LinkedIn

Debbie Mrazek

President
The Sales Company

Sales Leadership Consultant/ Fractional Chief Revenue Officer

Debbie absolutely loves empowering people to sell and achieve more.  Clients: entrepreneurs, private companies, foreign governments, Fortune 500. She’s an author, highly sought-after motivational speaker, in-demand sales consultant.

Phone: (214) 676-8486
Email: SalesDeb@AOL.com
Website: www.the-sales-company.com
Profile: LinkedIn

Kenda-Le Pernin

Global Program Leader
Mark Kamin & Associates

Leadership & Executive Training

Kenda-Le Pernin brings rigor to her client engagements and has a track record of supporting clients in producing cultures that have teams and individuals perform at their highest level.

Phone: (214) 282-7905
Email: k.pernin@mka-world.com
Website: www.mka-world.com
Profile: LinkedIn

Lindsay Polyak

Principal
Tax Credit Collective

Tax Credits and Incentives

Many companies are missing out on tax credits they could claim for the work they already do. We partner with you and your CPA to capture these tax incentives for you.

Phone: (817) 980-1134
Email: lindsay@taxcreditcollective.com
Website: www.TaxCreditCollective.com
Profile: LinkedIn

Our Members

In addition to embodying our core principles, each of our members brings unique experiences and insights to the group. Our members span a diverse array of industries and disciplines, including technology, manufacturing, sales, marketing, finance, human resources, legal, management consulting, mergers & acquisitions, and more.

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Winning at Business Webinar Series

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Critical Assessment: Could Your Business Get Shut Down by a Cyber-Attack?

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

11:30 AM – 12:45 PM

Our expert panel will discuss how owners can set themselves up for WINNING AT BUSINESS by not losing to cyber criminals.

BUSINESS PROS Contributors:
Tom Allen – Elemental Cyber Security
Kent Barner – CIO Suite
Jaime Rodriguez – CMIT Solutions
John Allen – Community Insurance Advisors

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Member Blogs

BUSINESS PROS Members are experienced, subject matter experts, educating executives and business owners on a vast array of topics. Media utilized include blogs, webinars, podcasts, and newsletters.

Increase your business knowledge by visiting our Members’ websites.

In the space below, we’re featuring the three most recent blog posts from our Members. Enjoy!

Maximize Value in Finance

I so enjoyed recording our podcast this week with Susan Bryant. She’s one of those CPAs that just “gets it” when it comes to working with her clients. I thought I’d expand on our discussion about things you can do in finance and accounting to maximize business value, so here are excerpts from my upcoming new book, and some practical advice you can use right now.

Read More of Mastery Partners’ Article

Sourcing in Mexico vs. China: Differences as Vast as the Ocean between Them

Practical differences in the law and its application pose potentially serious consequences for businesses sourcing in China. From intellectual property protection, ownership of equipment and tooling, and the blurry line between civil and criminal corporate behavior, advanced preparation is key.

Read More of Shoreview Advisors’ Article

PSY 302: Communicating with Non-Strangers

Communication is not always easy. Whether it’s friends, family or colleagues, the ways that we handle the more, shall we say, delicate situations define our relationships and can have ramifications, particularly when it comes to business. Here are the lessons I recently learned on how to approach disagreements with non-strangers.

Read More of Fuse associates’ Article

Being a Member

Members of BUSINESS PROS are committed to being a contribution to each other’s success by actively engaging, supporting business development efforts, collaborating on projects, and sharing best practices.


Find out more about BUSINESS PROS and how we can help YOU “Win at Business!”