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On The Cusp

On The Cusp

By: Dave Smith and Matt Snyder
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Launching and growing a new business comes with its share of unpredictable challenges — but it doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. Get ready to ride the wave of entrepreneurship with the On The Cusp Podcast! We're here to educate Northwest Louisiana by shining a spotlight on the voices and untold stories of our vibrant community. From passionate activists to innovative entrepreneurs and dedicated small business owners, our podcast dives deep into the heart of NWLA. Tune in to discover the inspiration, challenges, and triumphs that define our local trailblazers.

With On The Cusp, you're always just one episode away from the next big idea!

EAP LA 2022
Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Season 13, Episode 12: Erin Woods with 318 Business Builders
    Mar 18 2026

    On The Cusp this week features Erin Woods of 318 Business Builders, a business development and marketing company dedicated to helping local businesses grow and thrive. Erin shares how she leverages networking and strategic connections to support companies that don’t have the time or resources to build those relationships themselves. She also opens up to hosts Matt and Dave about her journey from radio personality to entrepreneur and what inspired her bold career shift. Erin highlights a key challenge facing new businesses in North Louisiana—lack of early support—and how she’s working to change that. Tune in now to hear Erin’s insights on building connections and supporting business growth.

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    17 mins
  • Season 13, Episode 11: Collin & Molly Neu with Neu Aviation
    Mar 11 2026

    Take to the skies with this episode of On The Cusp featuring Collin and Molly Neu of Neu Aviation, one of the nation’s top six flight schools located at the Shreveport Regional Airport in Shreveport, Louisiana. Hosts Matt and Dave sit down with the Air Force veteran duo to discuss how their aviation training business grew from a small startup into an award-winning program recently named Best Flight School in the Central Southern Region by the AOPA Flight Training Experience Awards. Collin and Molly share insights into flight training, what it takes to become a pilot, and what it’s like building a thriving aviation business at the Shreveport Regional Airport. They also discuss the opportunities aviation brings to the Northwest Louisiana community and the future of pilot training. Tune in now and buckle up as On The Cusp climbs to cruising altitude with one of the nation’s best flight schools!

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    19 mins
  • Season 13, Episode 10: Parker Brown with Jayhawk Properties
    Feb 25 2026

    In this episode of the On The Cusp podcast, Parker Brown of Jayhawk Properties joins hosts Matt and Dave to share insights into rental property management in Shreveport. Managing more than 80 rental homes, Parker discusses what it takes to operate a property management company and support both tenants and property owners. As Chairman of the Shreveport Implementation and Redevelopment Authority (SIRA), he also explains how strategic redevelopment and responsible landlording can strengthen neighborhoods and drive community revitalization. Parker emphasizes the important role landlords play in reinvesting in the communities they serve and how SIRA continues to push for positive change across the region. Tune in now to hear how strong leadership and smart property management are helping rebuild and transform Shreveport from the inside out.

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    18 mins
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