Value Factory Podcast

The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 4 - John Martinka

Host Nick Anderson welcomes M&A advisor John Martinka of NoComas Advisory Services to explore how business owners can “exit with style, grace, and more money” even in turbulent times.
Drawing on three decades of experience guiding lower-middle-market deals ($5–15 million enterprise value), John breaks down the real risks—from customer and supply-chain concentration to owner-dependency and financial reporting gaps—and the concrete steps owners must take now to safeguard value.
Packed with vivid examples of tariff shocks, pandemic shutdowns, and market swings, this episode delivers a practical roadmap—diversify your base, build your bench, clean your books, and implement the plan—so you’re ready when opportunity (or necessity) knocks.

The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 3 - Mike Kadel

Join host Nick Anderson and special guest Mike Kadel, Managing Principal at One Accord, for a deep dive into the art and science of succession planning on this episode of The Value Factory Podcast. With a combined 60 years in financial services, they unpack why most organizations mistake replacement for true succession, share vivid examples—like Columbia Bank’s leadership transition after CEO Melanie Dressel’s sudden passing—and reveal five actionable steps to build a robust leadership pipeline. Whether you’re in banking, a small business owner, or part of a nonprofit board, discover how to turn succession planning into a culture‑energizing, performance‑boosting journey rather than a last‑minute scramble.

The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 2 - Ryan Shope

Host Nick Anderson sits down with Ryan Schope to unpack a practical playbook for go-to-market success in the digital age.
 
They map out how to layer content across awareness, consideration, and decision stages, share tips for leveraging AI to remove production hurdles, and dive into why raw, “in-the-arena” stories build the deepest trust.
 
If you’ve ever hesitated at the thought of picking up a camera or launching your first post, this episode shows you exactly how to start, iterate, and own your narrative.

The Value Factory Podcast | Episode 1 - Jeff Rogers

Join host Nick Anderson on the inaugural episode of The Value Factory Podcast as he welcomes OneAccord founder Jeff Rogers into the “upper room” to uncover the firm’s 25-year journey.
 
Jeff recounts how a simple sales-training venture evolved into a full-service consulting practice, the pivotal client-success discoveries that reshaped their approach, and the core values—truth, service, compassion—that guide every engagement.
Packed with candid stories from real businesses and actionable takeaways, this conversation lays the groundwork for building lasting value in any organization.