The TMG Fireside Chat Podcast

TMG Fireside Chat, Ep 16.2 with Dave Brown, Part 2

Episode 16.2: John Mackey continues his engaging conversation with Dave Brown of Nuvo Solutions. In this segment, they delve into various topics beyond sales:
- They discuss the important figures who shaped Dave's personal and professional journey.- They bond over their shared passion for live music and reminisce about an unforgettable weekend Dave and his wife, Emily, spent with John and his wife, Carrie, at the Bourbon & Beyond Music Festival in Louisville, KY, in September 2023.- The conversation wraps up with a heartfelt tribute to Dave's father, accompanied by a touching anecdote about a meaningful gift Dave gave him a few years ago. John expresses his admiration for Dave, emphasizing that he's proud to consider him a friend.
To reach Dave, contact him at dave@nuvosolutions.com or on his mobile at 919.438.8555.
To contact John, use john@mackeygroupllc.com or call his mobile at 251.270.8901.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We trust you found it insightful and enjoyable!

TMG Fireside Chat - Ep 16.1 Dave Brown, President of Nuvo Solutions

Episode 16.1: John Mackey chats with Dave Brown, President of Nuvo Solutions and a close friend.
During this insightful exchange, Dave and John delve into Dave's impactful sales philosophy and his extensive experience in managing and leading sales teams throughout his career. They also explore the influential individuals who have significantly impacted Dave's sales journey and shaped his career.
If you wish to get in touch with Dave, he can be reached at dave@nuvosolutions.com or on his mobile at 919.438.8555.
For contacting John, he can be reached at john@mackeygroupllc.com or on his mobile at 251.270.8901.
Thank you for joining us for this episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We hope you find it valuable!

TMG Fireside Chat with Todd Stevens, Operations Manager at IFP

🔥 Welcome back to Episode 15.2 of the TMG Fireside Chat! 🔥
Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with John as he introduces you to a new approach – the Walk & Talk Series! Picture this: John, amidst the vibrant atmosphere of The Wigwam Golf Course and the Fire Suppression Systems Association (FSSA) Annual Forum in Phoenix, AZ, February 2024, engages in captivating conversations with a few of the titans in the fire protection industry.
🎙️ In this series, John dives deep into the heart of the special hazards industry, unraveling insights from industry loyalists representing respected companies. From their reciprocal relationship with the FSSA to their unique perspectives on the fire protection market, every word exchanged crackles with wisdom and innovation.
🔊 Brace yourself as John’s dynamic discussions unfold with:
The triumphant return of a beloved guest, Todd Stevens, Operations Manager at Industrial Fire Protection (IFP), whose expertise blazes trails of excellence. 📧 tstevens@sevoifp.com | Website: Industrial Fire Protection
🚀 Hold onto your seats as we launch into this riveting series! Trust us, you won’t want to miss a single moment. So, buckle up and prepare for an exhilarating ride!
🔥 Thank you for joining us on this thrilling episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We had an absolute blast recording this series, and we’re confident you’ll be on the edge of your seat throughout!
For more scintillating insights and updates, visit us at Mackey Group LLC. And for direct inquiries or to fan the flames of discussion with John Mackey himself, drop an email at john@mackeygroupllc.com. Let’s keep the fire burning! 🔥

TMG Fireside Chat with Cliff Hartford, BDM with Victaulic

🔥 Welcome back to Episode 15.2 of the TMG Fireside Chat! 🔥
Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with John as he introduces you to a new approach – the Walk & Talk Series! Picture this: John, amidst the vibrant atmosphere of The Wigwam Golf Course and the Fire Suppression Systems Association (FSSA) Annual Forum in Phoenix, AZ, February 2024, engages in captivating conversations with a few of the titans in the fire protection industry.
🎙️ In this series, John dives deep into the heart of the special hazards industry, unraveling insights from industry loyalists representing respected companies. From their reciprocal relationship with the FSSA to their unique perspectives on the fire protection market, every word exchanged crackles with wisdom and innovation.
🔊 Brace yourself as John’s dynamic discussions unfold with:
Cliff Hartford, the trailblazing Business Development Manager at Victaulic, igniting possibilities with every word. 📧 Clifton.hartford@victaulic.com | Website: Victaulic Fire Protection Products
🚀 Hold onto your seats as we launch into this riveting series! Trust us, you won’t want to miss a single moment. So, buckle up and prepare for an exhilarating ride!
🔥 Thank you for joining us on this thrilling episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We had an absolute blast recording this series, and we’re confident you’ll be on the edge of your seat throughout!
For more scintillating insights and updates, visit us at Mackey Group LLC. And for direct inquiries or to fan the flames of discussion with John Mackey himself, drop an email at john@mackeygroupllc.com. Let’s keep the fire burning! 🔥

TMG Fireside Chat with Scott Sherman, COO at TJ Nowak Supply

🔥 Welcome back to Episode 15.3 of the TMG Fireside Chat! 🔥
Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with John as he introduces you to a new approach – the Walk & Talk Series! Picture this: John, amidst the vibrant atmosphere of The Wigwam Golf Course and the Fire Suppression Systems Association (FSSA) Annual Forum in Phoenix, AZ, February 2024, engages in captivating conversations with a few of the titans in the fire protection industry.
🎙️ In this series, John dives deep into the heart of the special hazards industry, unraveling insights from industry loyalists representing respected companies. From their reciprocal relationship with the FSSA to their unique perspectives on the fire protection market, every word exchanged crackles with wisdom and innovation.
🔊 Brace yourself as John’s dynamic discussions unfold with:
Scott Sherman, the indomitable Chief Operating Officer at TJ Nowak Supply Company, supplying insights that fuel the industry’s advancement. 📧 ssherman@tjnowak.com | Website: TJ Nowak Supply Company
🚀 Hold onto your seats as we launch into this riveting series! Trust us, you won’t want to miss a single moment. So, buckle up and prepare for an exhilarating ride!
🔥 Thank you for joining us on this thrilling episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We had an absolute blast recording this series, and we’re confident you’ll be on the edge of your seat throughout!
For more scintillating insights and updates, visit us at Mackey Group LLC. And for direct inquiries or to fan the flames of discussion with John Mackey himself, drop an email at john@mackeygroupllc.com. Let’s keep the fire burning! 🔥

