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Decision Points
True North Advisors
83 episodes
3 weeks ago
For Will Coleman, frustration with ride-hailing turned into a vision for something better. As co-founder and CEO of Alto, he set out to create a new kind of mobility company—one built on consistency, safety, and hospitality. In this episode of Decision Points, Will shares how a decade at McKinsey prepared him for the leap into entrepreneurship, and how a dinner-table conversation with his wife sparked the idea for Alto. Launched in 2018, Alto took a radically different path than its competito...
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For Will Coleman, frustration with ride-hailing turned into a vision for something better. As co-founder and CEO of Alto, he set out to create a new kind of mobility company—one built on consistency, safety, and hospitality. In this episode of Decision Points, Will shares how a decade at McKinsey prepared him for the leap into entrepreneurship, and how a dinner-table conversation with his wife sparked the idea for Alto. Launched in 2018, Alto took a radically different path than its competito...
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Decision Points
Decision Points E83 – Reimagining Rideshare: Will Coleman and the Creation of Alto
For Will Coleman, frustration with ride-hailing turned into a vision for something better. As co-founder and CEO of Alto, he set out to create a new kind of mobility company—one built on consistency, safety, and hospitality. In this episode of Decision Points, Will shares how a decade at McKinsey prepared him for the leap into entrepreneurship, and how a dinner-table conversation with his wife sparked the idea for Alto. Launched in 2018, Alto took a radically different path than its competito...
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3 weeks ago
40 minutes

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Decision Points E82 – Charting a Path to Mental Health Leadership: Dr. Jessica Gomez and the Future of the Momentous Institute
For Dr. Jessica Gomez, leadership begins with empathy. From the south side of Chicago to the helm of one of Dallas’s most respected mental health organizations, her story is a testament to purpose, perseverance, and the power of community. In this episode of Decision Points, Scott Wood sits down with Dr. Jessica Gomez, Executive Director of the Momentous Institute, to explore her journey from aspiring physician to nationally recognized psychologist and nonprofit leader. Jessica shares how for...
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1 month ago
42 minutes

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Decision Points E81 – From Law to Investment: Resilience, Purpose, and Perspective with Jim Hime
Few careers capture as much range—and reflection—as Jim Hime’s. From federal tax law to real estate finance, from tech entrepreneurship to surviving 9/11, his story is one of adaptability, perspective, and enduring gratitude. In this episode of Decision Points, host Scott Wood sits down with Jim Hime, Co-Founder and CFO of Accordant Investments, to explore the pivotal choices that defined his remarkable journey. Jim recounts his early years at Baker Botts practicing federal tax law, his trans...
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1 month ago
43 minutes

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Decision Points E80 – Building Camelback Equity Partners: Entrepreneurship, Partnership, and Legacy with Jeff Thompson and Mike Trueman
Some partnerships are built on opportunity—others on shared vision. For Jeff Thompson and Mike Trueman, Camelback Equity Partners is the product of both. From their individual journeys through real estate and finance to the founding of their Phoenix-based firm, their story is one of collaboration, discipline, and purpose. In this episode of Decision Points, Scott Wood sits down with Jeff and Mike, co-founders of Camelback Equity Partners, to discuss the origins of their company and the dynami...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

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Decision Points E79 – Scaling with Integrity: Matt Rosen’s Entrepreneurial Journey
For Matt Rosen, entrepreneurship has always been about people first—clients, employees, and family. From an early dream of becoming a doctor to founding one of the fastest-growing consulting firms in the country, his story is one of reinvention, resilience, and vision. In this episode of Decision Points, host Scott Wood sits down with Matt Rosen, Founder and CEO of Allata, to unpack the key decision points that shaped his journey. Matt reflects on his formative years, his pivot from medicine ...
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2 months ago
56 minutes

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Decision Points E78 - Navigating the Fires of Finance: Character, Resilience, and Redemption with Brian Jones
For Brian Jones, the path through finance has been anything but predictable. From Baylor University to Bear Stearns, from Wall Street to the heart of Dallas, and eventually back to New York’s high-stakes hedge fund world, his story is one of perseverance, conviction, and transformation. In this episode of Decision Points, Scott Wood sits down with Brian Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of BankCap Partners, to explore the defining decisions that shaped his career and character. Brian opens up about h...
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2 months ago
54 minutes

