Dirt to Sky Business Podcast

Are you doing a lot but feeling like you're about to explode from the workload? In this solo episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, Jordan Hill breaks down the exact strategy she uses to stay productive without burning out: Outcome Stacking. Learn how to ensure every event you host, every video you make, and every meeting you attend achieves multiple objectives simultaneously—from lead g...

In this special episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, host Jordan Hill sits down with the creator and owner of the show, Jesse Peone. They celebrate over one year of podcasting together and dive deep into the logistics of building a media brand, the evolution of their professional skills, and their shared passion for revitalizing the Salem community through innovative events and accessible...

In this episode, host Jordan Hill sits down with Christian Major, the founder of Gravity Lab Jiu-Jitsu. Christian shares his journey from a rebellious youth to a professional grappler and business owner. He discusses the history and evolution of Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of mentorship, and his unique approach to building an inclusive yet highly competitive gym culture in Salem. Whether you are a m...

In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, host Jordan Hill sits down with Jeff Ballard Jr., the founder of Automate and Dominate. Jeff shares his powerful journey of overcoming personal and professional failures to build a successful agency that helps small to medium-sized businesses scale through custom websites and AI integrations. Discover how AI is changing the landscape for local b...

After a year of hosting the Dirt to Sky business podcast and learning from dozens of successful guests, host Jordan Hill shares essential strategies for time management and protecting your calendar. This episode explores how to treat your time like a financial budget, implement effective time blocking, and maintain a healthy work-life balance while growing a business. In this episode, you’ll learn...

In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, Jordan Hill sits down with Jason Conrad, owner of the Salem Capitals, to unpack one of the most unconventional journeys in sports and business. From playing professional basketball overseas to cashing out his savings, 401k, and stocks to buy a team with only $2,000 left in his bank account Jason shares what it really takes to build something fro...

In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, host Jordan Hill sits down with Tom Hoffert, CEO of the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. Tom shares his incredible journey growing up in Salem, the lessons he learned from entrepreneurial grandparents, and how he stepped into leadership during one of the chamber’s toughest financial moments. From “burn the boats” leadership mentality to building...

In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, Jordan Hill sits down with Rob Beckley, High School and Young Adult Pastor at Morning Star Community Church in Salem. Rob shares his journey into leadership at a young age, how he leads large teams of volunteers, builds healthy culture, handles conflict, and protects his family life while carrying the emotional weight of serving others. This con...

From single mom to “million-dollar business builder,” Melody Campbell breaks down what actually grows a business in today’s SEO + AI landscape. In this episode of Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, Melody shares hard-earned lessons from 20+ years in digital marketing, how SEO is evolving alongside AI, why results matter more than credentials, and how resilience, pivots, and people-first thinking create...

Recorded live at Energize & Elevate 2026 , Jordan Hill sits down with Kyle and Lindsay Rouse —a married “power couple” balancing careers, three daughters, and a bodybuilding lifestyle that reshaped their routines, time management, and relationship. They talk about how bodybuilding started for them (almost by accident), why prepping for shows together brought them closer (even when everyone war...

Join Jordan Hill on the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast as he sits down with the legendary Brad Lea, founder and CEO of Lightspeed VT, for an electrifying conversation packed with untold business secrets and hard-hitting truths! ( 0:21 )Brad Lea reveals his personal journey from a "shitbox shack" to building multi-million dollar businesses ( 4:40 ), sharing the pivotal moment he learned the...

Cameron Hanes sits down on the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast to talk about hard work, discipline, and the mindset behind his “nobody cares, work harder” philosophy. He opens up about growing up outside Springfield, chasing his father’s approval, and how that drive shaped the way he approaches life, hunting, and business. Hanes explains his daily “lift, run, shoot” routine, why preparation matters m...

In today’s episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast , host Jordan Hill sits down with her husband and business partner, Mike Hill, to share an honest and powerful conversation about career pivots, leverage, and personal growth. Mike walks us through his journey from the Army National Guard to IT, and ultimately into real estate—where he’s spent the last six years building a successful, people-c...