TMG Fireside Chat with Luis Gonzalez, President Standard Fluids

🔥 Welcome back to Episode 15.2 of the TMG Fireside Chat! 🔥
Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with John as he introduces you to a new approach – the Walk & Talk Series! Picture this: John, amidst the vibrant atmosphere of The Wigwam Golf Course and the Fire Suppression Systems Association (FSSA) Annual Forum in Phoenix, AZ, February 2024, engages in captivating conversations with a few of the titans in the fire protection industry.
🎙️ In this series, John dives deep into the heart of the special hazards industry, unraveling insights from industry loyalists representing respected companies. From their reciprocal relationship with the FSSA to their unique perspectives on the fire protection market, every word exchanged crackles with wisdom and innovation.
🔊 Brace yourself as John's dynamic discussions unfold with:
Luis Gonzalez, The Standard Fluids Corporation's visionary President, poured out wisdom like liquid gold. 📧 lfgonzalez@standardfluids.com | Website: Standard Fluids Corporation
🚀 Hold onto your seats as we launch into this riveting series! Trust us, you won't want to miss a single moment. So, buckle up and prepare for an exhilarating ride!
🔥 Thank you for joining us on this thrilling episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We had an absolute blast recording this series, and we're confident you'll be on the edge of your seat throughout!
For more scintillating insights and updates, visit us at Mackey Group LLC for direct inquiries or to fan the flames of discussion with John Mackey—email john@mackeygroupllc.com. Let's keep the fire burning! 🔥

TMG Fireside Chat with Wills Moore, Preparing for NAFED 2024 and "The ROI of Company Culture"

John chats with Wills Moore with Agilitas Human Capital Consulting as he prepares for the NAFED (National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors) Conference circuit. Wills will be speaking on "The ROI Of Company Culture: How Investing in Company Culture Fuels Growth & Profitability."
Make sure you like and subscribe to this channel. We plan to drop video blogs at least 1x a month.
For more info on Wills More and Agilitas Human Capital Consulting, you can find him here - https://agilitashcc.com/ or wills@agilitashcc.com.
For more info on John Mackey and The Mackey Group, you can find that here - mackeygroupllc.com or john@mackeygroupllc.com.

TMG Fireside Chat with John Demeter, 2023 Year in Review, Part 2

Episode 13 – Part 2, John chats with John Demeter, President of Wesco HMB and friend of the Fireside Chat. As we’ve seen in earlier episodes with John and John, they are very passionate about the fire protection industry and can continue their conversation for hours. In this chat, we have broken this most recent conversation into two parts. Part Two will be released the week of February 19th, 2024.
During this chat, John and John share their perspectives on 2023, a Year in Review – how the industry is performing, where and how its growing, and continue their discussion on the consolidation activity across the FLS contractor space as well as recent M&A activity in the OEM arena and KKR acquiring Potter Signal.
Thank you for joining us on this Episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We hope you enjoy it… 
For more information on Wesco HMB, you can find them at ushalonbank.com. To reach John Demeter directly, please email at jdemeter@ushalonbank.com
For more information on The Mackey Group, you can find us at mackeygroupllc.com. To contact John Mackey directly, please email at john@mackeygroupllc.com

TMG Fireside Chat with John Demeter 2023 Year in Review, Part 1

Episode 13 – Part 1, John chats with John Demeter, President of Wesco HMB and friend of the Fireside Chat. As we’ve seen in earlier episodes with John and John, they are very passionate about the fire protection industry and can continue their conversation for hours. In this chat, we have broken this most recent conversation into two parts. Part Two will be released the week of February 19th, 2024.
During this chat, John and John share their perspectives on 2023, a Year in Review – how the industry is performing, where and how its growing, and continue their discussion on the consolidation activity across the FLS contractor space as well as recent M&A activity in the OEM arena and KKR acquiring Potter Signal.
Thank you for joining us on this Episode of the TMG Fireside Chat. We hope you enjoy it… 
For more information on Wesco HMB, you can find them at ushalonbank.com. To reach John Demeter directly, please email at jdemeter@ushalonbank.com
For more information on The Mackey Group, you can find us at mackeygroupllc.com. To contact John Mackey directly, please email at john@mackeygroupllc.com

TMG Fireside Chat with Todd Stevens and the Next Generation of Leaders in Fire Protection

We are re-releasing the first episodes of The Fireside Chat in audio0only to catch up with our releases on The Mackey Group YouTube Channel. In our third episode of the TMG Fireside Chat, John Mackey sits down with Todd Stevens with Industrial Fire Protection, and they talk about key takeaways from a panel discussion Todd facilitated with a diverse group of young leaders in Fire Protection while we were at the FSSA Annual Forum earlier this year (2023).
Make sure you like and subscribe to this channel. We plan to drop video blogs at least 1x a month.
For more info on Todd Stevens, you can reach him at tstevens@sevoifp.com
For more info on John Mackey and The Mackey Group, you can find that at mackeygroupllc.com or john@mackeygroupllc.com .