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Decision Points E77 - Building Success and Resiliency with Jim Dahlgren
In the world of luxury goods, few stories are as compelling as Jim Dahlgren’s. From knocking on doors selling cookware to building Dahlgren Duck, a premier luxury distribution company, Jim’s journey is full of grit, vision, and lessons learned the hard way. Growing up in Springfield, Missouri, Jim’s childhood was shaped by his father, a World War II veteran who taught him about resilience, hard work, and the value of teamwork. These early lessons stuck with Jim, even as his career took an une...
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2 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

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Decision Points E76 – Turning Crisis Into Opportunity: A Journey Through the Great Recession
Richard Dix has built a career defined by curiosity, reinvention, and resilience. From launching a headwear company in college to leading a NASDAQ-traded business, navigating the Great Recession, and now reimagining housing with Winchester Carlisle Companies, his story is one of bold pivots and lasting impact. In this episode of Decision Points, Richard shares how a simple Baylor class project became Durags—an NFL-licensed company and Olympic sponsor—and how that early taste of entrepreneursh...
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2 months ago
58 minutes

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Decision Points E75 – From Mexico to Harvard: Entrepreneurship, Fear, and Growth with Fernando De Leon
Fernando De Leon’s life is proof that crossing borders—both literal and figurative—can shape a unique vision for business and leadership. From growing up in Mexico and commuting daily to school in the U.S., to attending Harvard on scholarship and starting his career at Goldman Sachs, Fernando’s path has been defined by contrasts, ambition, and resilience. In this episode of Decision Points, Fernando, founder and CEO of Leon Capital Group, shares how those early experiences gave him an edge as...
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3 months ago
54 minutes

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Decision Points E74 – Automating the Future: AI, Analytics, and Entrepreneurship with Eric Soden
Eric Soden believes technology should serve people—not the other way around. As Managing Partner of Capitalize Analytics, he’s spent more than a decade helping companies cut through inefficiency, automate processes, and use data as a true competitive edge. In this episode of Decision Points, Eric unpacks the journey that took him from Wisconsin to Dallas, from IBM to entrepreneurship, and from sales engineering to founding Capitalize Analytics. What began as a niche analytics shop serving oil...
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3 months ago
53 minutes

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Decision Points E24: Craig Stamm's Tactical Approach to Entrepreneurship and Cybersecurity
In this episode of "Decision Points," we're joined by Craig Stamm, CEO of Zystan, a leader in the cybersecurity industry. Craig takes us on a journey from his early days as a military history enthusiast to his initial steps in finance, and eventually, his rise as a successful entrepreneur. His story is a masterclass in perseverance, showcasing the strategic mindset and determination required to navigate the complex world of business and cybersecurity. Craig dives into the core decision ...
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3 months ago
1 hour

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Decision Points E73 – Whiskey with a Texas Soul: Building Still Austin with Chris Seals
Chris Seals didn’t set out to run a distillery—he set out to spend time with his dad. What began as a father-son exploration quickly turned into one of Texas’s boldest whiskey ventures. In this episode of Decision Points, Chris Seals, co-founder and CEO of Still Austin Whiskey Company, shares how curiosity, authenticity, and timing transformed a family idea into a fast-growing spirits brand. With a background in English, Economics, and a career as an economist, Chris never imagined his path w...
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3 months ago
55 minutes

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Decision Points E72 – Redefining Senior Care: Personalized Service and Family Values with Brian Levy
For Brian Levy, the path to elder care wasn’t linear. With a degree in psychology and a career that began in advertising, he eventually found his calling in a space that touches every family at some point: caring for seniors with dignity, trust, and compassion. In this episode of Decision Points, Brian shares how Cambridge Caregivers and Manchester Care Homes are rethinking senior care through a concierge-level, residential model that stands in stark contrast to traditional large-scale facili...
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3 months ago
28 minutes

