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Broken Yoke Ranch, owned and operated by Darrell and Dawn Fleming-Kendall, is located right in Thompson Ohio. They provide fresh quality produce as well as different meats and poultry at great prices, that can all be found in their farm store called the Oxe Shoppe. This is all awesome but that’s not it, what they really excel at is providing hope and training to people with barriers to employment....

Les Murphy, with Delta Sales Associates Inc. is not just a business owner helping his industry in a huge way, he is also an incredible community member with his involvement in the Chardon Chamber, his interest in being a solid father, husband, and foster parent for 4 legged creatures as well and children. Delta Sales is a leader in on-site calibration services. They specialize in instrumentation t...

This week, Dave talks with Tania Bertolone, Founder and Director of The Learning Café (TLC), a homeschool enrichment community located in the heart of Chardon. Hear Tania converse about the role TLC plays in our community: adding freedom, flexibility, and choice to the families of northeast Ohio. Their mission is to "create a nurturing and loving community that prioritizes individual wellbeing and...

ALLERGY SEASON IS UPON US!!!! In honor of spring making its way into Chardon, we decided to have a repost featuring SALTY! Owners Candice and Brandon Zinner created Salty as a place for anyone to relax, recharge, and rejuvenate after experiencing the benefits of integrating halotherapy and natural remedies into their own self-care. Candice, specifically, discovered it helped with her allergies mos...

The "scoop" on a local favorite...KING KONE!!!!

Learn how this married couple compliment their businesses and dreams, along with raising their 1 year old handsome little dude. Did you know Erica finds her success with the incredible amount of collaborations she puts together with businsnesses and also her fashion sense. Nate, also a Geauga Co Sheriff (Thank you for your service) gives other first responders opportunities to work with his busine...

A behind the scenes look into the 3rd annual Restaraunt week in Chardon. Have you wondered how it got started, who is involved, or how it impacts our community in a great way? Have a listen to this weeks podcast episode highlighting the amazing people behind Chardon Restaraunt week. Find out more information by going to  https://www.chardonrestaurantweek.com   Thank you to the following great peop...

This week, Dave talks with Sylvia McGee, President of the Chardon Square Association regarding events in the upcoming months. Be sure to mark your calendars for these! Don't forget to subscribe to the Chardon Square Association Newsletter for all events at https://chardonsquareassociation.org/

Dave collaborate with Melissa Ricco, Executive Director of the Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce. Engaging in conversation about new Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and "all things local" going on in our community during the first quarter of 2023. Hope to see you at Alvords Insurance Ribbon cutting THIS THURSDAY at 5! Are you a business owner in Chardon, or care about Thinking Local, stay up to date with...

Happy Monday! Part 2 of the Square Up Barbershop podcast episode with Chad Horvath. Give a listen to hear Chad's amazing backstory. Everyone loves a true underdog story and Chad's is as inspirational as it gets!

This week your host, Dave Nelson, talks with Chad Horvath, Owner of Square Up Barbershop located right on our Chardon Square. Featured in The News Herald, "Unlike the shops of old, Square Up reflects a modern industrial look featuring warm woods, strong metals and other trimmings." You can hear the passion behind Chad's story. Dave loves his haircuts so much, he has vowed to be a lifelong customer...

This week, your host Dave Nelson talks with Kimm Leininger, Present & CEO of Geauga Growth Partnership. GGP strives to create Leading Business Growth in Geauga County. Geauga Growth Partnership’s mission is to enhance the economic climate in Geauga County by attracting new business, supporting existing businesses, and preparing the workforce of the future.

This week, Dave chats with Catherine Wolcott, founder and owner of G.A.R. Horizons Freezer Meats. G.A.R. Horizons has been raising quality meats since 2009. First generation, no Farmers in the family, starting from scratch! Animals are raised with love and care, they are grown naturally, hormone free, steroid free and GMO free. Animals feed is made at the farm by Steve with his John Deere tractor...