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Osborn, the new CEO leading Willamette Valley Vineyards into its next era of growth and innovation. From building Wine.com in its early days to stepping into one of Oregon’s most iconic wineries, Mike brings a rare combination of entrepreneurial vision and deep industry insight. He shares what makes Willamette Valley Vineyards so unique, why Oregon wine has c...

In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, Jordan Hill sits down with Christine Lewy, founder and CEO of Divine Complexions — a powerhouse entrepreneur, artist, and leader who built one of Oregon’s most loved beauty brands through vision, grit, and heart. Christine’s journey is all about growth, courage, and stepping into the version of yourself you always knew you could become. If you&#...

In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, John Safi takes us through an incredible journey that began in a small Afghan village and led him through years on the front lines as a U.S. military combat interpreter. Shot in combat and shaped by unimaginable challenges, John later immigrated to the United States, rebuilding his life in Texas, Massachusetts, and now Oregon — the place he prou...

In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, Tim Rist from Discover Oregon Real Estate shares how vision, humility, and service can redefine success. From starting college at 15 and running a business at 17, to helping the City of Corvallis address homelessness, Tim’s story is one of grit, gratitude, and purpose. His upcoming book “Find Your Place” explores how he turned personal challenge...

💬 In this episode of Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, Jordan Hill talks with Josh C., owner of Shadow Protection LLC, a growing Oregon-based security company. Josh opens up about his journey from a tough childhood and military discipline to entrepreneurship and MMA fighting. He shares how his first year of failure revealed his true strength, how faith and resilience shaped his mindset, and why he be...

Develop a greater vision with Jordan Hill on the Dirt to Sky Podcast. Bringing on a powerful aray of guest that exclusively features their talents and respective position in their work and community.💰 What does it really take to build wealth and retire early? In this episode, real estate investor Trevor Howard shares how he went from a 9-to-5 engineer to achieving financial freedom at just 24 yea...

Develop a greater vision with Jordan Hill on the Dirt to Sky Podcast. Bringing on a powerful aray of guest that exclusively features their talents and respective position in their work and community.🥊 From pop-up boxing camps to one of the only all-female boxing gyms in the U.S., Lisa’s journey is a story of courage, growth, and empowerment. In this episode of the Salem Business Journal Podcast,...

Develop a greater vision with Jordan Hill on the Dirt to Sky Podcast. Bringing on a powerful aray of guest that exclusively features their talents and respective position in their work and community. In this episode of the Dirt to Sky Business Podcast, we sit down with Tommy, owner and chef of Salem’s newest restaurant, PINTXO'S. Tommy shares his journey from working in restaurants as a teenag...

Develop a greater vision with Jordan Hill on the Dirt to Sky Podcast. Bringing on a powerful aray of guest that exclusively features their talents and respective position in their work and community. In this episode of the Salem Business Journal Podcast, we sit down with Jesse Peone, owner of the Salem Business Journal. Jesse shares how SBJ has evolved from a traditional print paper into a full-sc...

In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Chris Fischer to learn more about his journey in the world of film and storytelling. Chris shares insights into his creative process, his experiences working across different projects, and what it takes to bring powerful stories to life on screen. We also dive into the challenges and opportunities of the filmmaking industry, the inspiration behind his wo...

Develop a greater vision with Jordan Hill on the Dirt to Sky Podcast. Bringing on a powerful aray of guest that exclusively features their talents and respective position in their work and community. In this episode, we sit down with Matt Budden, co-founder of WORTTTH Advisory, to explore his journey from a Chartered Accountant in South Africa to a visionary leader in relational financial services...

In this episode, we sit down with the founders of Real Accounting to hear the story behind the company. From their personal journeys and the challenges they faced, to how Real Accounting came to life and continues to grow, this conversation offers an inspiring look at the people behind the brand. We talk about their vision, their experiences as business leaders, and what it takes to build a compan...