Join AWM Capital’s Justin Dyer and Mena Hanna as they break down the pivotal role of the Federal Reserve in shaping the U.S. economy. In this episode, the duo explores the origins, mandates, and evolving responsibilities of the Fed, using vivid analogies and real-world examples to illuminate complex topics like interest rates, inflation, and monetary policy. Whether you’re curious about how the Fed’s decisions ripple across investments and everyday life, or just want a clear, approachable take on economic headlines, this conversation offers sharp insights on why the Fed truly matters. Tune in to deepen your understanding of one of the world’s most influential financial institutions. Chapters (00:00) Why the Federal Reserve Matters (01:47) Origins and Purpose of the Fed (03:31) Evolution and the Gold Standard (05:00) The Fed’s Dual Mandate Explained (08:00) Structure of the Federal Reserve System (09:21) The Role of the Federal Open Market Committee (13:07) Impact of Interest Rates on Investors and the Economy Connect with Us • Call or text us: 626-862-0355 • Website: https://www.athletefamilyoffice.com/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc1NxpK21N1vKWEExC45YEA • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/awmcapital/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awmcapital/ • X: https://twitter.com/awmcapital • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awmcapital/

In this episode, we break down commercial real estate, focusing on the dynamics of small-bay industrial and self-storage investments. Listeners will hear in-depth analysis of key factors like cap rates, demand drivers, liquidity, and risk, as well as how these sectors perform compared to others during economic shifts. Paul shares actionable data and candid insights that clarify why self-storage and small-bay industrial stand out for modern investors. Whether you are looking to diversify your portfolio or better understand sector performance, this episode delivers clarity and expert perspective you can trust. Get our free CRE Sector Reference Guide here Ready to talk about your investment strategy? Reach out at aaastorageinvestments.com. New episodes every two weeks. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts, and send this to an investor in your network who needs to hear it. Chapters (00:00) Industrial and Small-Bay Industrial Overview (03:00) Cap Rates and Demand Drivers (05:00) Liquidity, Hold Period, and Risk Factors (10:46) Self-Storage Sector Analysis (17:04) Housing Market’s Impact on Self-Storage (20:25) Relative Sector Performance and Rankings (25:17) Positioning Observations and Sector Strategies Follow and Connect with Us • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-storage-investments/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaastorageinvestments/ • X: https://x.com/investments_aaa • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/AAA-Storage-Investments-LLC/61575027573292/ Download our free guides to take your investing to the next level: 10 Due Diligence Questions to Vet Any Real Estate Sponsor: https://www.aaastorageinvestments.com/info/10-due-diligence-questions-to-vet-any-real-estate-sponsor First-Time Real Estate Syndication Investor Checklist: https://www.aaastorageinvestments.com/info/first-time-real-estate-syndication-investor-checklist

In this inspiring interview, Jill Chaffin shares her journey of faith, healing, and leadership at Breakthrough Church. From overcoming profound loss to serving in kids ministry, her story highlights the power of God's presence and the importance of inner healing and discipleship. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Breakthrough Church and Jill's Journey 03:02 The Importance of Inner Healing 05:54 Heart Transformation Through Loss 08:52 Faith Amidst Profound Loss 11:55 The Call to Kids' Ministry 18:08 Teaching the Fruit of the Spirit 24:05 Living Out the Fruit of the Spirit 30:01 Conclusion and Invitation to Serve

In this episode of "In the Interim…," Dr. Scott Berry interviews Tim Berry, co-founder of Blend360, detailing a career that demonstrates the practical application of statistical and analytical methods within large-scale business environments. Tim outlines his quick shift from earning a master’s at the University of Minnesota to industry positions, starting at AT&T Bell Laboratories, where he built and tested retention models on millions of consumer records. He recounts his time at Rapp Collins, where analytics had limited organizational impact, before joining Merkle and transforming analytics into a key business component through growing a team from two to over eighty, contributing to hundreds of millions in revenue. At Blend360, Tim discusses acquiring Consultants To Go (C2G) to build new capabilities, focusing on hiring and developing young analytics talent through programs like All-Star. The conversation addresses the evolution from traditional statistics to analytics, the rise of AI and agentic AI for workflow automation and calls out media overstatement of AI-driven disruption. He concludes with pointed career advice to his nephew and other quantitative students: prioritize adaptability, industry experience, and continuous learning over chasing credentials. Key Highlights:Graduate thesis using the Bradley-Terry model for baseball outcome predictionMainframe-driven, large-scale retention modeling at AT&TAnalytics as a peripheral function at Rapp Collins versus central driver at MerkleRapid talent expansion and analytics leadership at MerkleFounding Blend360 and institutional talent developmentAI advancements, agentic AI for business, skepticism on AI hypeConcrete advice for quantitative undergraduatesFor more, visit us at https://www.berryconsultants.com/