Business Over Beer Untapped

🍺 Welcome back to the Business Over Beer Podcast Midwest Edition! 🍺 In this episode, I sit down with Zach Clark and Ian Wenger , the masterminds behind Fifth Ward Brewing in Oshkosh, WI. These guys have built a reputation for balancing creativity with consistency, crafting unique and flavorful beer. In Part 1 , we dive into: 🔥 The origins of Fifth Ward Brewing and their journey from homebrewing...

In this episode of Business Over Beer – Midwest Edition , we sit down with Karl Loewenstein, the founder of Sturgeon Spirits , to explore his journey from being an educator to opening his own craft distillery in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Karl shares how his background in teaching influenced his approach to distilling, the challenges and rewards of launching a small business, and the role the local commu...

In this episode of Business Over Beer , I sit down with the incredible Heather Beck , founder of Heather’s Heroes and K9 Lifeline —but here’s the kicker: I haven’t seen Heather in 30 years! So, naturally, the first question is: What the heck has she been up to?! 😂 Heather shares her journey to building a game-changing business in the dog training world, helping both pups and their humans live bet...

🎙️ Business Over Beer - Untapped: Passages to Success Member Highlight Edition 🎙️ This week, Kim and Ben sit down with the amazing Amanda Goff of Silver Keys Media to discuss some of the most important aspects of modern communication and branding. From A.I. and its growing impact on business to the subtle art of storytelling through body language , Amanda shares invaluable insights for entrepreneu...

Business Over Beer Untapped: Passages to Success Member Highlight Edition is back with another incredible episode dropping this Friday, January 17th! This week, Ben and Kim sit down with Rose Carlson of Stack 7 Strategies to dive into her journey as an entrepreneur and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From busting myths about building a website as a small business owner to sharing her insi...

🎙️ Business Over Beer - Untapped Podcast: Passages to Success Member Highlight Edition 🎙️ Join us as we kick off our special series featuring the dynamic members and community partners of Passages to Success. This week, we sit down with Trevor Hart, CEO of Veita Project Inc. and founder of Vancouver in Real Life (VANWAIRL). Trevor shares his inspiring journey from North Dakota to Vancouver, detail...

Welcome to the first episode of Business Over Beer - Midwest Edition, recorded in the brand-new Untapped Studios ! And who better to break it in with than my good friend and brother-in-law, Will Deppiesse, Commercial Banker for Nicolet National Bank. In this episode, we cover everything from small business lending to making a real impact in the community. Will shares the do’s and don’ts of securin...

In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Monk, founder of The Underdog Mentality and one of the standout voices at ThriveCon 2024. Tyler shares how he’s built powerful partnerships, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, and how resilience can fuel your journey. Oh, and of course, there are plenty of laughs along the way! Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, or just some...

In this episode of Business Over Beer Untapped: ThriveCon Edition , we sit down with Lila Swanberg, owner of The Living Wellness Lounge . Lila shares her remarkable journey from sunny California to Vancouver, her pivot from a 9-to-5 corporate career to small business ownership, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. 🌟 Lila’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and purpose—a must-lis...

In the pilot episode of the Business Over Beer Midwest Edition , Ben Surratt sits down with Grant Pauly, Founder and Brewmaster of 3 Sheeps Brewing, located in the heart of Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Grant shares his inspiring journey from working in the concrete business to becoming the Brewmaster of one of Wisconsin's most beloved breweries. They discuss his unique entrance to the beer industry, some...

Business Over Beer Podcast - Untapped: ThriveCon Edition In this special ThriveCon 2024 episode, I sit down for a quick chat with Marcus Thompson, co-owner of Raise Your Media. Together with his wife, Dominika, Marcus has built an innovative digital marketing business, and we dive into how they got started, what fuels their passion, and the challenges they’ve overcome. We also touch on his breakou...

In this episode of Business Over Beer Untapped , Ben and Kim sit down with Mortgage Broker and host of The Couch GM , Connor Webb. Connor shares the secrets behind his rapid brand success and what inspired him to launch The Couch GM . He talks about his journey in the mortgage industry, how he’s empowering others in the field to harness the power of YouTube marketing, and how he's shaking up tradi...

Join Ben Surratt and Kimberly Keys as they interview Ivory Becker, the innovative owner of Incite Strategies. In this episode, Ivory shares how Incite Strategies is revolutionizing credit repair with a personalized approach, aiming to educate not only consumers but also bankers and mortgage lenders. We dive into her experiences in the Vancouver community, the unique culture she's cultivated within...