Our passion is seeing you on mission and on FIRE!
MEET THE FOUNDER’S FIRE TEAMOUR FOUNDER
ERIC BECK
Over the past 23 years, Eric Beck has coached over 1000 business owners in the process of systemization, scaling, and getting the free from the daily grind. In the process he has pioneered a proven system called Founder’s Fire that provides down-to-the-minute clarity, as well as a community of accountability to drive the process of reclaiming the fire that leads entrepreneurs on their journey. He has spoken to over 10,000 people live drawing on his experience as a US Army Vet, Jazz musician, Educator, and former Director of Training at Emyth Worldwide.
CEO
OUR TEAM
Sales + Strategy
Peter’s mission in life is to create moments for people to experience joy, laughter, and life change through relationships and community.
Partnering with organizations, entrepreneurs, and business people from different walks of life and helping them to achieve their life goals and mission is what he has spent his career investing in.
Whether it is around the board room table or in the weeds of administrative work, Peter thrives in helping to move projects and vision forward.
Husband to Bobbi for 15 years, father to two amazing boys, Jaxson and Kylan, Peter is passionate about spending time with family, going on adventures, making memories, and sitting around kitchen tables full of laughter and joy!
PETER KERLIN
KEVIN BAISLEY
Senior Acquisitions Advisor
Kevin Baisley is a seasoned deal maker, investor, and business strategist who understands both the mechanics of a strong transaction and the deeper importance of long-term, honorable relationships. As a Senior Acquisition Advisor, Kevin brings a rare combination of corporate experience, entrepreneurial wisdom, real estate expertise, and practical deal-making judgment to business owners, buyers, and investors navigating significant financial decisions.
Kevin’s background gives him a strong command of deal flow, valuation, negotiation, business optimization, and large-dollar transactions. He understands that a good deal is not simply about price or structure. It is about alignment, trust, timing, risk management, and creating a win for all parties involved. His ability to evaluate opportunities with both strategic clarity and relational integrity makes him a valuable advisor for owners considering growth, transition, acquisition, or exit.
After years in corporate America, Kevin and his wife launched a real estate business in 2010. That business continues to operate successfully today and has given Kevin both the lifestyle he desired and broad exposure to entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners across the country. Through that journey, Kevin developed firsthand experience in building sustainable income, managing assets, creating operational leverage, and making decisions that support both financial growth and personal freedom.
Kevin specializes in real estate, investing, acquisitions, business optimization, and the practical realities of building wealth through disciplined ownership. He is especially gifted at helping people think clearly about opportunity, value, risk, and long-term outcomes. His approach is steady, relational, and grounded in the belief that the best business deals are built on trust, clarity, and follow-through.
In his role as Senior Acquisition Advisor, Kevin helps identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities, advise on deal structure, support valuation conversations, and guide business owners and buyers toward wise, sustainable decisions. He brings the perspective of someone who has worked inside corporate systems, built his own business, and walked alongside other entrepreneurs as they pursue growth, freedom, and lasting value.
Kevin is not merely interested in getting deals done. He is committed to helping the right people do the right deals in the right way.
JOEY & GUSS
Senior Acquisitions Advisors
Joey Dingfield is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and Senior Acquisitions Advisor with a strong independent spirit and a growth mindset for recognizing opportunity. He brings a practical, action-oriented approach to acquisitions, investing, and business development, shaped by years of real-world experience, personal discipline, and a willingness to step into challenging situations with clarity and resolve.
Before building his career in real estate and business, Joey served as an EMT and firefighter. That background gave him a deep respect for service, quick decision-making, teamwork, pressure-tested leadership, and the ability to remain calm when circumstances are uncertain. Those same qualities now inform the way he evaluates opportunities, works with business owners, and helps guide transactions where trust, timing, and judgment matter.
As a real estate investor with properties in around the country, Joey understands ownership from the inside. He has firsthand experience evaluating assets, identifying upside, managing risk, and making decisions that support long-term wealth creation. His investment background gives him a grounded perspective on value, cash flow, leverage, and the kind of disciplined execution required to turn opportunity into lasting results.
Joey is especially gifted at seeing possibility where others may only see complexity. His entrepreneurial mindset allows him to look at businesses, properties, and partnerships through the lens of growth, optimization, and win-win outcomes. He understands that the best opportunities are not merely about making a deal, but about creating a structure where all parties can move forward with confidence, clarity, and mutual benefit.
