America; where opportunity lives. We pick up the conversation with Sam Zavary in part two of our podcast conversation. We take you though a regular workday routine to see how Sam does it.

Feel The Ad Love!

Exclusive Furniture Part 2, where Sam Zavary Sells Success

So, this kid from Pakistan fell in love with the furniture business. This is the story behind the guy that built Exclusive Furniture

The $39 Lizard CD Rack - The Story of Exclusive Furniture

Radio Lounge, in partnership with The Lee Group, is talking business on the rebound as Houston continues to remain strong during the recovery process beyond COVID19. Ledge Lounger is all about those outdoor luxury furniture features that bring a cool vibe to our backyard retreats. Mark Pereira talks with Ledge Lounger.

Ledge Lounger, Business Beyond COVID19

Like many, we are anxious to get back to our favorite spaces and places. Radio Lounge has joined with The Lee Group to promote a movement called "Houston Rallies" with podcasts centered on small businesses that are the heartbeat of Houston. Macy Bodenhamer from The Lee Group speaks with Alli Jarret, owner of the popular restaurant, Harold's on how things are going as we move ahead of the #COVID19 issues.

COVID19 and Dining Out - Houston Rallies with Harold's

Houston has a rich history of stepping up to a challenge. Meet The Lee Group, a world-class advertising agency with a heart for Houston. When COVID19 came to town, The Lee Group found a way to answer the need with the creation of Houston Rallies, delivering marketing tools necessary to keep business running. Houston Rallies is making that happen right now.

The Lee Group Rallies Houston in the Fight against COVID19

East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministries works year round to provide food and other services to those who need assistance. They have been quietly doing this for over 3 decades. Their #EmptyBowls event, a major fundraiser, was disrupted by COVID19 but their mission continues without losing a step. Discover how you might help out, right now.

COVID19 - Finding the GOoD News with East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry and Empty Bowls

As business owners we find ourselves in a time of confusion. Beyond the obvious for most businesses, lack of incoming business, how do we speak to our clients and customers. The answer is simple. Let the conversation continue, and maintain an attitude of transparency while sending a beneficial and hopeful message. Listen in and see if any of these ideas might be helpful.

The Industry Adjusts To #COVID19 with Bunker58's Valentina Gomez Bravo

As a voice actor (or any freelancer), it is important to not become a commodity in the eyes of clients. Radio Lounge partner (and experienced voice actor) M. Bruce Abbott breaks down 10 ways to avoid becoming a commodity.

10 Ways Voice Actors Can Avoid Becoming A Commodity

Recently we welcomed top creative directors from around the country to judge entries at the 2020 American Advertising Federation Awards (The ADDY's) We caught up with 3 of the judges to talk advertising and marketing. Tony Sharpe, Judy Thompson and Javier Martinez to talk about everything from content creation, logic and emotion behind the creative, global trends and multicultural advertising. Judy, Tony and Javier gave us a great interview, enjoy.

The Multicultural Advertising Creative Message - How It's Done

Radio is strength for automotive advertising and the driver behind the Houston automotive market is the Houston Automobile Dealers Association lead by RoShelle Salinas, their Executive Vice President. We had the chance to sit down and talk about some of the new digital trends that most effectively reach and create response from a new generation of car buyers

Talking Automotive with HADA EVP RoShelle Salinas

Nicky Mondellini got into acting at the age of 11. She then had a very successful run in the Telenovela "Maria Mercedes" as the character Mistica, based on Jessica Rabbit, from "Who Framed Roger Rabbit". Nicky landed in the United States in 2006 and has grown a multi-cultural voice business into an incredible venture. Nicky has a plan and is very good about executing that plan from all aspects of the voice-over business. Hear how she does it, along with some fun stories from the stage and television.

Nicky Mondellini Discusses The Art of Multi-Cultural Voice Acting

To be great in our industry, you need to explore all aspects of it, from on-air, to sales, production, and you need to spend some time in the corner office, running the show. Joe Biondi has done this and a whole lot more. Joe spends his energy crafting sponsorship opportunities for Houston Public Media. When it comes to advertising, NPR and Houston Public Media takes a different approach. You'll enjoy hearing Joe's story.

For Joe Biondi of Houston Public Media, Broadcasting is in the Blood

Bunker 58 set up shop in Houston and launched a powerful marketing and advertising firm to help small and mid-size businesses envision, create, and build their brand through top digital marketing and design tools. Valentina Gomez Bravo talked with us about the challenges and benefits of landing in the most culturally diverse city in the nation.

Multicultural Marketing, a How To Guide on Making a Difference with Bunker58

Jackie Dryden, the Chief Purpose Architect for Savage Brands, is a member of the Southwest Advertising Hall of Fame. We sat down with Jackie to talk about advertising, and her formula for the seven stages of brand advocacy. Take a listen and learn how you can get some of that good stuff for your brand.

The Seven Stages of Brand Advocacy - How To Define Your Brand, Tell Your Story, and Build Raving Fans

The American Advertising Foundation, Houston chapter recently hosted the AEFH Scholarship Awards. It was a great day as we handed out thousands of dollars to a special group of students. This is one of our biggest events of the year. We also had a special guest speaker. You might know part of the story, but do you know the whole story behind the guy who "saves you money"? Gallery Furniture has grown from humble location on I-45 North at TIdwell, to a major brand in Houston and around the world. You're going to want to share this Podcast with as many folks as you can.

Inspirational Words from Houston's 'Mattress Mac", Jim McIngvale

A podcast about all things advertising and marketing, featuring great guests and stories. Produced by Radio Lounge in Houston, Texas USA