Tag: Mike Warne
How to Build a Business That Outlasts You with Mina Muirhead (Ep. 4)

How to Build a Business That Outlasts You with Mina Muirhead (Ep. 4)

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Building a successful business requires more than expertise. It requires leadership, the right team, and the ability to evolve as your company grows. Mina Muirhead shares the lessons she’s learned building Facette Medical Spa into one of Northern Colorado’s most recognized businesses.

In this episode, Michael K. Warne, AAMS®, and Tracy Powell-Warne talk about entrepreneurship, leadership, business growth, and the lessons Mina Muirhead has learned while building Facette Medical Spa from the ground up.

Mina, Mike, and Tracy discussed:

  • How Mina’s transition from healthcare provider to entrepreneur reshaped her approach to leadership
  • Why understanding your strengths and weaknesses is critical when building a leadership team
  • The role culture plays in attracting, retaining, and developing exceptional employees
  • How business owners can create organizations that grow beyond the founder
  • Lessons learned from scaling a business, developing future leaders, and embracing new technology
  • And more!

Looking for insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and building businesses that create lasting impact? Explore the full episode and subscribe to Untapped Synergy for more conversations with the leaders shaping Colorado’s business community. 

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Mina Muirhead is the co-founder of Facette Medical Spa in Fort Collins, Colorado. She is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, and national trainer for Allergan. With a background in healthcare and aesthetics, Mina has built a reputation for clinical excellence, leadership, and innovation while helping grow Facette into one of the region’s premier medical spas. Her experience as both a healthcare professional and entrepreneur gives her a unique perspective on leadership, team building, customer experience, and sustainable business growth.

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Building Trust in Public Finance with Ben Mendenhall (Ep. 3)

Building Trust in Public Finance with Ben Mendenhall (Ep. 3)

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What does it really take to build something meaningful in public finance, especially when the safer option is staying where you are? In this episode of Untapped Synergy, Ben Mendenhall shares the realities of leadership, entrepreneurship, governance, and trust in Colorado’s public sector finance world.

In this episode, Michael K. Warne, AAMS®, and Tracy Powell-Warne talk about entrepreneurship, reserve management, governance, leadership, and the evolution of Colorado public finance with Ben Mendenhall, Managing Director of Centennial Government Advisors and operator of the Centennial State Liquid Investment Pool (CSLIP).

Mike, Tracy, and Ben discuss:

  • Why governance and strong reserve policies are critical for Colorado municipalities and special districts
  • The fear of change that many finance directors and boards face when evaluating reserve management options
  • How entrepreneurship impacts leadership, family life, decision-making, and long-term vision
  • Why humility, patience, and discipline matter when building something from the ground up
  • The importance of serving taxpayers through relationship-driven public finance practices instead of transactional models
  • And more!

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Ben Mendenhall is the Managing Director of Centennial Government Advisors and the operator of the Centennial State Liquid Investment Pool (CSLIP). A Colorado native with nearly two decades of experience in public finance, Ben has worked across institutional bond trading, local government investment advisory, and investment pool oversight. Throughout his career, he has partnered with municipalities, counties, school districts, and special districts across Colorado to support reserve management, governance, and investment strategy. Ben launched Centennial Government Advisors in 2024 with a focus on delivering relationship-driven service, operational transparency, and long-term stewardship for Colorado public entities. 

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The Purpose Behind Synergy Capital (Ep. 2)

The Purpose Behind Synergy Capital (Ep. 2)

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What happens when you step away from big institutions and build something intentionally from the ground up? This episode pulls back the curtain on the purpose, pressure, and partnerships behind Synergy Capital.

In this episode, Michael K. Warne, AAMS®, and Tracy Powell-Warne talk about the story behind Synergy Capital, why the firm was created, and how their approach to serving both private clients and public entities is different by design.

Mike and Tracy discussed:

  • How the name “Synergy” came to life and what it represents
  • The early days of building the firm and what organized chaos really looked like
  • Why serving Colorado towns and special districts became a core focus
  • The difference between supporting private clients and managing public reserve assets
  • How trust, relationships, and long-term thinking shape their work
  • And more!

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