What happens when a Silicon Valley founder and a master yoga teacher take over one of Northern California’s most beloved yoga studios? In this inspiring episode, Mark sits down with Andrea Spacek and Heather Harmon, the powerhouse duo behind East Wind Yoga, to talk about how they’re fusing entrepreneurship, leadership, community, and wellness into a mission-driven business. Andrea is a teacher of teachers, a spiritual guide, and a yogi dedicated to helping people reconnect to purpose and embodiment. Heather is a 4x founder and angel investor who helped lead RedDoor to a successful acquisition by Opendoor—and now brings her startup savvy to the business strategy behind East Wind. 🔥 Topics Covered: • The entrepreneurial journey of taking over a legacy yoga studio • Building community and leading through service, not ego • Why yoga is more than just fitness—it’s a leadership tool • Work/life integration for ambitious women and single moms • The power of breathwork, sound healing, and spiritual travel • Creating sacred space for transformation, in the studio and beyond Whether you’re a business leader, wellness advocate, or simply looking for inspiration on living fully and leading with heart, this episode is for you. 👉 Subscribe for more powerful conversations with local entrepreneurs who are making an impact in the Sacramento region and beyond. 🔗 Learn more about East Wind Yoga: Website: https://www.eastwindyoga.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EastWindYoga Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/east_wind_yoga/ 💬 Comment below: How has yoga or mindfulness impacted your leadership or entrepreneurial journey? #EastWindYoga #YogaCommunity #MindBodySpirit #WomenEntrepreneurs #LeadershipThroughYoga #YogaLife #WellnessJourney #WorkLifeBalance #EntrepreneurLife #HotYoga #SacramentoYoga #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualLeadership #YogaForEntrepreneurs #MarkHaneyShow _______________________________________________________________ If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. - Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_​... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney​ Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney​ Website: http://haneybiz.com​ Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273​ Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney - This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement. #thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento #SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor #Podcast

🚜 How do you build and sustain a multi-generational family business in a highly regulated state like California? Ken Monroe, CEO of HOC Holdings (parent company of Holt of California), joins Mark Haney to discuss the growth and evolution of one of the region’s most impactful businesses. In this episode, Ken shares insights on: ✅ The state of construction & agriculture industries in California ✅ How Holt of California has grown to 900+ employees ✅ The role of technology and automation in heavy equipment ✅ Succession planning & leadership in a multi-family-owned business ✅ The biggest challenges facing family businesses today ✅ The importance of advocacy through the Family Business Association of California Ken has been instrumental in not only growing HOC Holdings but also in fighting for policies that support family-owned businesses throughout the state. If you’re an entrepreneur, family business owner, or just someone who loves a great business story, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. _______________________________________________________________ If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. - Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_​... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney​ Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney​ Website: http://haneybiz.com​ Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273​ Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney - This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement. #thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento #SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor #Podcast

🔥 What does it take to live a life of purpose, build strong families, and create lasting success? In this powerful episode of The Mark Haney Show, I sit down with Dr. John Jackson, President of William Jessup University, to discuss faith, family, leadership, and the future of entrepreneurship. Dr. Jackson shares his insights on why family is the foundation of success, the role of faith in overcoming challenges, and how education is evolving to prepare the next generation of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and changemakers. We dive into: ✅ The importance of commitment and resilience in leadership and life ✅ How entrepreneurs can transform communities and create generational impact ✅ Why education needs to adapt to equip students for the fast-changing world ✅ How faith and personal discipline help us navigate uncertainty and opportunity This is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, leaders, parents, and anyone looking for inspiration to level up their life and business. 🎧 Tune in now and discover how to win in business, life, and faith! Website: https://jessup.edu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessupu/ X: https://x.com/williamjessup/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessupu/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/jessup-university/ #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Faith #Winning #FamilySuccess #Education #BusinessGrowth #MarkHaneyShow #JohnJackson #Commitment #purposedrivenlife _______________________________________________________________ If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. - Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_​... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney​ Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney​ Website: http://haneybiz.com​ Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273​ Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney - This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement. #thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento #SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor #Podcast