Central Illinois Business Leaders Podcast

Does your customer experience stand out in the crowd?  Listen in as Derek and Garrett explain what a "Purple Cow" experience is.  They also describe some businesses that are considered purple cows and have delivered a unique experience.  MOOO!

Josh Kuhl joins the CIBL Podcast to talk about his entrepreneurial adventures.  From raising turkeys and starting a retail ag business, to becoming the Mayor of Newton, IL, Josh has built a great story! Josh is one of the most motivated guests we've have on the show.  You don't want to miss this awesome small town Illinois success story!!

In BIZ TIPS #3, Garrett & Derek talk about books that have made an impact on their business.  They also share books that they recommend to others to help enhance or support your business growth.

Ellen Hite joined the CIBL Podcast to talk about sales leadership, culture building, time management, and executive coaching.    Ellen is the owner of Insider Coaching and Consulting in Decatur, IL.  If you are a business leader interested in spending more focused time on your team and your business, Ellen has the solutions!

In BIZ TIPS #1 we talked about using video for business.  In this episode, we talk about the free or inexpensive tools that we use to produce and edit our videos.   Tune in to hear what tools Garrett and Derek are using to stand out in their marketplace!

Andrew & Laren Dial join us on the CIBL Podcast.  Andrew and Laren are the owners of Peace Lily Metal Works in Effingham, IL.   In this episode they share how they started their metal works business from scratch out of their garage.  This is a great story about 2 true entrepreneurs who ran with an idea and made it a reality.  Hustle til your haters ask if you're hiring!!

In episode #1 of CIBL BIZ TIPS we talk about using video in business.  Statistically speaking, if you are not using video in your business you are behind the curve!   Garrett and Derek talk about why and how they use video.  From reaching out to prospects to presenting video proposals, video is a huge part of D&G's business strategy.  Tune in to snag a few video tips!

Steve Cox, Senior Account Manager with HIBU, joins the CIBL podcast.  Steve shares tons of tidbits about marketing in this episode.  Google listings, customer reviews, websites, SEO, voice technology- we cover it all. If you are a business owner that wants to make your business stand out online, this is the show to listen to.  You'll catch tons of gold nuggets that will help you out...

Casey Dragovan joins the CIBL podcast to share her business and community successes.  We learn how her creativity and out-of-the-box thinking helped her build her clientele base. Casey is a true entrepreneur and shares a number of tips and topics that you can use within your own business.  She also talks about a cool new project that will help spotlight her community's downtown area.

Katie Koester joins the CIBL Podcast to share her marketing and event planning expertise.  We talk about everything from podcasting to marketing with Tik Tok.   If you are interested in taking your business marketing game to the next level, you don't want to miss this one!!

Brandon Lockhart joins the CIBL Podcast to share his inspiring story.  After battling some challenges early in life, Brandon has persevered to become one of Central Illinois' most accomplished entrepreneurs.   His award-winning barber shop and barber college set the tone for his next venture in life.  You won't want to miss this incredible story from Brandon. You can find Brandon at...

Garrett and Derek are joined by Josh Rohrscheib, Attorney at BRE Law.  In this episode, Josh shares his story and explains why Central IL is so important to him.  He also explains how finding a niche in injury law has catapulted his business to the next level.   You can find Josh at: https://rohrscheiblaw.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohrscheib/   You can find the CIBL podc...

Jeff Johnson, Mayor of Shelbyville, joins us on the show!  Mayor Johnson shares some information on the streetscape construction, city hall projects, and phase 3 of the reopen Illinois plan.

Listen in as we interview several representatives from Shelby County CEO.  The CEO program offers an incredible opportunity to our future business leaders.  This show will give listeners insight on what CEO is and what the students think of the program.  

Listen in as we talk with Renee Tucker, owner of Spruce Street Studios.  Renee runs a premiere wedding & event venue in Shelbyville, IL.  She discussed the history of her business, services she offers, and tips for anyone who is planning a wedding.  

Listen in as we talk with Kyle Ladd, Principal of Shelbyville High School.  Mr. Ladd discusses how the school will handle year-end events during the COVID-19 issue.