Dave interviews Jake Kouwe, founder of Chardon Polka Band and new owner of Chip's Clubhouse. Hear Jake's inspiring story as he discusses the early years of the band and the inspiration behind his early love for music. This two part episode is perfect entertainment for the family roadtrip this holiday season. Don't forget to check out Chardon Polka Band's music and upcoming shows! Thanks Jake! As D...

Dave interviews Jake Kouwe, founder of Chardon Polka Band and new owner of Chip's Clubhouse. Hear Jake's inspiring story as he discusses the early years of the band and the inspiration behind his early love for music. This two part episode is perfect entertainment for the family roadtrip this holiday season. Don't forget to check out Chardon Polka Band's music and upcoming shows! Thanks Jake! As D...

Your host of Chardon BIZ interviewed Catie Traffis, owner of Dottie’s Flower Farm, Sweets on the Square, a wife, mother of 3 great kids, member of Chardon Square Association and much more. Here a fabulous story which was recorded on Catie’s farm in Chardon. Get more information on here farm and offerings here https://www.dottiesflowerfarm.com PS, did you know they have donated all the candy for th...

Q4 update with Melissa Ricco, Executive Director of the Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce and Heather Means Vice Mayor and member of the Economic Development team Discussion: Events that took place in October, ribbon cuttings coming up in November, current business development in Chardon, vision and current implementation of resources the Chamber has available for businesses in Chardon. Dates of no...

Q4 Chardon Square Association update with Sylvia McGee, President and Ed Slusarski Vice President Discussion: What and who is the Square Association. Upcoming events for Halloween and Christmas. Shout out to Elliot Miller @scuze.me.i.arted, artist who painted the mural at 106 Water Street and the Giving Garden. Dates of note (Read more on Chardon Square website) Oct 31 from 7:30-8 Halloween on the...

This week your host, Dave Nelson, CEO of Chardon Physical Therapy, sits down with Dave Johnson, President of Mapledale Landscaping !What a pleasure it was to sit with Dave and discuss the history of Mapledale, his amazing team who operates it and the passion involved in running a local business. If you would like to leave feedback or have any comments, please reach out to dave@chardonpt.com

Check out this week’s mini-episode to discover some exciting updates for our podcast and the Chardon Physical Therapy practice! Although we are in the midst of a short hiatus through August, we can’t wait to catch up with you in September! Please rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! If you would like to nominate your favorite business for a featured episode, please reach out to team@chardonpt.com

Combatting mental burnout and the physical symptoms that typically accompany it can be hard, but it doesn’t have to be… This week your host, Dave Nelson, chats with Tina Butt of Qualified Wellness Solutions about the importance of becoming your own advocate! Please rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! If you would like to leave feedback, please reach out to team@chardonpt.com

We are all smiles about this next episode! Your host, Dave Nelson, met up with Dr. Brian from Chardon Smile Center . Their chat on the Square is full of laughs as they discuss Brian’s career and his passion for his patients. Please rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! If you would like to leave feedback, please reach out to team@chardonpt.com

We’re kicking off this week with a legendairy interview! Your host, Dave Nelson, gets the inside scoop on one of Chardon’s favorite heart-warming duos! Listen this week for the play-by-play with Mitch and Gail of KingKone ! Please rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! If you would like to leave feedback, please reach out to team@chardonpt.com

This week on Chardon Biz, your host Dave Nelson is delivering a special BONUS episode with Bill Cox! (If you haven’t had the chance, make sure you listen to Part 1 , Part 2 , and Part 3 !) In this final episode, Bill tells us what’s next, and what’s in store for his future (spoiler, his future may be outside of Chardon!) On behalf of all of us at Chardon Biz, we are so grateful for the time and th...

In this week’s episode of Chardon Biz, your host Dave Nelson continues to uncover the story of Bill Cox. (Check out Part 1 and Part 2 here!) In episode three, Bill tells us how he navigated the complicated aspects of the pandemic and how he expanded CAF and created Comic Art Live . Please rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! If you would like to leave feedback, please reach out to team@chardonpt....