Mar 30, 2026
What does it look like to build a business and a life over decades with real intention?
In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, Mark Perkins sits down with Ron Rubin, CEO of The Republic of Tea, entrepreneur, educator, and author of Gold in Your Backyard.
Ron has spent more than 40 years studying, building, and...
Mar 26, 2026
What does it actually mean to build a business that lasts?
In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, Mark Perkins sits down with Jonathan Bates, founder of Patriot Growth Capital, to break down the principles behind building durable value, leading with purpose, and creating long-term impact through...
Mar 23, 2026
What if AI could think with you, not just work for you?
In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, Mark Perkins sits down with David Asarnow, Founder and CEO of Business Nitrogen, to break down how entrepreneurs are actually using AI to grow faster, make better decisions, and create real leverage inside their...
Mar 19, 2026
What if the most valuable asset in your business isn’t your product, your network, or your strategy… but your story?
In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, host Mark Perkins sits down with Bill Blankschaen, founder of StoryBuilders and author of Your Story Advantage, to break down how entrepreneurs can turn...
Mar 16, 2026
In this episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, host Mark Perkins sits down with artist, entrepreneur, and author Tim Packer to explore what it really takes to turn creativity into a profitable business. After leaving a career in law enforcement, Tim built a globally recognized art brand and has helped thousands of...