In this inspiring episode of Uncorked: Wine-Business-Life, hosts Bill Green and Jerrold Colton welcome Walter Bond, a former NBA player turned motivational speaker. Walter’s journey from the inner city of Chicago to playing in the NBA is a story of determination, resilience, and relentless pursuit of greatness.

Walter shares his unique path, from going undrafted to becoming the first rookie free agent to start on opening night for the Dallas Mavericks. He talks about guarding Michael Jordan, playing overseas, and eventually finding his true passion as a motivational speaker. Discover how Walter transformed his setbacks into comebacks and why his father’s guidance played a crucial role in shaping his success.

Plus, enjoy a taste of Saddlehill’s 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon as Bill, Jerrold, and Walter share stories about wine, leadership, and life after professional sports. Cheers to achieving dreams and never giving up!

In this powerful episode of Uncorked, we sit down with Stan Middleman, the visionary Found and CEO behind Freedom Mortgage, to talk about his incredible journey building one of the largest mortgage lenders in the world. Stan opens up about his business philosophy, the keys to scaling a company during turbulent markets, and what’s next for the housing industry.

We also dive into his predictions for the real estate market, his take on interest rates and inflation, and how Freedom Mortgage is preparing for the future. But that’s not all — Stan shares the fascinating story behind his investment in the Philadelphia Phillies and what it means to be part of an iconic MLB franchise.

If you're an entrepreneur, real estate investor, or just someone who loves an inspiring success story, this episode is packed with value you won't want to miss.

Also, be sure to purchase Stan Middleman's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Seeing-Around-Corners-Achieving-Business/dp/B0D5PTSJVC

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Welcome back to Uncorked: Wine - Business - Life! 🍷✨ In this episode, we sit down with Jeffrey K. Harrow, a visionary businessman, investor, and philanthropist whose career has shaped multiple industries, from experiential marketing to travel management to finance.

As the former Chairman of Sparks Marketing LLC, Jeff led one of the world’s top experiential marketing agencies, working with global Fortune 100 brands like Google, Microsoft, Verizon, and Facebook. Under his leadership, Sparks expanded internationally and completed three strategic acquisitions during the COVID-19 pandemic, growing to over 700 employees.

Before Sparks, Jeff was President & CEO of Travel One, where he transformed the company into the 6th largest travel management firm in the U.S., growing revenues from $8 million to nearly $1 billion before selling to American Express.

Beyond his business success, Jeff is a Director of FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE: FSK), overseeing a firm managing $19 billion in assets, and an early-stage investor through Gabriel Investments. His passion for philanthropy is just as strong as his business acumen—he actively supports organizations like the Police Athletic League, Abramson Cancer Center, and University of Pennsylvania.

Join us as we uncork Jeff’s journey—his business insights, family values, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or just looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with wisdom you won’t want to miss!

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00:00 Welcome to Uncorked at Saddlehill

00:30 Introducing Bill Green & Jerrold

01:23 The Story Behind Saddlehill Winery

02:40 The History of New Jersey Wine

04:44 Bill Green’s book “All In”

06:44 Creating Saddlehill

07:38 What makes a good place to make wine?

09:42 Wine Tasting

12:30 What’s ahead for Uncorked?

13:30 Business and Life go hand in hand

16:02 Wine Tasting Results

22:13 Family and Business

23:58 Taking Risks

26:56 Bill tells story on building his first business and exiting

32:30 Don’t fear rejection.. Get used to it

34:00 Everyone has failures its what you learn from them

35:10 How you deal with failure

36:09 Mentorship

37:00 learning more in real life situations than higher education

37:50 The people who fail are no-it-alls

39:07 Why the successful keep working even after success

44:40 Giving back to the young entrepreneurs

48:27 Closing Thoughts & A Toast to Uncorked

Uncorked: Wine, Business, and Life with Bill Green & Co-Host Jerrold Colton | Ep. 1 🍷💼🌱

Welcome to the very first episode of Uncorked at Saddlehill – where we dive deep into the world of wine, business, and life. Hosted by Bill Green, the proprietor of Saddlehill Winery, and Jerrold Colton, this podcast brings you engaging conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and inspiring individuals.

In this episode, Bill and Jerrold explore:

🍇 The origin story of Saddlehill Winery – how a passion for horses led Bill Green to establish a premier winery in Voorhees, NJ.

🍷 A blind wine tasting featuring Saddlehill wine against Napa Valley’s best – and the surprising results!

💼 Entrepreneurship & business lessons – from flea markets to building a $650M company.

🏆 The importance of mentorship, risk-taking, and perseverance in business and life.

🌿 Saddlehill’s farm-to-table approach and how they’re redefining the wine experience in New Jersey.

🎙️ What’s next for Uncorked – exciting guests, inspiring success stories, and deep dives into the business of wine.

If you’re an entrepreneur, wine enthusiast, or just someone looking for motivation and great conversation, this is the podcast for you.

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