Colorado Business Podcast

In this enlightening episode of the Colorado Springs Business Podcast, we sit down with Travis Bockenstedt, a visionary in the healthcare industry and the spearhead behind Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care. Join us as we delve into Travis's remarkable journey from his roots on an Iowa farm to becoming a pivotal figure in healthcare innovation. Key Highlights: A Unique Path: Discover how Travis&#3...

3 Our guest, Jeff Alexander, shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming a savvy business strategist. He enlightens us on the art of turning ordinary, often overlooked businesses into highly profitable ventures through innovative franchising strategies and astute financial insights. Key Points Discussed: The Power of Boring Businesses: Jeff discusses how seemingly mundane busi...

Join us as we explore the rich culinary landscape of Colorado Springs with Matthew Schniper, a seasoned food critic and journalist. Dive into the world of food critique and its profound impact on local food scenes, including the vibrant gastronomy of Colorado Springs. From his beginnings at Piggly Wiggly to his incisive restaurant reviews and the launch of his Substack platform, Matthew shares his...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by the charismatic Nova, whose journey from the indie band Scars on 45 to the heartwarming TV show Loving Living Local captures the essence of a true artistic evolution. Dive into this heart-to-heart session where music, media, and the magic of local living collide. 🎙️ In This Episode: - Scars to Stardom: Nova shares the underdog story of Scars on 45, a band that o...

In this compelling episode of the COS Business Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Hazzlee, the visionary behind Vehement Visuals, a dynamic video production company based in Colorado Springs. Andrew’s journey is an inspiring tale of ambition, creativity, and the entrepreneurial spirit. His transition from working a traditional job to pursuing his passion for videography full-time showcases the power...

In this inspiring episode of the Colorado Springs Business Podcast, we sit down with Brandi Wilks, the founder of a health-centric meal prep company called Balanced Journey Nutrition. Brandi shares her personal health journey that propelled her into the world of meal preparation and ultimately led to her establishing a business around it. Starting with her struggle of dealing with stress-induced w...

Welcome to Episode #205 of the COS Business Podcast! In this episode, we're sitting down with Rocky Ross, a man who's taken his talents from Hollywood all the way to China. Rocky shares his incredible journey of turning his passions into profits, and how he navigated the cultural and business landscapes of China to build a thriving career. Don't miss this episode if you're interest...

In today's episode, we sit down with the founder of Dope Tees, a local apparel company that's all about community and creating killer designs. We dive deep into the journey of building a business, the importance of community support, and why sometimes strangers can be your biggest fans. 👕 What's Inside: The story behind Dope Tees and its mission The power of community and why stranger...

Today's episode is unlike any other. We're diving into the world of remote work, flexible schedules, and the importance of team building with a very special guest—Mr. Whisker Paws, a talking cat with a knack for business! 🐱💼 👉 What's Inside: The challenges and perks of remote work from a cat's perspective 🏠 How Mr. Whisker Paws got into the business world 📈- The importance of...

Dive into this episode of the COS Business Podcast as we sit down with the multifaceted William "Bill" Bronchick. From mailing out 14,000 postcards to flipping properties in downtown Denver, Bill shares his journey from being a fresh law school graduate to becoming a seasoned real estate investor and author. Discover the evolution of Denver's real estate market, the inception of his...

🎙️ Episode Summary: In this riveting episode of the Colorado Springs Business Podcast, we sit down with James Flowers, a Army veteran turned entrepreneur. James shares his unique perspective on supporting local businesses, the importance of community, and how his military experience has shaped his entrepreneurial journey. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at his DJ business (DJ Shild) that's...

🎙️ Welcome to another episode of the COS Business Podcast! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of gigging, business management, and the art of music with our special guest, Michelle Edwards from Wire Wood Station. Michelle is not just a talented musician but also a recent author who shares her wisdom on how to navigate the music industry. 🎵 What's Inside? 🎵 - The...

