In this new episode of "Taking Flight", Sarah chats with William Fogler, Founder and Principal of WM Events, a full-service event house known for its creative and logistical prowess. Since launching WM Events in 2004, William has transformed it into an award-winning company with a reputation for sky-high standards and unforgettable experiences.

Originally from Denver, William chose Atlanta for his entrepreneurial adventure and built his business around a belief in doing everything with intention. Now leading a team of 30 full-time professionals, he has made his mark on the city’s event landscape while demonstrating a deep commitment to philanthropy and service. A longtime member of EO Atlanta, William also brings over 20 years of entrepreneurial insight—and his signature energy and smile—to every room he enters.

Tune in as Sarah and William dive into his journey from startup to standout, his move to Atlanta, the power of community and connection, and the lasting impact EO Atlanta has had on both his personal and professional life.

Join us in today’s episode as we chat with the magical, Scarlett Rosier, Co-founder and Director of Operations of Rhyme & Reason Design, an award-winning boutique advertising and design firm. Beyond her remarkable professional achievements over the last 16 years, Scarlett is also a proud horse owner of Theo, aka Priceless. In this lively conversation, Scarlett and Sarah dive into her entrepreneurial journey, the vital role of her co-pilot, her passion for developing culture and talent, and her pride in being a woman entrepreneur who empowers other women to take the leap into entrepreneurship. You won't run out of fuel on this one. Get ready for an inspiring, high-energy episode of Taking Flight!

Today, Sarah talks with Marlon Grigsby, Founder & CEO of Sentry IT. Marlon is on a mission to help CIO's secure & modernize their IT operations. In this episode, he tells us more about his background and his expertise in IT, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. We also touch on his passion for entrepreneurship and coaching that has led him to make such a big impact on EO Atlanta. Marlon's energy is electric and he gives us tons of gems on leadership, team building and integrating technology into our businesses.

In the first episode of 2025, Sarah Tourville is joined by Ken Paskins, CEO and Founder of GCE Consulting, a company at the forefront of business transformation, working with clients in over 10 countries. Ken shares his insights on the importance of building the right team to maximize value for both your business and clients. He reflects on his parents' entrepreneurial journey, the lessons it taught him, and how it shaped his approach to business. Ken also discusses his experience as a relatively new member of EO Atlanta, offering a unique perspective on the chapter and the value he's already gained in less than a year. Join us in welcoming Ken, and be sure to follow him on social media and connect with him on LinkedIn!

In this week's episode, we take flight with Kara Smith Brown, Founder & CRO of Lead Coverage and now an Amazon Best-Selling Author. A trailblazer in the B2B growth space, Kara is the driving force behind LeadCoverage, the only Go-to-Market agency dedicated to the supply chain and the largest consultancy in analyst relations, public relations, revenue operations, and lead generation. With a wealth of entrepreneurial experience and an infectious energy, Kara has risen to the top of her field. In this conversation, Sarah talks to Kara about her journey into entrepreneurship, what fuels her drive, and how she navigates the challenges of being a female entrepreneur while empowering other women along the way. Kara shares invaluable insights on operations, hiring, marketing, and much more—this is an episode packed with actionable advice that you won't want to miss!

In this week's episode, host Sarah Tourville sits down with entrepreneur Scott Mackenzie. Scott has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry and is founder of Private Family Wealth Advisors here in Atlanta. Scott has been a passionate member of EO Atlanta since 2022 and brings a wealth of experience as a MBA, CFP and CIMA. Scott talks about his first flight into entrepreneurship, adapting his business to new technologies and industry changes, as well as his passion for fly fishing. Scott offers a vulnerable perspective on his journey, both personally and professionally, with stories we think all entrepreneurs can relate to.

In our new episode of the EO Atlanta Taking Flight podcast, Sarah Tourville is joined by Flix CEO & Founder, Daniel Krauss. Daniel was recently a speaker at EO Nerve 2024 and has been on his mission of green mobility for almost 14 years. Daniel shares some of his business philosophies and how he got started on his entrepreneurial journey. One of which being that as an entrepreneur you have to go "ALL IN" on your dream so you can truly take flight.

Listen to this episode to gain tools you can use in your own business. Especially in regards to scaling a business while staying committed to your mission and core values.

We are BACK with another season of Taking Flight the EO Atlanta Podcast!

We couldn't have asked for a better guest to lift off our season than entrepreneur and commercial pilot, Robin Sokoloff. We had to get Robin for our first episode as she "takes flight" on a daily basis teaching other entrepreneurs how to fly. Today, she teaches us how to take flight in our own businesses.

Not only is she FAA certified, she has many accolades to her name. Robin has been a Founder & CEO for more than 7 years and she is currently working on her company, SSRS Group serving mid-sized clients in the technology, aviation, real estate, and petconomy markets. Robin Sokoloff is one of only 3% of female business owners world-wide, to surpass $1M annual revenue and is a part of the active effort to increase this % for women.

Listen to our first episode of this season to learn more about Robin's first flight into business, her love of theater & the arts, and how she got into aviation.

This episode is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and everywhere else you get your podcasts.

Remember to subscribe and leave a review as we lift off for this brand new season!