Espresso with Entrepreneurs – Matt Moreau
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
1w ago
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Espresso with Entrepreneurs! In this episode, we get a glimpse into the life of Entrepreneur and avid Outdoorsman Matt Moreau of Clever Rabbit Throwing Club and Clever Rabbit Forge. Matt ceremoniously burned his day-job certification on FaceBook as he took the leap into Entrepreneurship full time and has continued to grow his business while doing what he loves. A native Kansan, Matt artfully combines his love of the outdoors with timeless craftsmanship, education and tourism in his North Carolina home. We hope you enjoy the episode and, as always, stay i ..read more
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Julianna Dodson – Hanna Grimes and Radically Rural
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
1w ago
In this edition of Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast, Don Macke with e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems hosts Julianna Dodson with both the Hanna Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship and lead with Radically Rural. Don and Julianna have a conversation about the importance of the Hanna Grimes Center and take a deeper dive into the Radically Rural initiative. The Hanna Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship is a model initiative.  Radically Rural is a rising rural entrepreneurship movement.  Julianna is a leader in the field of community-center rural entrepreneurship.  She is based out of ..read more
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Espresso with Entrepreneurs: Christian Calliham
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
1M ago
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Espresso with Entrepreneurs! How often do we get to talk about show cattle taking over a downtown business district? Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Christian Calliham, a distinguished figure from the world of agriculture and entrepreneurship. Christian, known for his founding role in the Aggieville Showdown (and a former YEC participant), joins us to share his journey, insights, and fervor for the intersections of agriculture, Aggieville, and entrepreneurship. We hope you enjoy the episode and, as always, stay inspired and keep brewing success ..read more
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Ron Zeigler: CEDA – Community Economic Development Associates
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
1M ago
In this edition of Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast, Don Macke with e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems hosts Ron Zeigler, President and CEO of Community Economic Development Associates or CEDA for short.  Don and Ron’s conversation focuses on CEDA’s current and emerging work with smaller rural communities in the upper Midwest.  CEDA has an innovative service model worthy of consideration and replication in other parts of rural America. Ron is a leader in the field of community economic development and this podcast will explore his journey as well ..read more
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Patti Norris: GRO
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
3M ago
This episode of Pathways to Rural Prosperity features Patti Norris, who is the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Builder supporting all of the GRO communities. After many years working with innovative Silicon Valley ventures, for the past 10 years, Patti has been training and advising hundreds of Oregon businesses as a Business Advisor for the Small Business Development Center and inspiring the next generation of business leaders as a faculty member in the Business and Computer Science departments at Central Oregon Community College. In addition, Patti is an entrepreneur in her own right, having found ..read more
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Luke Mahin: Economic Developer, Entrepreneur, Community Coach
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
4M ago
In this edition of Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast Don Macke with e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems hosts Luke Mahin from Courtland, Kansas population 290.  In this episode we cover a lot ground given Luke’s work a rural economic developer, entrepreneur with a relatively new brew pub and his role a community coach with E3 Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Nebraska.  This conversation shares insights from a remarkable journey relevant to a large swath of our audience ..read more
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Espresso with Entrepreneurs: Clifton Taulbert
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
5M ago
This episode of Espresso with Entrepreneurs features Mr. Clifton Taulbert, noted Entrepreneur, Author and Businessman. Clifton is the man who introduced Stairmaster to the world, and is known as “One of America’s Most Outstanding Black Entrepreneurs” – Time Magazine. He is also the speaker of choice for Harvard University, US Federal Reserve, Bank of America and US Pentagon.  On top of all that….he is the President and CEO of both Freemount Corporation, and Roots Java.  Grab your cup and settle back for some incredible insight on Entrepreneurship and success from Clifton Taulbert! &n ..read more
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Jackson Swearer – STARTUP Hutch Ecosystem Building in Hutchinson, Kansas
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
5M ago
In this edition of Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast, Don Macke with e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems hosts Jackson Swearer, the Entrepreneur Navigator and Director with STARTUP Hutch serving Hutchinson and Reno County, Kansas. This community in South Central Kansas is both urban and rural with a rich history of entrepreneur-focused community economic development. In this episode Don and Jackson reflect on this entrepreneurial ecosystem story with lots of lessons for other communities seeking to make entrepreneurship the foundation for all development ..read more
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Espresso with Entrepreneurs: Dave Hill
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
6M ago
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Espresso with Entrepreneurs!  Today we’re joined by Dave Hill, from Mid-America Bank. Get ready for a deep dive into Dave’s extensive banking experience and his remarkable entrepreneurial journey. Dave is not only a banker, he’s a community-driven visionary who has transformed Baldwin City and Douglas County, Kansas, through his commitment to entrepreneurship and redevelopment.  He discusses how important mentorship and a commitment to personal finance is to entrepreneurs. Grab your favorite coffee, settle in, and explore how Dave’s passio ..read more
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Espresso with Entrepreneurs: Prickly Pear Farm and Home
Pathways to Rural Prosperity with Don Macke
by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems by Network Kansas
6M ago
In this edition of Espresso with Entrepreneurs Podcast, Lea Ann pulls up a chair and enjoys a cup of coffee with Ellie Bowman of Prickly Pear Farm and Home in Kinsley, KS.  As the average age of small business owners in our rural communities keeps bumping upward, Ellie is bucking that trend.  Arguably one of the youngest lumberyard owners in America, Ellie purchased her lumberyard last year, at age 21, and has been working hard all year to make improvements and expand its offerings – all while being mindful to give back, and mentor other young entrepreneurs along the way.  Join ..read more
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