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The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It or Quit It with Jack Wilson, Keenan Fisher, and Sonia Booker

January 30, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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In this episode, Melinda Emerson introduces the “Hit it and Quit It” panel discussion, where expert guests, Jack White, Keenan Fisher, and Sonia Booker, share quick insights and actionable advice for small business owners.

Jack Wilson is a Franchise Development Director with HomeWell Care​ Services. He has been involved in franchising since 2012. Jack also owns​ Rezultz Team, a franchise consulting firm affiliated with the Franchise​ Brokers Association. His expertise spans the areas of franchise and independent start-ups, mergers, acquisitions, business growth strategies, ​and business exit planning. Jack formerly owned and operated a franchise,​ Liquid Capital of Greater Philadelphia, a certified MBE company focused on accelerating cash flow for small and mid-market B2B businesses. For more​ information: https://www.rezultzteam.com

Keenan Fisher, Managing Partner of Tommy Gun’s – a Canadian-based barbershop and grooming salon known for its commitment to providing a unique and exceptional grooming experience. Keenan has revolutionized the modern barbershop experience while building a thriving franchise across Canada and beyond. Keenan’s business journey began at 12 when he helped in his family’s dog treat factory. Later, they founded Chatters Salon. That early exposure to business gave Keenan the foundation to carve his path in the barbershop industry. His vision led to the creation of Tommy Gun’s, a brand that merges traditional barbering with a modern touch. For more information: https://us.tommyguns.com

Sonia Booker is the CEO of 16th Street Equity Group, a company dedicated to re-imagining affordable housing. With over 20 years of experience, she has developed and managed over $200 million in single-family, condominium, multi-family, and commercial properties. Sonia’s expertise includes all aspects of construction, development, and building exit teams. Her hands-on approach to building is what makes Sonia’s talents stand out in the field. She has developed some of the most innovative strategies in the marketplace, including one of the most successful condo conversion projects in midtown Atlanta, selling 168 units in less than 18 months. For more information: https://soniabooker.com

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Podcasts Mentioned: 

  • SmallBizChat Podcast with Melinda Emerson
  • Franchise Secrets with Eric Van Horn
  • The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

Apps Mentioned: 

  • LinkedIn
  • Instagram
  • Facebook

Old School Marketing Tips: 

  • Be where your people are. Be visible, digitally or in person. Fish where the fish are.
  • Focus on where you can build connection.
  • Don’t forget your community. Build connections and be a part of it.

Books Mentioned: 

  • Buy Then Build: How Acquisition Entrepreneurs Outsmart the Startup Game by Walker Diebel
  • Scaling Up by Vern Harnish
  • Building Atlanta: How I Broke Through Segregation to Launch a Business Empire by Herman J Russell Sr

Connect with Jack Wilson:

Website: https://www.rezultzteam.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackwwilson
Twitter: https://twitter.com/franchisejww

Connect with Keenan Fisher:

Website: https://us.tommyguns.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keenan-fisher-0a5197281
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TommyGunsOriginalBarbershop
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tommygunsbarber
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tommygunsbarber

Connect with Sonia Booker:

Website: https://soniabooker.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsoniabooker
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soniabooker
Twitter: https://twitter.com/soniabooker
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soniabooker/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmWiP8ZyOl4_dCTectnzKLQ

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