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Decision Points E71 - The Future is Precious: Gold, Market Cycles, and Smart Strategy with Tarek Saab
For Tarek Saab, gold isn’t just a commodity - it’s a story of timing, innovation, and conviction. In this episode of Decision Points, Tarek Saab - President and Co-Founder of Texas Precious Metals - joins our hosts to share how he helped build one of the largest physical precious metals businesses in the world. From his early days at Texas Instruments to a televised firing on The Apprentice, Tarek’s path has been anything but conventional. He unpacks how a fascination with the nature of money...
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3 months ago
49 minutes

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Decision Points E70 - From Brownwood Roots to Boardroom Leadership: A Life of Purpose, Persistence, and Investment with John Harkey
John Harkey doesn’t just invest in businesses - he invests in people, purpose, and long-term impact. In this episode of Decision Points, John Harkey - entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for education - joins our hosts to share the pivotal moments that shaped his life and career. From humble beginnings in Brownwood, Texas, to navigating Stanford’s business and law programs, John’s journey is built on a foundation of hard work, humility, and relentless curiosity. John recounts his early entre...
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4 months ago
56 minutes

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Decision Points E69 - Reinventing Bus Travel with Vonlane: Luxury, Innovation, and the Road Ahead with Alex Danza
When most people think of buses, they don’t think luxury. Alex Danza set out to change that. In this episode of Decision Points, Alex Danza, founder and CEO of Vonlane, tells one of the most surprising success stories in transportation. Described as an “airline on the ground,” Vonlane has redefined regional travel by offering first-class bus service between major cities in Texas and the Southeast. Alex shares how a childhood hustle as a paperboy in New York shaped his work ethic and curiosity...
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4 months ago
59 minutes

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Decision Points E68 - From M&A Advisor to Entrepreneur: Building Trindero with Purpose with George Coultress
George Coultress spent years helping others navigate business transitions. Now he’s building his own. In this episode of Decision Points, George Coultress, co-founder of Trindero, unpacks what it really takes to move from M&A advisor to entrepreneur. What begins as a discussion about strategy and structure quickly becomes a deeper reflection on leadership, values, and the courage required to build something from the ground up. George walks through the early challenges of launching Trinder...
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4 months ago
49 minutes

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Decision Points E67 - Redefining the CPA Firm: People-First Leadership and Strategic Growth with Teryn Grater
Teryn Grater never set out to build just another accounting firm. As a CPA and partner at ATKG Advisors in San Antonio, she helped lead a cultural transformation that turned a team of seven into a thriving 170-person firm - by flipping the traditional CPA model on its head. In this episode of Decision Points, Teryn shares how a relentless focus on people, purpose, and preparedness redefined what success looks like in the accounting world. From her early days working at Dairy Queen to spearhea...
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5 months ago
50 minutes

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Decision Points E66 - Leadership Under Pressure: What a Fighter Pilot Can Teach Us About Business with Chris Kopacek
What does flying an F-16 have to do with navigating the chaos of real estate development? According to Chris Kopacek - everything. In this episode of Decision Points, Chris Kopacek, founder and principal of Lone Star Development Partners shares how the discipline, precision, and teamwork of a military pilot translate into leading a resilient, fast-moving business. From the cockpit to the boardroom, Chris reflects on his early training at the Air Force Academy and the high-pressure demands of ...
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7 months ago
49 minutes

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Decision Points E65 - Building Keller Williams, Empowering Agents, and Redefining Culture with Joe Williams
Joe Williams didn’t just help build one of the largest real estate franchises in the world - he helped build a movement rooted in empowerment, culture, and visionary thinking. In this episode of Decision Points, Joe unpacks the pivotal moments that shaped his journey from a challenging childhood to co-founding Keller Williams Realty, a global real estate powerhouse. He shares personal stories of strength and resilience, from losing his father at a young age to overcoming physical setbacks tha...
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7 months ago
59 minutes

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For Will Coleman, frustration with ride-hailing turned into a vision for something better. As co-founder and CEO of Alto, he set out to create a new kind of mobility company—one built on consistency, safety, and hospitality. In this episode of Decision Points, Will shares how a decade at McKinsey prepared him for the leap into entrepreneurship, and how a dinner-table conversation with his wife sparked the idea for Alto. Launched in 2018, Alto took a radically different path than its competito...