The Bellwether, November 1, 2024

About the Authors Barry LaBov

Barry LaBov, is a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, a nationally recognized, respected author, podcast guest, and brand strategist. He is the Founder and CEO of LABOV Marketing, Communications, and Training—a full-service agency that specializes in helping clients discover and celebrate their brand differentiation. LABOV’s clients include national and international brands in automotive, recreational products, premium spirits, motorcycles, PE firms, and more. He has an upcoming book entitled, “The Power of Differentiation, Win Hearts, Minds and Market Share.”

Mark Hayes Mark Hayes is the founder and president of Bridge South Investments, LLC. This Nashville-based private lender and angel investor specializes in short-term bridge loans and private equity for residential and commercial real estate. It also invests in entrepreneurial industries such as technology, artificial intelligence, healthcare, sports and recreation, and entertainment. Over his twenty-year career, he has built or renovated over 100 homes and managed up to 40 rental units in-house. Mark received his Bachelor of Engineering from Vanderbilt University. He is a member of the American Association of Private Lenders (AAPL) and Real Estate Investors of Nashville (REIN). He is an active philanthropist with his time and his finances. Mark lives in Franklin, Tennessee with his lovely wife, Dawn, and their four children, Hank, Ike, Roy, and Margo.

Stan Zimmerman Stan Zimmerman is a multi-talented writer, producer, and director in TV, film, and theater. Nominated for two WGA Awards, he's renowned for his work on iconic shows like The Golden Girls, Roseanne, and Gilmore Girls. Zimmerman has also created original plays and directed numerous productions, showcasing his versatility across mediums.His Broadway experience includes performing with Nureyev & the Joffrey Ballet, and he's toured with his suicide awareness play, "right before I go." Zimmerman has hosted a Bravo reality show and made appearances on CNN, further demonstrating his range in the entertainment industry.Recently, Zimmerman directed Colin Mochrie in "Hyprov" at the Daryl Roth Theatre and saw his play "Silver Foxes" premiere in Dallas. Three of his works - "Yes, Virginia," "Silver Foxes," and "right before I go" - are now published and licensed by TRW Plays, cementing his legacy in American theater.

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