Mastering Lead$

Join Us at the September AVLMeetup: Mastering Lead$

Let’s learn from the pros about mastering and converting those leads into business.

When and Where?
📅 Date: Tuesday September 9
🕒 Time: 5:30-7:30+
📍 Location: The Mule @ Devil's Foot Beverages, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville 28803

Our Panel of Industry Experts Includes:
🎤 Patrick O’Cain: My entrepreneurial journey started over a decade ago when I left the world of running other people’s kitchens and opened a restaurant of my own. Within 18 months, one location became two—and while the growth was exciting, I didn’t have the systems to keep up. I tried everything to get control of the chaos. Some things worked. Most didn’t. Eventually, I burned out and sold my flagship restaurant in early 2020. Then COVID hit—and instead of stepping away, I leaned back in. I worked hard to keep the second restaurant alive and ended up growing it by over 80% in three years. But the same issues that led to burnout before started showing up again. I knew I couldn’t keep running in circles, so I decided to sell that business too. Not long after, I was introduced to EOS and Outgrow Advising. I watched as these simple systems created real, lasting change—not just in businesses, but in the people behind them. It stuck with me. I realized that if I’d had those tools earlier, my experience would have been completely different. That realization is what led me to where I am now: helping other business owners find clarity and direction through the EOS model and drive predictable revenue growth through Outgrow. Each allows businesses to build something sustainable without losing themselves in the process.

🎤 Dillon Ramsey: Dillon Ramsey is a real estate investor and founder of Highland Home Buyers, a Weaverville-based company specializing in the acquisition and renovation of distressed, off-market properties throughout Western North Carolina. With a passion for revitalizing homes and communities, Dillon brings both strategy and heart to each project. Outside of business, his greatest priorities are his faith and his family. He and his wife Megan are raising their children to live with character and purpose—values that influence everything they do.

🎤Marie Reed: Marie Reed has been an award-winning agent for 10 years in a row and a top producer. Asheville has always been home for Marie and she has worked in real estate for over 17 years. As a result, she is very familiar with the area and the diverse real estate market. In 2001, she graduated from UNCA with a degree in Psychology. Marie values the opportunity to work with people during one of the largest and most exciting transactions of their lives. She truly loves helping people by making the process of buying or selling feel smooth, simple, and fun. Since she has bought, remodeled, built, and sold several homes of her own she is equipped with an intimate understanding of a home’s fundamentals. Marie can offer useful advice about home potentials, resale values, and local real estate trends. Aside from real estate, Marie is a member of Brookstone Church, loves to run and has a passion for kids and animals. Marie is ready to make your home dreams come true.

Join us for a chance to connect with new faces and familiar friends, and maybe pick up some fresh insights along the way. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just curious about real estate, everyone is welcome! Hope to see you there.