
Understanding Tariffs: Who Really Pays the Price
Understanding the real cost of tariffs goes beyond political rhetoric. Drawing on my professional experience and insights passed down from my father, a pioneer in global trade, I offer a real-world explanation of why precision matters in tariff strategies and how careless applications can harm businesses and American families alike.

Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI for People and Businesses
Generative AI can help businesses and individuals unlock new opportunities, improve efficiency, and achieve better outcomes. As with any new “tool” or service, though, success depends on how you use it.

The Gathering: Timely Topics, Engaging Conversation, and Insight with the San Diego Business Community
“The Gathering” prioritizes genuine connections and meaningful discussions fireside-chat style. Guests show up, drop titles, and gather as equals. There is food and drink, plus plenty of food for thought.

Make Your Message So Clear Everyone Can Understand It
When a message is not targeted, relatable, simple, unique, or of interest to the recipient it won’t be well received or memorable.

On the Road Again: Adventures in Business, Family, and Loving the Dodgers’ Moves
The last six months have been a colorful blend of business, family milestones, and general sports fervor (go Dodgers!). Like George Bailey, from ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ I am the richest man in town for a lot of reasons…

Play to Your Strengths: You’ll Be Glad You Did
My family taught me a lot about being successful. As the youngest child, I learned by watching my older siblings try, fail, learn from their mistakes, and succeed. I also learned the value of collaboration, communication, and cooperation.

You Can Learn a Lot About Success from Family Dynamics
My family taught me a lot about being successful. As the youngest child, I learned by watching my older siblings try, fail, learn from their mistakes, and succeed. I also learned the value of collaboration, communication, and cooperation.

Striving, Surviving, and Thriving Through COVID and Post-COVID
It’s been a while—at least around the start of COVID—since I reached out with an update. I’m glad to report that both the June household and Barrel O’Monkeyz is striving, surviving, and thriving!

This St. Pat’s Day You Could Win A Free Consult with Barrel O’Monkeyz
In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, Barrel O’Monkeyz is running a special promotion now through March 17 where you could win a free one-hour, one-on-one “beverage” meeting with either the King Monkey himself, Paul June, or BOM’s Account Executive Dina Daglas. This would be a great opportunity for you to explore questions about digital…

Hanging with the Junes in July: News from Monkeyz Nation!
It’s been a while since this King Monkey has checked in with an update on all things monkeyz-related. How have you been? I’ve been great, family’s been great, and business has been great. How lucky am I? First things first, just as Monkeyz Nation continues to grow, so too does the June family. In case…

Be a Mentor: Share Your Expertise and Pay It Forward
Have you ever been a mentor to someone—and I don’t just mean have you ever given someone else advice (who hasn’t?). What I mean is have you ever truly mentored someone? Have you been that adviser, counselor, or guide to someone who’s just starting out or to someone who’s looking to change careers or his…

Happy Holidays from the Barrel O’Monkeyz Team!
Paul June is King Monkey of BARREL O’MONKEYZ, a San Diego-based strategic marketing agency specializing in Sports and Active Lifestyle markets. We serve as a seasoned, outsourced marketing team for companies looking to ramp up sales and launch new products. Our barrel is full of talent and creative arms ready to prove we don’t just…