Business Boon(e)

Two conversations. Two perspectives. One reminder: building a business well takes both smart structure and the willingness to think differently. In this Business Boon(e) mashup, Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum bring together two conversations that explore different ways of building a stronger business. Aleasha J. Boling breaks down the legal structures every business owner should understand, while Ra...

Some conversations are too good to only hear once. We’re bringing one of our favorite Business Boon(e) conversations back into the spotlight with Sarah Myer, Chief of Staff & Strategy at Indiana Sports Corp. What does it take to transform Indiana into one of the world’s premier destinations for sporting events? Sarah takes us behind the scenes of Indiana’s growing sports strategy—from champion...

In this special Business Boon(e) mashup, we're looking at what happens when communication, collaboration, and community investment come together. Hear from Joe LePage, Communications & Community Development Director for the City of Lebanon, on communicating through growth, building trust, telling Lebanon's story, and keeping a changing community connected. Then, Julie Reagan, CEO of the Boone...

We’re mixing things up with a special podcast mash-up featuring two conversations about navigating change and finding opportunities along the way. Mia Schulte of Lockstep Realty shares how career pivots during the pandemic shaped her approach to growth and resilience, while Shad Tidler, Sales Transformation Consultant with Lushin, dives into adapting sales strategies, keeping pipelines moving, and...

In this episode of the Business Boon(e) Podcast, Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies sit down with Jerry Johnson, Founder of Egis IT Security, to uncover a business blind spot that’s easier to overlook than you might think. Jerry cuts through the complexity to reveal the risks hiding in plain sight, the small mistakes that can have big consequences, and simple steps that can...

This special Boone County Chamber Podcast episode is a mash-up of two conversations featuring Shad Tidler of Lushin and Matt Maudlin, owner of Memo Marketing. Sales and marketing go hand in hand when it comes to growing a successful business. Shad shares strategies for building stronger sales processes and leadership, while Matt discusses the power of marketing to connect businesses with their cus...

In this special Business Boon(e) mash-up episode, hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies revisit some of Sean Reaves Director of the Boone County Chamber most memorable conversations, highlighting the insights, leadership, and vision that continue to shape Boone County's business community.

In this episode of the Business Boon(e) Podcast, Shawna Lake and Matthew Albro of Deep End Talent Strategies sit down with Anita Bowen, Executive Director of BCCSI, to explore how the organization has evolved to meet the changing needs of Boone County. Anita shares the story behind BCCSI's mission and how the organization is dedicated to helping Boone County residents remain connected, independent...

On this episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies uncover the journey behind Collin Green and R.T. Green of Team Green Law to explore the story, values, and vision behind the firm they’ve built together. From their Hoosier roots and unexpected paths into law to the unique experience of building a business as father and son, Collin and R.T. share...

In this special mash-up episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies pull together the best moments from two standout conversations into one. Missy Krulik, Executive Director of The Heart of Lebanon, and Allyson Gutwein, Executive Director of Discover Boone County, to talk about what's driving Boone County's economy — and now their insights are comb...

In this warm and freshly brewed episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies sit down with Erika Steele, owner of Just Love Coffee in Carmel and her newest location in Lebanon, Indiana. Erika shares what inspired her to bring Just Love Coffee to life and how she chooses the communities she calls home. We dive into the “Just Love” philosophy and how...

In this compelling episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Matthew Albro of Deep End Talent Strategies sit down with Kassie Frazier, Executive Director of Sylvia’s Child Advocacy Center, for an insightful conversation about the critical role child advocacy plays in building stronger communities. Kassie shares how Sylvia’s Child Advocacy Center supports children and families throughout B...

On this special mash-up episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies bring together two dynamic conversations with business leaders who are helping shape the future of their industries. Join Shane Conner President of ATEC Electrical Contractors and Humberto Yanes President & CEO of HYCO Logistics as they share their entrepreneurial journeys, les...

What does it take to transform a state into one of the world's premier destinations for sporting events? In this energizing episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies sit down with Sarah Myer Chief of Staff & Strategy at Indiana Sports Corp, a driving force behind Indiana's sports strategy and the organization helping position the state as the...

On this episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies highlight a combined conversation with Dr. Milleman of Lebanon Community School Corporation, Dr. Coffman of Zionsville Community Schools, and Mr. Ramey of Western Boone Schools. Together, they reflect on the changing landscape of Boone County, the evolving needs of students and communities, and ho...

We tackle the topic of mental health in the workplace with experts Dianna Huddleston from Aspire Indiana Health and Laura Weaver from The Cabin. Hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies lead a powerful conversation. Tune in for valuable perspectives and actionable advice.

On this episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies are joined by Mandy Saucerman of Boone Power, one of our valued sponsors, as Boone Power celebrates 90 years of service to its members and community. Together, they explore how the organization is honoring nearly a century of history while intentionally preparing for the future. Mandy shares insig...

On this episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies, sit down with Chris Arnold, Strategic Advisor, Executive Coach at Lasting Legacy Collective and author of his new book From Success to Surrender. Chris shares a deeply personal and practical perspective on what it means to lead when success no longer feels like enough—and how many leaders are ult...

What does it really take to lead a town growing at lightning speed? On this episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies sit down with Katie Barr, Town Manager of Whitestown, to pull back the curtain on one of Indiana’s fastest-growing communities and the leadership behind it. We dive into what a Town Manager actually does, what the day-to-day role...

On this episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies are joined by Dr. John Milleman, Superintendent of Lebanon Community Schools, to discuss the evolving role of public education in a growing and connected community. This episode explores strategic planning, workforce alignment, and the rising expectations placed on today’s school systems. Learn ho...

On this episode of Business Boon(e) with hosts Shawna Lake and Mathew Albro of Deep End Talent Strategies, explore the impact of Serve Day—taking place July 11, 2026. Emma Frazier joins us to talk about how Freedom Church is bringing together volunteers, businesses, and organizations to serve hundreds of families in Boone County. From behind-the-scenes planning to inspiring stories of impact, this...

On this episode of Business Boon(e), hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies sit down with Dr. Rebecca Coffman, Superintendent of Zionsville Community Schools, to explore what it takes to lead one of Indiana’s top-performing school districts and to discuss vision, leadership, and community that go beyond the classroom. From the work happening behind the scenes to evolving...

On this episode of Business Boon(e) with hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies, explore the intersection of creativity and law with Randall Cloe, founder of Cloe Legal, LLC. From advertising designer to owner, Randall shares how a creative mindset shapes problem-solving, decision-making, and innovation in legal practice. Inspiring insights for anyone navigating career ch...

Business is rarely a straight line. Join Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum on Business Boon(e) for a masterclass in reinvention with special guest Ellie Brown. Discover the strategy behind her journey from Shark Tank to Spotlight and how to navigate your own public evolution with confidence. From the high-stakes pressure of Shark Tank to being the lead singer of a rock band and leading in the real esta...

Join us for an engaging conversation on Business Boon(e) with hosts Shawna Lake and Lauren Byrum of Deep End Talent Strategies. How is Lebanon High School preparing students for the careers of tomorrow—and how can local businesses play a role? In this episode, we sit down with Kelli Dennis the Career Engagement Coordinator for Lebanon Community School Corporation to explore what career readiness r...