Introducing…
…. Our newest friends, business gurus, and Next Fun (Ad)Venture partners…
Matthew Patton, Maverick 1000 Member #237 – Dallas, Texas
Welcome Matthew! What businesses do you operate?
I am the Managing Partner and founder of Pacific Labs and a Partner in The Legacy Healthcare Group. A Maverick entrepreneur at heart, I began my professional career at the age of 20 in the restaurant business. After 5 years I set my sights higher in a new industry and started a shipping company based out of Dubai, U.A.E with my brother Ben. Our shipping company owned a fleet of cargo ships and traded between the Far East and Middle East from 2005-2010.
In 2010 I opened Pacific Labs, which provides toxicology and pathology services to over 350 physician offices across the country and provides reference lab services to a number of other labs across the country. The Legacy Healthcare Group designs, builds and launches hospitals and surgery centers. The company also establishes all the ancillary businesses that support each facility (lab, pharmacy, implants, hardware and biologics).
Why did you become a member of Maverick1000 and why are you a good fit for the group?
For personal and professional growth. I want to share what I have learned in business with like-minded individuals, and be a part of a group that gives back. I look forward to creating memories that last a lifetime.
Super Hero Skills?
I believe I can run through a brick wall. 🙂
What top things would you like to gain / learn / do with other Mavericks, and what unique value do you bring to the group?
- Continued Knowledge
- Fun Experiences
- Friends for a Lifetime
What interests, activities or hobbies do you enjoy?
I’m an Adrenaline Junkie!
What are the top adventures/things on your Big Life List?
- Climb Everest
- Swim with Sharks
- Anything that’s crazy
What’s the most significant / important contribution you’ve made to a community or nonprofit organization?
Check out www.pattonhope.com. We are always giving back to the community and underprivileged. This is one of the things we cherish the most.
Which books, authors or programs have been a powerful influence in your business and life?
- The Bible
- Eric Thomas
- Addicted to Success Website
Ben Patton, Maverick 1000 Member #238 – Dallas, Texas
Ben Patton is the President of Integrity Transitional Hospital and Co-Founder of Pacific Labs. Ben began his career in real estate investment banking at Bear Stearns before working with Ross Perot Jr. at Hillwood Capital. Ben then went on to become the portfolio manager at Reem Investments, an investment fund of the Royal Family of Abu Dhabi where he was the direct investment advisor to H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. A serial entrepreneur at heart, Ben has started, grown and sold numerous companies and now focuses the majority of his time on real estate and healthcare specific transactions. Ben Patton attended the University of Pennsylvania where he studied at Wharton and received degrees in both Economics and Systems Engineering.
Jeremy Lambert, Maverick 1000 Member #239 – Boca Raton, Florida
Welcome Jeremy! What business do you operate?
I am the Founder/Owner of RSM Group. RSM group is in the affiliate marketing business. We are our own traffic source and run 10 to 15 offers. We also own a medium size eCommerce credit card processing ISO and agent group.
Why did you become a member of Maverick1000 and why are you a good fit for the group?
I think being able to share ideas with other like minded individuals would be extremely valuable for my life. I have owned my own businesses since I was 24, so for my post college life I have truly only known the struggle of an entrepreneur. I have owned businesses in various industries from mass market distribution, to call centers located in the Philippines, Maine and Florida to infomercial marketing companies to affiliate and ecomm companies. I feel that what makes me a good fit for the Mavericks is that I have both failed and succeeded in Business ventures – which has allowed me to grow as a person and leave my ego at the door. I feel that my personality is one that really enjoys people and sharing. I am not a closed-off person and I’m willing to share my successes and failures as they both have shaped me equally.
Super Hero Skills?
I am a humble facilitator.
What top things would you like to gain / learn / do with other Mavericks, and what unique value do you bring to the group?
I would love to just brainstorm with other Mavericks on their customer service philosophies and customer engagement tactics. I love to travel and experience new places and have new adventures. I’m interested in people’s mobile advertising and mobile engagement strategies. The world of commerce is moving to people’s cell phones, which is truly interesting.
What interests, activities or hobbies do you enjoy?
- Working out
- Football
- Classic muscle cars
- Ocean activities
- Fishing
What’s the most significant / important contribution you’ve made to a community or nonprofit organization?
I have a young daughter (4.5 years old) so all of my time for non-profits or charitable time goes towards children. I recently found out the daughter of a local sandwich shop was in need of a liver transplant. I had never met her but I was able to get multiple friends of mine to donate and help raise money to help fund this girl’s liver transplant.
Which books, authors or programs have been a powerful influence in your business and life?
- Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki
- Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill
- dhammapada
Seth Proper, Maverick 1000 Member #241 – Boca Raton, Florida
Seth got his start in payment processing back in 2008 working in sales for a large high risk payment processor based in Maine. Starting as a temp, Seth was originally hired for a 2 week assignment, but within the first year he rose through the ranks to help run and manage what had quickly become the fastest growing, and most profitable channels within the company. After over 4 years of loyal service, Seth grew bored with the day to day corporate environment, and went out on a limb to start Alliance Processing Services LLC. The knowledge he gained during his time as an employee proved to be extremely valuable, and helped pave the way for growing Alliance to where it currently is today. In his spare time Seth enjoys traveling, snowboarding, and spending time with friends. He is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine Business Administration program, and currently resides in West Palm Beach, Florida
Bruce Parkman, Maverick 1000 Member #242 – Colorado Springs, Colorado
Welcome Bruce! What businesses do you operate?
The Macalan Group – Formally known as the NEK Group – was the largest provider of training services to USSOCOM. Sold part of that in 2012 and rebranded the rest of the firm as The Macalan Group. Our companies provide cyber security expertise and training as well as software sales and implementation and technical training.
Why did you become a member of Maverick1000 and why are you a good fit for the group?
Since I sold NEK I’ve focused on providing mentorship, investment and support to veteran owned businesses. I feel that because I have been blessed I should be giving back.
Super Hero Skills?
I’m a retired Green Beret Sergeant Major with combat experience in El Salvador and Kosovo and supported both invasions as a contractor with Iraq being my first contract.
What top things would you like to gain / learn / do with other Mavericks, and what unique value do you bring to the group?
- Networking
- Understanding sales and marketing
- Endurance events.
What interests, activities or hobbies do you enjoy?
- Weights
- Rugby
- Running
- Reading
What are the top adventures/things on your Big Life List?
- Safari
- Surfing a tube
- Compete in an Ironman
What’s the most significant / important contribution you’ve made to a community or nonprofit organization?
I am the largest donor and an original Founding Board of Director member of the Green Beret Foundation.
Which books, authors or programs have been a powerful influence in your business and life?
- Ayn Rand
- 18 years in the U.S. Special Forces
- Richard Branson’s memoir
Shane Nolan, Maverick 1000 Member #243 – Calgary, Alberta – Canada
Welcome Shane! What businesses do you operate?
I am the Founder/Owner of Yard Worx. Yard Worx is a landscape/ maintenance business offering services to residential and industrial customers in Calgary and Edmonton. I am also the Founder of Totally Outsourced, which works business to business and provides entire internal operations for service based companies.
Why did you become a member of Maverick1000 and why are you a good fit for the group?
I’m looking for an alternative to traditional business coaching and I’m wanting to get connected with other entrepreneurial business leaders that have the capacity to look and contribute beyond themselves. I like the concept of being focused beyond my own business. I want the opportunity to collaborate with higher level thinkers. The contribution aspect is really big as well – to get involved with business minded people who offer viable sustainable solutions is fantastic!
Super Hero Skills?
Well, I always get what I want. I’m pretty good at getting results and I financially retired at 34. I’m good at developing leaders.
What top things would you like to gain / learn / do with other Mavericks, and what unique value do you bring to the group?
3 things… I would like to gain connections. I would love to share my knowledge of personal and business growth I have gained over the last couple decades. And definitely become part of a bigger purpose.
What interests, activities or hobbies do you enjoy?
Hmmm, I’ll just keep it to this past year. Scuba diving, Toast Masters, motorcycle racing, car racing, dirt biking, snowboarding, hunting, tennis, strength/agility training, caving, reading, education, wake boarding, surfing, bouldering, hiking, shooting, 4x4ing.
What are the top adventures/things on your Big Life List?
- Experience the 7 wonders of the world
- Educate my kids so they never work a ‘real’ job in their life
- Make a significant contribution to society
What’s the most significant / important contribution you’ve made to a community or nonprofit organization?
I headed up Operation Christmas Child in our city. I’m a certified volunteer for Samaritans Purse Disaster Aid Response Team. Most recently a team of us painted a community center in Belize. But most important I think is the little things I do for friends and neighbors and just being available to help without ever wanting anything in return.
Which books, authors or programs have been a powerful influence in your business and life?
Ugh, so many to choose from! What you say is what you get (first book I actually read completely)and got me hooked on personal growth! 7 Habits of Highly effective people The Makers diet. The most recent was The Four Agreements Peak Potentials Training has been very impact-full for me.
Denise Gosnell, Maverick 1000 Member #244 – Fishers, Indiana
Welcome Denise! What businesses do you operate?
