Episode 10 – Joe Steranka: From Michael Jordan to the PGA — Behind the Scenes of Sports Marketing



Palm Beach County’s Joe Steranka has seen and done it all as a sports marketer. Joe joins Cary to share his insights into the power of sports marketing, drawing from years of experience as the former CEO of the PGA of America and a communications strategist at ProServ. Joe also shares key career lessons he’s learned along the way, and words of wisdom for those following in his path. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • About Joe’s experience working with some of the biggest names in sports history
  • The impact Joe’s marketing strategies have had on the sports industry
  • About what it was like to work with Michael Jordan on Air Jordans
  • Words of advice for aspiring sports marketers
  • And more!

Listen now for an inside look at the big business of sports marketing!

Resources: Cary Stamp & Co. | Steranka Sports + Strategy


Episode 9: Martin Dytrych discusses Finding Business Paradise in Palm Beach County



As you grow wiser as a mature business person, your advice can help propel others towards success. 

Martin Dytrych, community leader and legendary Palm Beach County accountant and principal with Rehmann, joins Cary Stamp for a wide-ranging conversation about his career in the context of Palm Beach County’s growth. He provides advice about mentorship, thoughts for prospective business owners, and discusses instructive lessons learned.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Marty’s business journey in Palm Beach County
  • The people who impacted Marty’s life and success
  • Marty’s advice for prospective business owners
  • How Palm Beach County has evolved, through Marty’s eyes
  • And more!

Tune in now and learn tips for finding business success in Palm Beach County!

Resources: Cary Stamp & Co. | Rehmann


Episode 8: Richard Rendina discusses Real Estate for Healthcare



Have you ever wondered how your doctor secured the office they’re practicing out of?

If you’re in Jupiter Florida, chances are, Richard Rendina might have helped them find the perfect place.

Today, Cary Stamp joins Richard, chairman and CEO of Rendina Healthcare Real Estate, for a conversation on Palm Beach County’s healthcare real estate industry. Together, they discuss the real estate side of the medical industry and the ways Richard works with medical professionals and the community as a whole.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How Richard entered the real estate business
  • The evolution of healthcare real estate in Palm Beach County
  • Key business lessons Richard learned throughout the years
  • The importance of estate planning
  • And more!

Listen now to learn all about Richard and his work in Palm Beach County’s healthcare real estate industry!

Resources: Cary Stamp & Co. | Rendina Healthcare Real Estate


Episode 7: Donaldson Hearing discusses Behind the Evolution of the Palm Beach County Landscape



The evolution of a community doesn’t happen overnight. 

It takes years of hard work behind the scenes to make our communities into what they are today.

In this episode, Cary Stamp chats with one of the driving forces behind the evolving landscape of Palm Beach County, Donaldson Hearing. As the president of Cotleur & Hearing Landscape Architects, Donaldson has over 30 years of experience with landscape architecture in Palm Beach County. Today, Donaldson recounts how he began his business, some of the struggles he faced, and the obstacles he overcame along the way.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • What success looks like to Donaldson
  • Donaldson’s advice for future entrepreneurs
  • The importance of balancing family
  • And more!

Tune in now to explore how Palm Beach County became what it is today with Cary Stamp and Donaldson Hearing!

Resources:  Cary Stamp & Co. | Cotleur & Hearing Landscape Architectures | Great By Choice by Jim Collins


Episode 6: Dean Lavallee discusses The Business That Almost Wasn’t



Some of the best opportunities can arise from unlikely places. 

This is something that Park Avenue BBQ Grille CEO, Dean Lavallee, has experienced first-hand.

Today, Cary Stamp chats with Dean about his business experience and how he grew his restaurant chain in Palm Beach County. Dean shares insight into the restaurant business, revealing his surprising entrance into the industry and how he evolved his brand over the years.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Dean’s advice for other business owners
  • How Dean balances family with business
  • The importance of communicating with both employees and customers
  • And more!

Tune in now to discover important lessons for restaurateurs from the master of BBQ himself!

