Caddo Convos

About Caddo Convos

Welcome to Caddo Convos, the podcast that explores the vibrant community of businesses thriving in Caddo Office Reimagined. We're here to shine a light on the incredible entrepreneurs and professionals who make the most of our private offices, coworking spaces, and day office rentals in the Dallas/Fort Worth suburbs. Join us as we share their stories, celebrate their successes, and dive into the benefits of working in a space that's close to home but offers so much more than working from home. For more information on Caddo Office Reimagined: https://caddooffices.com/ Each week we feature a new guests who join our host, Buddy Broyles, at one of his studio locations within the Caddo Office Reimagined network. Buddy Broyles is the owner of Blue Mic Studios, a media design company who specializes in studio based audio and video podcasts.

Publisher

Caddo Office Reimagined - Blue Mic Studios

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Jul 2024

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

100 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Ethan Leifer - Novum Real Estate

   In this episode of Caddo Convos, host Buddy Broyles welcomes Ethan Leifer, founder of Novum Real Estate, who recently relocated from New York City to Prosper, Texas . Bringing a luxury standard forged in the nation's most competitive market, Ethan discusses how his firm is elevating client service across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex . He breaks down current DFW market dynamics—including why it's currently a buyer's market with builder incentives, and shares how Caddo's multi-location network supports his growing team from Prosper to Fort Worth . https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-leifer-02621028a/ https://www.instagram.com/novem_real_estate/ Key Takeaways Bringing NYC Luxury Standards to DFW: Ethan built his luxury-rooted real estate background in New York City's competitive $5M+ market before launching Novum Real Estate in Dallas-Fort Worth . Current Buyer's Market Dynamics: Heavy new home construction across North Texas has created a strong buyer's market, with builders offering price cuts and aggressive incentives that existing sellers must compete against . Selective Demand for Existing Homes: Sellers offering turn-key, properly priced homes with modern updates continue to draw multiple bids despite overall market shifts . Broad Regional Coverage: Serving all price points from $750k+ luxury estates down to equestrian ranch properties, Novum's founding agents cover a vast territory stretching from Celina, Prosper, and Melissa down to Fort Worth and Highland Park. Equal Standard of Service: Regardless of price point, Ethan ensures every client receives the same level of white-glove commitment, transparency, and accountability . Embracing Texas Culture: Beyond appreciating local hospitality and Hutchins BBQ, Ethan notes his newfound love for Texas friendliness—and the endless availability of Dr Pepper! Strategic Flexibility with Caddo: Leveraging Caddo Office Reimagined in Prosper allows Ethan's team to utilize modern workspace facilities while giving Fort Worth agents easy access to regional office hubs . Podcast services provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production division of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC. https://www.bluemicstudios.com/ Blue Mic Studios is located in Frisco at the Westridge location of Caddo Offices Reimagined. https://caddooffices.com/ #NovumRealEstate #CaddoConvos #DFWRealEstate #ProsperTX #TexasRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstate #BuyersMarket #NorthTexasHomes #RealEstateExpert #CaddoOffices Ethan Leifer, Novum Real Estate, Caddo Convos, DFW real estate, Prosper TX real estate, North Texas buyer market, luxury real estate agent, builder incentives, Texas housing market, Caddo Office Reimagined

2. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Celeste Vazquez - Stonewater Financial Group