I am the Founder/Owner/CEO of Gosnell and Associates Inc. My primary business is my law firm where I focus on serving publishing and tech companies as recurring legal counsel on intellectual property, Internet, agreements, JV deals, etc. I also co-own a real estate company with my husband where we have nearly 70 rental properties.
Why did you become a member of Maverick1000 and why are you a good fit for the group?
I love to travel and share ideas with like-minded entrepreneurs. It can get lonely when you’re successful, and I seek out the experiences that keep me excited to make a difference in the world.
Super Hero Skills?
I’m a kick-ass lady lawyer with a diverse skill set in law, technology, publishing, and many other areas. I’m a master problem solver and strategist.
What top things would you like to gain / learn / do with other Mavericks, and what unique value do you bring to the group?
I am a student of life and love learning about things I don’t already know in business and personal areas. I’m always trying to improve and would love to learn more about (1) always improving my value added to clients; (2) increased health, fitness, and fun; and (3) how I can use my unique talents to make the biggest impact on the world.
What interests, activities or hobbies do you enjoy?
I love to travel and have been to over 26 countries.
What are the top adventures/things on your Big Life List?
- Australia
- Antarctica
- South America
What’s the most significant / important contribution you’ve made to a community or nonprofit organization?
I’ve worked with numerous charities over the years giving free legal advice, but some of my greatest value has been giving them strategic marketing advice to help them raise more money and sustain the future of the non-profit.
Which books, authors or programs have been a powerful influence in your business and life?
Anything and everything written by Dan Sullivan (co-founder of Strategic Coach); Joe Polish 25K Genius Network Mastermind group that I’ve been a member of for over 4 years; and Strategic Coach quarterly training program for entrepreneurs.
Hilda Lunderstedt, Maverick 1000 Member #245 – Boskruin, Randburg – Gauteng – South Africa
Welcome Hilda! What businesses do you operate?
I am the Founder/Owner/CEO of the Lunderstedt Group of companies. We specialize in Investments within, but not limited to, the Health, Wellness and Beauty Industry and Wealth Migrate Crowd Funding in global properties.
I am one of the selected few South African female entrepreneurs who achieved phenomenal success in starting, growing and selling a 9-figure company in
less than 10 years.
I have now expanded my horizons into the international business arena as serial entrepreneur with interests, networks and connections on various continents.
I invest globally in organizations and business opportunities that disrupt industries and will make a difference to the way these industries will be in the future. I strive to create success within communities. I am a devoted advocate and ambassador for women in the business arena and has a strong belief in the potential that lies within each and every woman to succeed.
Why did you become a member of Maverick1000 and why are you a good fit for the group?
I strive to surround myself with successful people who also enjoy life. As an individual who has achieved phenomenal success in South Africa, I would like to be exposed to great business minds in other parts of the world. I believe we can all learn from each other and perhaps some of the members in the group can learn and benefit from my experience in business and life.
Super Hero Skills?
I am a maverick and disruptor of industry. I am one of a few successful female entrepreneurs. I create businesses with purpose and a strong mission to create value to the world and its inhabitants. I believe the structures of business is a way to make the world a better place and this is what I strive and work for. I have strong ambitions to build on my previous successes and, as a female business person, be an example to the women of the world. I teach men and women to work together, understand one another and how create amazing lives for themselves and their families.
What top things would you like to gain / learn / do with other Mavericks, and what unique value do you bring to the group?
- Build relationships and network
- Understand how the great business minds in USA think, become, and stay successful
- Enjoy life and have fun with like-minded and successful people
What interests, activities or hobbies do you enjoy?
- Reading
- Travelling
- Gym
- Hiking
- Walking
- Safari
What are the top adventures/things on your Big Life List?
- Hot air ballooning over the Serengeti
- Swim with dolphins in Hawaii
- Experience the Northern lights
What’s the most significant / important contribution you’ve made to a community or nonprofit organization?
As a philanthropist, I take great pride in acting as the children’s ambassador for Tekkie Tax Day, an annual charity fundraising campaign in South Africa which completed yet another massively successful campaign day on 30 May 2014, raising millions in aid of welfare for organizations across South Africa. Through my philanthropy, I hope to bring positive change to the lives of the millions of underprivileged South African children.
Which books, authors or programs have been a powerful influence in your business and life?
- Secrets of a Millionaire Mind, T Harv Eker – Spiritual Millionaire course I am currently doing
- Thrive, Arrianna Huffington
- Lean In, Sheryl Sandberg
- Personal Business Coaching via JT Foxx Organization
Jeremiah Joseph, Maverick 1000 Member #246 – Englewood, Florida
Dr. Jeremiah Joseph is a highly acclaimed speaker, author and educator. He lives in Englewood, Florida, with his wife, Dr. Kristin Joseph. He is the proud father of his two sons Josiah and Isaiah.
