Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers
Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers
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'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.
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The podcast covers themes around entrepreneurial journeys, operational challenges, and personal growth with episodes like Patty Costlow's transition from mechanical engineering to floral design and Dr. Zach Thomas' evolution into a viral YouTube sensation, focusing on practical advice for building brands and communities.
‘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.
Most businesses don’t fail because of a bad product. They fail because they run out of cash. In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with Logan Burchett, founder and CEO of Forecastr, to break down how founders can use real financial planning and analysis (FP&A) to take control of cash flow, make smarter decisions, and scale with confidence.
Logan brings experience from institutional finance, venture-backed startups, and fractional CFO work, and now helps companies in the $1M–$50M range build financial systems that actually support growth. Pat and Logan talk about how founders can move beyond spreadsheets and guesswork into a more strategic, data-driven approach to building their business.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• Why cash flow is what keeps businesses alive
• How to use forecasting to decide when to hire, invest, or expand
• What FP&A actually is (and why most founders don’t use it)
• How scenario planning removes fear and replaces it with clarity
• The impact of financial modeling on valuation, lending, and exits
• Why recurring revenue (ARR/MRR) changes everything for service businesses
• How to blend software, AI, and human expertise for better decision-making
Logan also explains how founders can start simple and build toward a full financial strategy that supports long-term growth. If you’re making big decisions about hiring, equipment, marketing, or expansion, this episode will give you the framework to move forward with confidence.
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