Gresham Harkless

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About Gresham Harkless

Quick Links My digital business card, current projects and more http://iamgresh.com/ Want to nominate someone (or yourself) for the podcast, blog or show? http://cbnation.co/nominate Want to join CBNation or B2B Brand for visibility & resources? http://ceoblognation.com/join Want to set up a consultation/meeting? http://iamgresh.com/schedule - TLDR: I help entrepreneurs, CEOs, and business owners launch, grow, and market their ventures using media, tech, and franchising. Think of me as YOUR Connection Broker—connecting you to the right tools, people, and opportunities to scale smarter. Looking for a franchise that fits? Need marketing systems that drive growth? Want productivity hacks to get more done? I've got a media library with 1600+ podcast episodes, blogs, and a curated vault of CEO Hacks to help you win—with less stress and more clarity. It’s not about how many hours you work—it’s how you leverage them. Let’s connect and build something meaningful. iamgresh.com - Real growth isn’t just about working harder—it’s about what (and who) you’re connected to. As YOUR Connection Broker, I help entrepreneurs, CEOs, and business owners launch, grow, and market by leveraging the power of media and technology. At Blue 16 Media, we believe in “using media and technology to change lives.” And that’s not just a tagline—it’s the foundation of how I work. Over the years, I’ve learned it’s not about how many hours you work— It’s about how you leverage them. Here’s how I help make that happen: Franchise Broker & Strategic Partner – Think of it like business matchmaking. I connect you to franchises aligned with your skills, goals, and lifestyle from a portfolio of 800+ concepts. Digital Growth Systems – SEO, PPC, AI, automation, web strategy, and visibility—built to amplify your brand and attract the right leads. CEO Hacks – A vault of productivity & efficiency tools to help you operate smarter and scale faster. CBNation's CEO Media Library – 1600+ podcast episodes, blog posts, 600+ videos and insight from thousands of business leaders to help you grow confidently and intentionally. 🧠 I’ve been honored as a 40 Under 40 leader in Northern Virginia and Alexandria, and featured among 50+ Black Marketers on the Rise—but what matters most is using that experience to help you win. Let’s collaborate and unlock what’s possible. Connect at iamgresh.com “If you run your race, you can’t lose.”