Commonwealth Connections

Send us Fan Mail AND WE'RE OFF! Seasons 2 is here. With more interviews, more lessons, and more content than before. Bringing you the stories and lessons from entrepreneurs across the commonwealth. Tune in each week for new episodes. Connect with us: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CommonwealthConnections Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commonwealth_connections/ Contact us by email: da...

Send us Fan Mail Zack Wallace started Abri in Chicago before moving it to Lexington, KY. Starting his career in finance at a top company in Chicago and becoming their top advisor within a few years. Zack started Abri to ensure clients receive the best advice for how to grow their business. Check out more about Abri at: https://abri.io/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson...

Send us Fan Mail Harold is a grief counselor in Lexington, KY. He comes on to discuss how through his own experience with grief and a timely job change he opened up his practice and the future plans he has to grow it. Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsurancegroup.com or culverscky@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail Anthony is the owner of Eden Companies in Lexington, KY. He comes on to chat about everything real estate. From getting started and how to get started, to his experience investing in single family, student housing, and apartment complexes. As well as investing in other industries such as HVAC and Insurance. Find out more about Eden Companies at: https://www.edencompanies.com/ Comm...

Send us Fan Mail This week Jeremy Buchanan comes on from Paris, KY. We dive into his story as a distillery owner about his long family history in Bourbon and where the industry is today. Check out Hartfield & Co. Bourbon and distillery tours at their website below: https://www.hartfieldandcompany.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts...

Send us Fan Mail Alex is one of the founding owners of Goodfellas Pizzeria. Starting on Mill St in downtown Lexington, Goodfellas now has 10 locations with 2 more coming soon in Columbus, OH and Nashville, TN. In this episode we discuss how Goodfellas started, how they choose new locations, and the impact of national media from Barstool Sports. Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson a...

Send us Fan Mail This week we chat with Jason Cummins about his time with the military. Ending his military career with the University of Kentucky ROTC he moved into a position with Horizon Performance to bring their leadership training model from military recruitment into college athletics and the commercial sector. You can check more about horizon performance at: https://horizonperformance.com/...

Send us Fan Mail Hunter Jablonski comes on to discuss starting Junk Magicians out in Reno, Nevada. Then moving to Lexington to open another location as well as Demolition Magicians. You can contact Hunter and his businesses at: https://junkmagicianslexington.com/ (859) 533-1420 Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@no...

Send us Fan Mail Clay is the owner of Creative Caddie. A video marketing company in Lexington, KY. Starting Creative Caddie out of his graphic design background and his career as a Caddie on the PGA Tour. Clay comes on to talk about his time as the UK mascot, being a professional Caddie, and the details of Creative Caddie. You can contact Clay and Creative Caddie at: https://creativecaddie.com/ 85...

Send us Fan Mail Adam comes from a family deeply rooted in the Horticulture industry. He joins us to talk about his experience learning the industry, pitching software to Walmart, and ultimately starting Silver Fern alongside Stephen Vanwingerden and Kevin Short to provide modular  ERP softwware for growers across the nation. Check out more about Silver Fern at: https://silverfern.com/ Commonwealt...

Send us Fan Mail Joey Svec comes on to talks about creating Building The Bluegrass. A one stop shop for real estate needs, whether is it's buying or selling a home, to renovation or complete new build construction. Find out more about Building The Bluegrass at: https://www.buildingthebluegrass.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of...

Send us Fan Mail Nikki is an integrated health practitioner in Central KY. Nikki comes on to share how she got started in the business and what it looks like working with her clients. You can contact Nikki at: nikkikoval4@gmail.com or her instagram @naturalnikkiwellness Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsura...

Send us Fan Mail David Jude is the owner of DPJ Consulting in Lexington, KY. After a full career and retiring from the State Police, David turned to starting his own business as a private investigator. He comes on to discuss what all goes into the business, the challenges dealing with emotional cases, and working with the KY legal system. You can get in contact with David at their website:\ http:/...

Send us Fan Mail Born in Western KY but growing up mostly in Central KY. Co-host of the podcast Weston Wilson gives his background, life lessons, and an insight into his start as a Culver's Franchise owner. Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsurancegroup.com or culverscky@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail Dawson Fields is an insurance broker at Nova Insurance Group in Nicholasville, KY. On this episode we dive into his background and past careers that led into his current role and becoming a host on the Commonwealth Connections Podcast. To contact Dawson regarding the podcast, discuss insurance, or chat about Lexington. You can reach him at 859-618-9009 or dawson@novainsurancegroup...

Send us Fan Mail DH comes on to dive into the story of building one of the largest breweries in Kentucky. After starting in 2012 you can now find their locations in Lexington, Georgetown, and Louisville, as well as in stores in multiple states. To find out more about the still growing Country Boy brand, check out their website below: https://countryboybrewing.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hoste...

Send us Fan Mail Mary Ann has had Top Mops Cleaning Service for the last 11 years serving central KY. Top Mops provides residential cleaning services and they pride themselves in offering free cleanings to cancer patients. You can find out more about them at their website or sign someone you know battling cancer up for a free home cleaning. https://topmopscleaning.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KC...

Send us Fan Mail Ronny is the current owner of The Bleed Blue Group handling home buying, selling, and flipping. His previous businesses he's started and been involved in include Bleed Blue Contracting, Bleed Blue Landscaping, and Bleed Blue Ink tattoo shop. You can check out more about The Bleed Blue Group at: https://bleedbluegroup.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson an...

Send us Fan Mail Rob currently owns Reaction MMA in Nicholasville, KY. With a successful career competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a 3rd degree Black Belt. Rob's passion is coaching those in Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and boxing. You can find out more about Reaction MMA at: https://www.reactionmma.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the s...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. David Lambert started Equine Analysis in 1987. With degrees from Liverpool University and Cornell University. Dr. Lambert has spent decades researching horses and offers consulting services to horse industry leading owners and breeders. You can find out more about Equine Analysis at their website: https://www.equineanalysis.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wil...

Send us Fan Mail Allen Warford is the Co-Founder of Inndoorsy, working to design, build, and host unique short term rentals across the bluegrass. Formerly Allen has had ownership in multiple businesses including A Cup of Commonwealth, Chocolate Holler, Bluegrass Beats, and Warford & Co. You can find out more about Inndoorsy at: https://www.inndoorsy.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by W...

Send us Fan Mail Brewster currently operates McLeods Coffee House on Southland Dr.  Brewster comes on to talk about his time working for Southland Christian Church, starting Jesus Prom, and ultimately starting Mcleods Coffee House to employee VIPs with disabilities. Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsuranceg...

Send us Fan Mail Viorika shares her experiences of her family immigrating to America, starting side jobs, and ultimately starting Brevede Coffee Company and the future plans of where to take it. Check out their website and social media at: https://www.brevedecoffee.com/ https://www.instagram.com/brevedecoffee/?hl=en Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect...

Send us Fan Mail Jordan is the owner of Zilla Meals based out of Somerset, KY. Zilla Meals provides customizable pre-made meals that can be kept fresh and stored for months. Zilla Training and provides personal training and coaching by Jordan. You can learn more about both on their website as well as social media: https://zilla-meals.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jordanzilla/?hl=en Commonwealth C...

Send us Fan Mail Rob and Diane come on to share their experiences working in the restaurant industry. Rob and Diane have been involved working with Hard Rock Cafe, ESPN Zone, Saul Good, to currently owning DV8 Kitchen. Providing food while also employing and empowering those going through rehab. Check out their website below: https://dv8kitchen.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wil...