During his childhood, he suffered from excruciating migraines for years. Having MRI’s blood testing, an answer from the conventional medical model was not found. It was at that time when his mother and father decided to pursue another avenue and approach, chiropractic, which was what ended up saving his life.
His childhood dreams of serving humanity were sparked in Florida, where he pursued pre-medicine studies at Stetson University in preparation to become a doctor. Having interned and worked in Florida hospitals, he quickly realized that the American health care system had its struggles with getting the average sick person well. Seeing virtually every patient receive a drug or surgery and frustrated with the lack of results, he decided another path would serve those that wanted to achieve spectacular results in a superior way. It was at this time when he enrolled at Life University where he obtained his Doctorate of Chiropractic and as his fervor for life was redefined to empower individuals to take responsibility for their own health and well-being. The next three years, He went on to further his studies and obtained a Diplomate in Neurology.
As a radio talk show host, and guest of radio and television programs, he inspires thousands of suffering individuals each year with his ground-breaking messages of wellness, health recovery, and service. He and his wife have developed a unique weight management system that has been shared with thousands of people in the South-West Florida region. He has performed thousands of lectures to hospitals, churches, corporations and foundations throughout the state of Florida and across the country.
Their remarkable approach for total health and well-being are the foundation to their thriving local practice in Port Charlotte. Their strongest premise is to build health by finding the cause and remove older failing methodologies of treating symptoms and disease.
Brent Weaver, Maverick 1000 Member #247 – Denver, Colorado
Brent started creating websites around 15 years of age and never stopped. Brent spent the first 12 years of his professional career growing HotPress Web into one of the most successful website agencies in Denver. He worked with some of the top businesses and non-profits in the state creating websites and online marketing campaigns.
In 2012, he sold his agency to another Denver superstar, Phil Lockwood at Distill, so he could focus his energy on creating products to help web designer pros become more profitable. In November of 2012, he founded this site, uGurus.com to realize this vision.
Before he sold his agency, in 2009, he created a site dedicated to helping Business Catalyst professionals be more profitable. Starting as just a blog, this site today has helped thousands of BC professionals from around. BC Gurus is now operated by uGurus.
Over the years, Brent has used his experience to help other web designers. He spends some of his time continuing to consult 1-on-1 with web entrepreneurs in the early to mid stage of their journey.
Brent’s primary focus for uGurus is content development, expanding our contributor network, and finding partners to do joint ventures.
In his spare time, he actively enjoys being involved in the Denver community volunteering with the Cunningham Foundation, former Board President of Ethiopia Reads, teaching Junior Achievement classes to local high school students and is a graduate of the Denver Leadership Foundation’s 2010 Impact Denver class.
Rick Martinez, Maverick 1000 Member #24 – San Antonio, Texas
Welcome Rick! What businesses do you operate?
MedTrust LLC: We provide FTE to military hospitals coast to coast (US). MD, RN and psychiatric practitioners via long term, multi year contracts. I actually just sold this company and am now working on a new venture, Project Bink. Through storytelling, introspection and a proven process, the BINK platform guides you to your purpose. Every life-changing BINK moment contains a message that tells you where to go—and we’ll show you how to decode it. We’ve built BINK as an interactive community where you can go to share these pivotal moments with others and learn the true meaning behind them.
Why did you become a member of Maverick1000 and why are you a good fit for the group?
I listened to Yanik’s intro video after Sam Horn pointed me in this direction and LOVED the mantra of happiness and meaning. I fell victim to the nose-grindstone building my company and now live with deeper purpose, meaning and happiness!
Super Hero Skills?
Intuition. I’m higher on the EQ side and empathize with folks more so than anything else.
What top things would you like to gain / learn / do with other Mavericks, and what unique value do you bring to the group?
- Network with ‘treps who want more than just a biz
- Do things I’ve never done before
- Talk about big ideas and execute on them
What’s the most Maverick thing you’ve ever done?
I did my 1st Ironman this past November! Ironman Arizona.
What interests, activities or hobbies do you enjoy?
- Triathlons
- Olympic lifting
- CrossFit
- Reading and writing
What are the top adventures/things on your Big Life List?
- Go to Porsche driving school
- Climb Mt Kilimanjaro
- Visit war sites in Vietnam
What’s the most significant / important contribution you’ve made to a community or nonprofit organization?
I founded a non-profit for amputees after my service at Walter Reed in 2006-2007. Immensely gratifying to work with and support our heroes. They changed my life.
Which books, authors or programs have been a powerful influence in your business and life?
- The Bible
- Entrepreneurs Organization (EO current member)
- My parents…and Tony Robbins a close 2nd
