Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers
'Build Boldly' dives deep into the experiences of entrepreneurs and operators alike with Pat Rodgers, Chief Revenue Officer of RISE Commercial District. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale up, this podcast is your go-to resource for real stories and tangible advice to help you move your business forward. Tune in every two weeks to learn from those who’ve been there. If you’re ready to build, build boldly. Subscribe now and let’s get to work.
Podcasting since 2025 • 24 episodes
Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers
Latest Episodes
From Navy Discipline to Designer Vision: Donte Bryson Jr. on Building BRYLAMAR and the Power of Following Your Gut
In honor of Veterans Day, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Donte Bryson Jr., founder and creative director of BRYLAMAR, a luxury fashion brand For Dreamers Who Do. Donte shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to launching a high-end de...
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Episode 23
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43:56
Friendship, Business & The Raw Reality: How Elizabeth Coratola and Lauren Schouweiler Navigate Partnership at COCO the Shop
Running a business with your best friend sounds like a dream, until it’s not. In this episode of Build Boldly, Allison Barber sits down with Elizabeth Coratola and Lauren Schouweiler, co-owners of COCO the Shop, to talk about the real ...
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Episode 23
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32:31
Building a Business and a Family: Liz James on Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, and Trusting Your Gut
In honor of Women’s Small Business Month, host Allison Barber, Marketing Director at RISE Commercial District, sits down with Liz James, owner of Standard Wax, to talk about what it’s really like to run a business while raising a famil...
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Episode 22
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35:00
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: 5 Must-Read Books for Success and Balance with Allison Barber
In this special episode of Build Boldly, guest host Allison Barber takes the mic in celebration of National Women’s Small Business Month to share a heartfelt and practical guide for women entrepreneurs everywhere.Drawing from her own jou...
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Episode 21
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18:12
Carrying the Weight: High Performance, Mental Health, and the Cost of Leadership
In this solo episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers opens up about the often-unspoken side of entrepreneurship and leadership, the toll it takes on mental health. From crippling anxiety and imposter syndrome to personal trauma and t...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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7:52