Making the Move from Executive Leadership to Business Ownership with Tim Barger

Enrich Your Empire with Richie Huffman · Jul 28, 2026 · 16m

What does it take to leave a successful corporate career and build a business of your own?

In this episode of Enrich Your Empire, Richie Huffman sits down with Tim Barger, owner of the coming soon Celebree School of Matthews, to discuss his transition from corporate leadership to franchise ownership.

Tim shares how his background in athletics, staffing, consulting, and team development shaped his leadership philosophy and inspired him to build a business centered on growing people and making a meaningful impact in his community.

Key takeaways include:

• How a team-first mindset strengthens…