🎉 Welcome to the Best of the West Wing Fest in Colorado Springs! 🍗 Dive into this special episode of the COS Business Podcast where we take you behind the scenes of the most exciting wing festival in the West. From sizzling wing flavors (peanut butter and bacon jam, anyone?) to live music, eating competitions, and family fun – we've got it all covered! 🎵 Enjoy diverse musical performances a...

Join us for an inspiring and informative episode as we delve into the world of entrepreneurship and digital marketing with our special guest, Madeleine Costa, the CEO of "Succeeding Small" - a thriving digital marketing agency! In this captivating podcast episode, Madeleine shares her incredible journey as an entrepreneur, starting from her teenage years when she launched her own boutiqu...

Uncover the keys to managing and growing your financial firm with this insightful episode. Dive deep into essential business strategies with our guest Brad Doss, a seasoned financial guy who shares their hard-earned wisdom from years of experience in the field. Discover why constant learning and staying updated with changing laws is crucial for success in today's dynamic financial sector. Expl...

Join us in this episode of the Colorado Springs Business Podcast as we sit down with the founder of High Five Plumbing, Levi Torres. Hear their remarkable journey of evolving from a new construction and remodeling business to a successful residential service plumbing company. Learn about their unique business strategies, innovative marketing efforts, and how they championed excellent customer serv...

Join us in this episode of the COS Business Podcast as we delve into a diverse range of topics. We discuss the art of motivation and how pain can be a driving force towards success. We explore the surprising common ground between political ideologies found in the love for tiny houses, touching on our annual tiny house festival that showcases various simple living structures. The conversation shift...

Join us for an insightful discussion with Brandon Kirk, owner of Planet Duct, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey from juggling two businesses to focusing solely on one. Kirk reveals the challenges he faced, the importance of delegation, and the wisdom he's gathered about when to seize or walk away from opportunities. Learn from his experiences and gain valuable insights into the art of b...

Join special guest Tiffany Wieker in this captivating podcast as she explores the world of salon empowerment, community involvement, and the vibrant city of Colorado Springs. Delve into Tiffany's inspiring journey as she shares her insights on empowering stylists and her successful transition from chair rental to business ownership. Discover the profound impact of Tiffany's charitable init...

Join us as we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Bryan Rossmanith, the innovative mind behind Ignite Experiences. In this podcast, Bryan shares the story of how he turned his passion for fun activities like axe-throwing and LEGO building into a successful business that promotes team engagement at corporate events. Discover how Bryan navigated the world of events, learned new skills, and built...

In this episode, we interview Alex Pellegrino, one of the founding partners of Basis Partners, a civil engineering company based in Colorado Springs. Pellegrino shares his background in engineering, how he got interested in bridge inspection, and the types of projects his company focuses on. We also discuss the challenges of civil engineering, the importance of executing excellence, and the need f...

In this engaging podcast episode, guest Andrew Brown, Director of Recruiting, Marketing, & Communications of Eagle Lake Camps, discusses his personal faith journey and the transformative experiences offered at Eagle Lake. The conversation delves into the significance of community and vulnerability and how genuine connections can foster spiritual growth. Andrew highlights the concept of "t...

🍽️ Dive into the captivating world of flavors with hosts Andrew Hazzlee and Marcus Alvarado as they chat with Lindsey de los Santos, the owner of Zocalo, the hottest new restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs! 🌟 In this episode, explore Lindsey's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful restaurateur. 🔥 Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:22 - Guests Introduction 1:40 - Background...

In this episode of the Colorado Springs Business Podcast, host [Name] interviews James Proby, owner of The Men's Xchange, a unique men's clothing store in Colorado Springs. James shares the inspiration behind the store and how he created a shopping experience that provides affordable business and dress apparel to men, along with proper sizing and wear of the clothes. In addition to discussing The...

In this episode, we dive deep into Gilbert's life journey, from his time serving in the military to his passion for mixed martial arts. Gilbert shares his experience of being deployed overseas and how he discovered MMA as a way to cope with the stresses of military life.  We also talk about Gilbert's time on the Ultimate Fighter reality show and what it was like to compete in front of million...