In his role as Senior Acquisition Advisor, Joey helps identify acquisition opportunities, build relationships with business owners, support deal conversations, and bring thoughtful perspective to buyers and sellers navigating important transitions. He values honorable relationships, practical strategy, and successful business opportunities that create long-term value.
STEPHEN KOZIKOWSKI
Senior Acquisition Advisor
Stephen Kozikowski is an entrepreneurial business leader and real estate investor with a proven track record of building, scaling, and exiting multiple ventures. Over the course of his career, he has founded businesses from the ground up, acquired and optimized existing companies, and successfully navigated sales and exits—developing a deep understanding of what drives profitability and long-term value. His experience spans high-ticket sales, operational leadership, and growth strategy, where he has consistently demonstrated an ability to identify opportunity, execute with precision, and deliver measurable results.
With a strong foundation in real estate investing and project management, Stephen has led the acquisition, renovation, and monetization of investment properties while managing multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on efficiency and return on investment. Known for his ability to build and lead high-performing teams, he combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution—bringing a disciplined, results-oriented approach to every venture. His career reflects a commitment to continuous growth, smart risk-taking, and creating scalable systems that drive sustainable success.
MARY BAISLEY
Senior Acquisitions Advisor
Mary Baisley is a disciplined leader, real estate professional, investor, and dedicated public servant whose life and work have been shaped by service, integrity, and commitment to community. As a Marine Corps veteran and retired law enforcement professional, Mary brings a rare depth of experience, resolve, and practical wisdom to every relationship and business opportunity she enters.
After serving in the Marine Corps, Mary continued her life of service through a 24-year career in law enforcement. That background gave her a strong foundation in leadership, discernment, communication, accountability, and trust-building. She understands how to assess complex situations, make sound decisions under pressure, and lead with both strength and professionalism. Those qualities now serve her well in the world of real estate, investing, and entrepreneurship.
Since 2010, Mary has been active as a business owner and real estate investor, building experience across multiple investment strategies, including wholesaling, fix-and-flip projects, rental properties, and syndication deals. Her broad exposure to different areas of real estate gives her a practical understanding of value creation, property analysis, investment risk, deal structure, and long-term wealth building.
In 2011, Mary became a licensed realtor, combining her passion for real estate with her desire to help clients make wise property decisions. Whether working with buyers, sellers, investors, or community members, Mary approaches each relationship with clarity, loyalty, and a service-first mindset. She believes that real estate is not merely about transactions; it is about helping people make decisions that affect their families, finances, and future.
Mary’s commitment to service extends beyond her professional work. As a proud member of the American Legion and the VFW, she remains deeply connected to the veteran community and continues to invest in the people and places around her. She believes in giving back through mentorship, volunteering, supporting local initiatives, and helping others gain confidence as they pursue their goals.
Mary brings together the best of military discipline, law enforcement leadership, entrepreneurial courage, and real estate expertise. Her approach is steady, honorable, and grounded in a genuine desire to help others succeed. She is not only committed to building strong investments and successful outcomes, but also to strengthening the communities and relationships that make long-term success meaningful.
Director of Small Business Acquisitions
Sam Beck serves as Director of Small Business Acquisitions, where he leads the full lifecycle of acquiring and developing businesses—from initial opportunity sourcing to post-acquisition integration and growth.
With a focus on building strong deal flow, Sam oversees a team responsible for identifying both off-market and inbound opportunities, including those generated through educational webinars. He brings structure and clarity to the acquisition process by setting performance standards, refining outreach strategy, and ensuring a consistent pipeline aligned with long-term growth objectives.
Sam plays a critical role in evaluating each opportunity, leading the due diligence process to assess financial performance, operational stability, customer concentration, and overall risk. Working cross-functionally, he helps structure deals—often incorporating creative financing solutions—to ensure each acquisition is both strategic and sustainable.
Beyond the transaction, Sam is deeply involved in what happens next. He coordinates the implementation of proven systemization frameworks, equipping newly acquired businesses with operational structure, KPI visibility, and leadership development to stabilize and scale effectively.
He also works directly with business owners and aspiring buyers, guiding high-level conversations that help clarify fit, uncover opportunity, and define next steps. Known for his thoughtful, advisory approach, Sam is committed to helping others navigate the acquisition process with confidence and purpose.