Cary Stamp & Co. | Park Avenue BBQ Grille | The One Minute Manager by Kenneth Blanchard


Episode 5: Mike Mitrione discusses The Evolution of Palm Beach County Through the Eyes of a Lawyer



Get ready for a leading attorney’s insights into the growth of the Palm Beach County and South Florida business community.

In this episode, Cary Stamp is joined by Mike Mitrione, chair of corporate practice at the powerhouse law firm, Gunster. Mike shares his story of growing up as a second-generation U.S. citizen, why he decided to pursue law, and his advice for aspiring lawyers. Mike also recounts his move to Palm Beach County, the extraordinary evolution of the region over the decades, and how the changes he witnessed have impacted the community.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why Mike moved to Palm Beach County
  • How he decided to pursue a career in law
  • Mike’s advice for future lawyers
  • About Mike’s early years in the U.S.
  • How Palm Beach County has changed over the past 40 years
  • Plus more!

Tune in now to hear how Palm Beach County has changed –– and Mike’s advice for future lawyers.

Cary Stamp and Co. | Gunster Law Firm


Episode 4: Dan Sheehan discusses Growing, Working, and Playing in Palm Beach



Everyone uses banks. But how do you know if banking is an industry you want to enter?

In this episode, Cary Stamp is joined by Dan Sheehan, the chairman and CEO of Professional Bank and Professional Holding Corporation. Dan discusses the many experiences he gained on his way to a successful career in professional banking. He shares his future goals and why he is an advocate of making banking personable.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • About the experiences Dan gained before entering the financial industry
  • His goals for the future of his business
  • Why Dan decided to create a bank that’s willing to hustle for its clients
  • His advice for future entrepreneurs
  • And more!

Tune in now to hear about Dan Sheehan’s journey into the banking industry!

Resources:  Cary Stamp & Co. | Professional Holding Corporation


Episode 3: John Carr discusses Thriving in Palm Beach County —



Think back to the last time a door-to-door salesman came to your door. Where did they start?

Today, Cary Stamp is joined by JRC Consulting Group President and Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce chairman, John Carr. As a successful sales professional, John recounts his entrance into the sales industry and shares valuable insight into the continuous evolution of his career.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How John first entered the sales industry
  • The people who have influenced John’s business journey
  • Key lessons John has learned throughout his business career
  • How the Chamber of Commerce impacts the community
  • And more!

Join Cary Stamp and John now to discover how John reached his business paradise in Palm Beach County!

Resources:  Cary Stamp & Co. | JRC Consulting Group


Episode 2: Ken Kennerly discusses What It Takes to Be Successful in Sports Management



Have you ever thought about what happens behind the scenes of sporting events? Is sports management an industry that interests you?

Ken Kennerly, the executive director of The Honda Classic and president and CEO of K2 Sports Ventures, shares his secrets to success in the sports marketing industry, what marketing moves go into creating famous sports events, and his best advice for anyone who is interested in a sports management career.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How Ken entered the sports management industry
  • How he started his own company
  • Advice for those who are interested in the sports management industry
  • Ken’s philosophy for building client trust
  • And more!

Join Cary Stamp and Ken Kennerly as they dive into the sports management industry and what happens behind the scenes of big sports events!

Cary Stamp and CoFrank@carystamp.com | What They Don’t Teach You In Harvard by Mark H. McCormackOne Up On Wall Street by Peter Lynch


Episode 1: Welcome to the Business in Paradise Podcast!



Cary Stamp & Co. is pleased to introduce the Business in Paradise Podcast! This series will bring you real-life stories about the people who do business in paradise — and how they made it to where they are today.

In this inaugural episode, meet your host, Cary Stamp. Cary helps you get to know him better by sharing stories about his journey in the financial services industry, along with his business philosophy and much more.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How Cary entered the financial services industry
  • How Cary evolved his business to where it is today
  • Who Cary is both in and out of the office
  • Cary’s philosophy about work and life
  • And more!

Join Cary Stamp now to learn more about him, Cary Stamp & Co., and what to expect from the Business in Paradise Podcast!

Cary Stamp & Co. | Liar’s Poker by Michael LewisThe E-Myth by Michael GerberFamily Wealth- Keeping it in the Family by James E. Hughes