   In this episode of Caddo Convos, host Buddy Broyles welcomes Celeste Vazquez, Financial Advisor with Stonewater Financial Group in Prosper, Texas . Celeste shares her personal journey from navigating a family environment without financial guidance to becoming a trusted advisor dedicated to empowering business owners and families . Discover why "cookie-cutter" financial plans no longer work, how to cut through online media noise to find financial clarity, and why regularly updating your strategy is essential to protecting your future . https://www.linkedin.com/in/celeste-vazquez-82b800269/ https://www.stonewaterplanning.com/ Key Takeaways Driven by Personal Experience: Growing up around family and friends without financial guidance inspired Celeste to transition from banking to financial advisory, prioritizing financial literacy and her clients' best interests . Beyond Generic Templates: Stonewater Financial Group focuses on custom financial planning tailored to each client's real life, covering retirement, investments, income protection, insurance, and business strategies . Cutting Through Social Media Noise: With endless financial advice on platforms like TikTok and social media, Celeste emphasizes that clients are craving personalized clarity that fits their unique situation rather than generic rules . Bi-Annual to Quarterly Reviews: To keep up with life shifts, such as buying or selling a business or changing family dynamics, Celeste recommends reviewing and updating financial plans at least twice a year, ideally quarterly . Holistic Client Conversations: Rather than delivering sales pitches, Celeste asks the "fun and hard questions" to uncover what keeps clients up at night and protect them against unexpected risks . Avoiding the Corporate Machine: Stonewater Financial Group sets itself apart by fostering genuine, high-touch relationships where clients feel comfortable discussing personal and business finances . Professional Environment at Caddo: Operating out of Caddo Office Reimagined in Prosper, Texas, provides a welcoming and professional atmosphere for sensitive financial conversations . Podcast services provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production division of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC. https://www.bluemicstudios.com/ Blue Mic Studios is located in Frisco at the Westridge location of Caddo Offices Reimagined. https://caddooffices.com/ #StonewaterFinancial #CaddoConvos #FinancialAdvisor #FinancialClarity #ProsperTX #WealthManagement #FinancialLiteracy #BusinessStrategies #DFWBusiness #RetirementPlanning Celeste Vazquez, Stonewater Financial Group, Caddo Convos, financial advisor, financial literacy, Prosper TX, wealth management, custom financial planning, retirement planning, small business finance

3. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Candace Ford -- Kimball Ridge Advisory Services

   In this episode of Caddo Convos, host Buddy Broyles welcomes Candace Ford, founder of Kimball Ridge Advisory Services . With over 26 years of accounting experience, Candace shares how her firm supports North Texas nonprofits by taking over back-office operations, bookkeeping, and grant management so founders can focus on their core mission . Learn what it truly means to be "grant ready," why nonprofits shouldn't fund operations out of pocket, and how expert advisory can unlock major funding opportunities . https://kimballridgeadvisory.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/candace-n-ford-mba-927a52189/ Key Takeaways Comprehensive Nonprofit Support: Kimball Ridge Advisory Services provides specialized accounting, bookkeeping, and grant management to ensure nonprofit organizations remain fiscally responsible to donors and grantors . The "Grant Ready" Assessment: Before applying for funding, nonprofits complete a checklist auditing their 501(c)(3) status, bylaws, board structure, and website storytelling alignment . Strict Grant Reporting: Because 95% of grants are designated for specific programming rather than general operations, strict tracking and reporting are critical for receiving future awards . Sustainable Operations Budgeting: Candace advises that founders should avoid funding their mission out of pocket long-term, advocating instead for strategic corporate sponsorships, donor plans, and operational budgeting . Community Success Story: Kimball Ridge assisted Rising Builders in McKinney with web optimization, financial planning, and gaining approval for Texas Workforce Commission technical training funding . Expert Advisory Network: The firm collaborates with a specialized grant writer (a former attorney based in New Hampshire) to write compelling proposals that resonate with grantors . Dedicated Workspace: Transitioning from a work-from-home setup to Caddo Office Reimagined allowed Candace to boost creativity and focus while networking with fellow local entrepreneurs . Podcast services provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production division of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC. https://www.bluemicstudios.com/ Blue Mic Studios is located in Frisco at the Westridge location of Caddo Offices Reimagined. https://caddooffices.com/ #KimballRidge #CaddoConvos #NonprofitManagement #GrantReadiness #GrantWriting #NonprofitAccounting #DFWBusiness #NorthTexasNonprofits #FiscalResponsibility #Entrepreneurship Candace Ford, Kimball Ridge Advisory Services, Caddo Convos, nonprofit accounting, grant readiness, grant management, nonprofit funding, North Texas business, operational bookkeeping, grant writing

Who has been a guest on Caddo Convos

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Tuba Fidan
• Misty Koehn
• Scott Vowinkle
• Jessica Jones
• Alissa Roberts

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 54 / 100

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Quality

96

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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