In this captivating episode of the Make Minutes Matter Podcast, host Karen Gilhooly welcomes Lou Provenzano, a seasoned CEO and private equity expert. They reminisce about their initial encounter in the payments industry and how Lou's innovative thinking won him the job over Karen. Their conversation dives deep into the dynamics of idea generation and execution, strategic planning, and building effective teams. Hear their compelling story of overcoming competition and creating significant shareholder value, all while sharing valuable lessons for anyone in a sales or customer-facing role. Don't miss this insightful discussion on transforming business visions into reality and making each moment in your career truly matter.

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

00:48 The Story of How We Met

04:12 Lou's Perspective on the Job Offer

06:26 Building a Successful Team

10:09 Strategic Planning and Execution

13:29 Reflections on Success and Growth

24:09 Conclusion and Contact Information

This podcast was Produced by Rainbow Creative Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Stephen Selnick as Senior Producer, Lauren Feighan as Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor.