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When someone else hits the game-winning home run, are you celebrating with them? That reaction can say a lot about how someone views success. In this Q&A episode of Closing Remarks, Dara Shareef and @jwilkins31 talk about the mindset of a true team player and why strong leaders make room for others to succeed. When your team wins, you win too. 🎙️ Watch the full Q&A now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and share! Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks
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A day of remembrance. A day of service. A community coming together. ️ Benchmark International was proud to participate in the Tampa Bay Meal Pack commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11 Day. We remember by giving back. #BenchmarkInternational #BenchmarkCares #GivingBack #Volunteer
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Benchmark International at ACG M&A SoCal 2026. A great opportunity to connect, exchange insights, and build relationships across the M&A community. #BenchmarkInternational #ACG #MandA
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When someone else hits the game-winning home run, are you celebrating with them? That reaction can say a lot about how someone views success. In this Q&A episode of Closing Remarks, Dara Shareef and @jwilkins31 talk about the mindset of a true team player and why strong leaders make room for others to succeed. When your team wins, you win too. 🎙️ Watch the full Q&A now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and share! Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #Business #MA
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What happens when you give someone the opportunity to step up? Giving capable people the space to learn, make decisions, and grow can make a difference far beyond today. As Dara Shareef says: “That person’s going to be a better version of themselves tomorrow because you gave them an opportunity today.” Dara Shareef and @jwilkins31 explore why empowering others is key to building a stronger team and business. 🎙️ Watch the full Q&A now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and share! Link in bio.     #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks
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Production says that’s a wrap. From our studio to your screen, we’re LIVE! 🎙️ This week, we’re spotlighting market readiness. 🤔 What does it really mean to be market-ready? Dara Shareef and @jwilkins31 , Managing Director at Benchmark International, unpack how stronger teams 👥, better delegation 🤝, and decision-making beyond the owner can create a more resilient business and give you more options for the future. 🎙️ Watch the full Q&A now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and share! Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks
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Testimonial Tuesday This week, we hear from Dan Boggio of PBK Architects, http://Inc., who reflects on how Benchmark International identified the company’s broader potential and connected PBK with the right partner, creating opportunities for continued growth and success beyond the transaction. #BenchmarkSuccess #BenchmarkInternational #TestimonialTuesday
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Think your business isn’t ready for the market? Here’s where to start. Dara Shareef and @jwilkins31 Managing Director at Benchmark International, explore how identifying gaps, working with a trusted advisor, and tracking the right metrics can help you understand what really makes your business tick. Find the gaps. 🤝 Get an outside perspective. Track what matters. 🎙️Tune in tomorrow at 6 AM. Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #Business #BusinessOwner
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Celebrating the rich culture, contributions, and heritage of the Hispanic community and the many ways it continues to enrich our communities. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! #HispanicHeritageMonth #BenchmarkInternational
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👥 What does it take to build a culture where people can thrive? @kalgullapalli talks with host Dara Shareef about the lessons that strengthened his approach to leadership, company values, and putting people first. His experience with @daveshotchicken, @popupbagels, @orangetheory, @europeanwax, @marcospizza, and @builtdifferentbrands comes back to a simple belief: “We’ve got to take care of our people. They’ll take care of the guest.” 🎙️Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast
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More data doesn’t always mean better decisions. @kalgullapalli and host Dara Shareef discuss why operators should narrow their focus to the three to five KPIs that matter most, and then ensure they have the right people to move them . With operating experience across @daveshotchicken, @popupbagels, @orangetheory, @europeanwax, @marcospizza, and @builtdifferentbrands, Kal has seen how the right metrics, people, and customer experience work together to drive performance. 🎙️Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks
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We’re honored to be recognized as the 2026 New Community Partner of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay. Our partnership reflects Benchmark International’s commitment to creating opportunities and making a meaningful impact in the communities we call home. Through mentorship and education, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay is helping young people build confidence, discover new opportunities, and reach their potential. We’re proud to support that mission and grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the work happening across our Tampa Bay community. We look forward to continuing this partnership and finding new ways to give back. #BenchmarkInternational #SettingTheBenchmark #TampaBay #Partnership #BenchmarkInternationalPartnerships
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Wishing you a sweet, joyful, and meaningful New Year. Happy Rosh Hashanah from Benchmark International. #RoshHashanah #BenchmarkInternational
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What makes a riskier investment worth your time and capital? @kalgullapalli and host Dara Shareef unpack opportunity cost, hurdle rates, and why taking on greater risk should come with different expectations for return. Through experience with @daveshotchicken, @popupbagels, @orangetheory, @europeanwax, @marcospizza, and @builtdifferentbrands, Kal brings an operator’s perspective to evaluating risk and return. 🎙️Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #Business
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We pause today to honor the lives lost, the courage shown, and the unity that emerged. We will never forget. #PatriotDay #NeverForget #BenchmarkInternational
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“I just believe in radical transparency. People should always know where they sit.” - Kal Gullapalli For @kalgullapalli, clarity is key. People deserve to know where they stand, what’s expected of them, and what it takes to move forward. In this conversation with Dara Shareef, Kal shares insights and lessons from his experience with @daveshotchicken, @popupbagels, @orangetheory, @europeanwax, @marcospizza, and @builtdifferentbrands Because sometimes, one honest conversation is all it takes to create clarity, build trust, and move things forward. 🎙️Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and share! Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #Business #BusinessLeader
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Take it from the top. Cue our special guest. We’re live! When is an opportunity worth the risk? @kalgullapalli joins host Dara Shareef on Closing Remarks to talk about risk and returns, KPIs, building the right team, protecting culture, and making smarter decisions as you grow. Kal shares lessons from operating 77 units across @daveshotchicken, @popupbagels, @orangetheory, @europeanwax, @marcospizza, and @builtdifferentbrands. What has he learned along the way? 🎙️Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio. #BenchmarkInternational #closingremarks
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Testimonial Tuesday This week, we hear from Kim O’Connor of Palm Coast Sales, http://Inc., who shares how Benchmark International’s strategic approach and industry outreach helped generate strong buyer interest and support a successful transaction. #BenchmarkSuccess #BenchmarkInternational #TestimonialTuesday
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🤔 What if your biggest strength isn’t building the playbook, but knowing how to grow with it? Through experience, @kalgullapalli discovered where he creates the most value: taking a proven playbook and putting the right people and processes in place to grow. His journey includes experience across @daveshotchicken, @popupbagels, @orangetheory, @europeanwax, @marcospizza, and @builtdifferentbrands. 🎙️ Tomorrow on Closing Remarks, Dara Shareef talks with Kal about how that realization influenced his path from investing to franchising. Tune in at 6 AM.     #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #Business #BusinessLeader
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💭 Sometimes a business sale starts with a simple question: What could my business be worth? Dara Shareef talks with @thomasjfrey, founder of Silexx Financial Systems and former SVP of Software Engineering at @cboeglobalmarkets, about how that curiosity opened the door to exploring a potential sale. While Thomas was exploring his options, Cboe Global Markets approached him about an acquisition. 🎙️ What happened next? Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio.     #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks
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Happy Labor Day from Benchmark International. Honoring the dedication, talent, and hard work that drive progress forward. #LaborDay #BenchmarkInternational
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Did you miss our conversation with Derrick Brooks?   As USF football gets back on the field, we’re revisiting a great conversation with a Tampa Bay and USF legend on leadership, business, brand-building, and the power of community.   🎙️ Catch Derrick Brooks in conversation with Dara Shareef on Closing Remarks. Watch the episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and share.     #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #BenchmarkInternational #Community #TampaBay
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👥 How much more could you build with the right people beside you? For @thomasjfrey, founder of Silexx Financial Systems and former SVP of Software Engineering at @cboeglobalmarkets, learning to let go and bring great people in became an important leadership lesson. Thomas shares what building a small team taught him about talent, mentorship, and helping others succeed in his conversation with Dara Shareef on Closing Remarks. 🎙️Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio.     #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #SoftwareEngineering #Business
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“I was the typical founder that thought I could do it all myself.” - @thomasjfrey For Thomas Frey, founder of Silexx Financial Systems and former SVP of Software Engineering at @cboeglobalmarkets, one of the biggest lessons was learning when to let go, delegate, and bring great people into the business. On Closing Remarks, Dara Shareef and Thomas explore how learning to trust and empower others can shape the way a founder leads and grows. 🎙️ Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio.     #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Founder #Business #Leader
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Cue host. Stand by talent. We’re LIVE! What does it take to build, lead, sell, and keep evolving? @thomasjfrey, founder of Silexx Financial Systems and former SVP of Software Engineering at @cboeglobalmarkets, joins Dara Shareef on Closing Remarks to talk M&A, delegation, AI, great people, and one of the biggest questions for any founder: What comes next? 🎙️ Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, & share! Link in bio.     #BenchmarkInternational #ClosingRemarks #Podcast #Business #AI