BEAR Discussions

Joe Winger recently joined Charlie Walker on the BEAR Podcast to discuss his business philosophy- how he has been able to survive the ups and downs of the home building industry, and how he is able to maintain a quality workforce. For Joe the secret is simple- treat his employees, customers, and construction colleagues with respect. He believes honesty should be the foundation of all relationships...

The importance of AquaPonic's role in the agriculture arena - a solution towards eliminating food deserts is uncovered when Charlie takes a trip to Aqua Garden's facility in Rice Lake, WI.

Storyteller extraordinaire and published author, Patti See shares with us what sparks her creativity and makes the "pen flow". Patti discusses her book, Here on Lake Hallie which entails stories of family, friends, and other interesting encounters.

CCO (Chief Connecting Officer), Ginger Johnson is in the studio! Ginger Johnson is the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation's Keynote Speaker for the 2023 Annual Meeting. She is sassy, knowledgeable, and oh so wise in the connecting arena. Ginger deep dives into some of her philosophies and their importance not only in the workplace, but every day life.

Renee Feight, publishing extrodonaire saw a niche and a gap that needed to be filled 26 years ago. Envisioning a guide where educators could find what is working in other teachers' classrooms and read the details of their success was the goal she had in mind. She now has a few successful publicaitons that are distributed throughout the state (and moving into Minnesota) to educators and manufacture...

Jeremiah's Bullfrog Fish Farm is an experience to remember. Many have even made it an annual tradition. An all-in-one spot where you can catch a fish, have it cleaned, and enjoy your shore lunch in the onsite restaurant! Listen along as we chat with Jeremiah Fredrickson, Owner of the fish farm and hear first hand about he and his family's entrepreneurial experiences.

Sara Antonson, Owner of River Bend Winery & Distillery shares with us what got her to take the jump and purchase River Bend. Between mentors and family business partners, Sara and Charlie deep dive into what makes River Bend a success story.

Beekeeper, teacher, engineer, and mom are just a few titles Missy Vircks has. She is an entrepreneur at heart and the owner of VonDraeger Conceptions. She shares with us what keeps her grounded, where it all began, and what the buzz is all about.

Charlie sat down with Dr. Tim Wolter and a few members of his 5826 Avis Automata robotics team to learn what the club is all about. They take their robot, Howard, around to local businesses to showcase their work and compete in competitions. The talent these high school students possess is impressive to say the least and are our future workforce.

Angela Maloney, Executive Director of Agnes' Table and the Legacy Community Center explains what we can do as a community to help our neighbors in need and what it takes to efficiently operate this non profit organization. She emphasizes the importance of removing the stigma and creating a neighbors helping neighbors community we are all proud to be a part of.

Marc Harding from The Harding Group shares his deep knowledge on the topic of working on your business, not just in your business. Business coaching and groups are great tools to utilize for entrepreneurs in all phases and industries of business.

Entrepreneur, Yogi, Nurse Practitioner, Mother, are just a few titles Kelli Cook carries. The owner of The Yoga Plant shares with us what drives her, how she balances home life, what it took to get her where she is today, and what direction she is heading for the future.

The job market goes hand in hand with enterprise. Chippewa River Industries (C.R.I) is a great option for business who are looking to outsource and a place different abled people can get valuable work experience and bring home a paycheck!

The future of Chiropractic Care aligns (no pun intended...okay, maybe it was intended) with an innovative movement to bring services to schools to improve not only student's well being, but also teachers. Dr. Amanda Blonigen shares her vision of the future of Chiro in schools.

Entrepreneur Rachael Drumsta takes the traditional Nordic Sauna and makes it a mobile retreat. From Wellness Retreats to Pop Up Shops, she is ready to accomodate your next Sauna Experience.

Driving down the road, seeing straps flapping from moving vans to semi trucks - Randy Pitzer had an idea to tame the tail and went down the road of entrepreneurism.

Karli Ertmer found a lack of swim lessons available to her young children. She not only want's them to eventually be strong swimmers, but know that basics to survive if they should fall in water.

Experienced Cancer Doula, Stephanie Miller, shares her story and startup. When someone needs a support system whether directly or indirectly affected by the toll cancer can take on a person, Stephanie is there for guidance and support.

This college student wanted an apparel option linked to Wisconsin, but not sports or college affliliated. See what he came up with!

Entrepreneur Lydia Ekenstedt leads the way for childcare revamp and solutions to a shortage of providers.

Raising llama and alpacas for their fleece to make yarn and crochet or knit warm sweaters, rugs, scarves, hats and mittens.

From body builder to budding entrepreneur – Shannon took She Shed to a new level by building her company to a growing Mad fitness shed. Shannon Seyforth discusses staying positive and taking those first steps…

Dina Babb of Vino Cappuccino sits down with hosts Mason Bruhn and Charlie Walker to discuss her life story in a military family along with owning and growing her own business.

Established in April 2011 as a single source Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Engineering and Architecture firm host Mason Bruhn and Charlie Walker speak to one of the founders of CBS Squared about the importance of having an architect on your team.

On this episode of the B.E.A.R Discission Podcast, Sarah Kowa is our guest, where she tells all about her self, business, and how it is ok and necessary for entrepreneurs to ask for help.