In The Know In The 920

Making a difference starts with showing up for others. Kelly is joined this week by Portia and Kelly Berghuis, along with special guest Miss Tori Davies, to share the inspiring story behind Portia's Purpose. What began after Portia's leukemia diagnosis at just two years old has grown into a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families facing pediatric cancer across Wisconsin. Now in its seve...

The spaces we use every day deserve thoughtful design. Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Jennifer Allen of Gerhard’s Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Store to explore how great design can transform the way we live. From kitchens and bathrooms to the latest innovations in home technology, Jennifer shares how her team helps homeowners, builders, and designers create spaces that are both functiona...

It’s more than a marathon, it’s a community tradition. Fiona stepping in for Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Julie Johnson of the Fox Cities Marathon to talk about the incredible impact the event has made over the last 35 years. From inspiring stories at the finish line to the dedicated volunteers who make the entire weekend possible, Julie shares why this race has become so much more tha...

Sometimes the biggest risk is betting on yourself. Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Mason Ross of Ross Real Estate Media to talk about his journey from competitive gaming and content creation to building a thriving real estate media business in Northeast Wisconsin. Mason shares how his experiences with YouTube, live streaming, customer service, marketing, and real estate all played a role...

Creativity has the power to bring people together. Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Isiah Driessen and Elyse-Krista Mische of The Cedars Project to talk about their mission of creating a unique community space where artists, musicians, and creatives can connect, collaborate, and share their talents. What started with the restoration of a historic Little Chute property has grown into a vibr...

AI is changing the way businesses operate, and Connor Rehn is helping make that future a reality. Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Connor of Sunnyverse to talk about his journey from writing song lyrics and experimenting with ChatGPT to building custom AI and automation solutions for businesses. Connor shares how a simple curiosity about AI turned into a passion for creating tools that sav...

Technology can make or break a business. Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Alex Novak of Lakeland Care Plus to talk about the growing importance of IT support, cybersecurity, and technology solutions for small businesses. From secure email systems and cloud backups to website support, AI training, and Google optimization, Alex shares how his team helps businesses stay protected and efficien...

The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in the Fox Cities! Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Dale & Diane of Bleacher Media LLC to talk about the journey behind launching Fox Cities Sports Magazine. From years of experience in graphic design and business ownership to taking a leap of faith into publishing, they share the ups, downs, and sleepless nights that come with building some...

Food is more than just what’s on your plate. Kelly is joined this week by Jeremiah McDuffie of the Oshkosh Food Co-op to talk about the real impact of a community-owned grocery store. From improving access in a local food desert to supporting Wisconsin producers, Jeremiah shares how the co-op is making a difference far beyond the aisles. They dive into the co-op model, new member perks, and initia...

Navigating the mortgage world isn’t for the faint of heart. Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Amy Jo Tetzner of Barrett Financial Group to talk about her journey from marketing and real estate into becoming a trusted mortgage expert. From the challenges of getting licensed to closing over 120 deals during the Covid boom, Amy Jo shares the highs, the pressure, and the lessons learned along t...

From one horse to a full-blown dream. Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Katie Brucks of Lucky Stables to talk about how a passion turned into a career she truly loves. Starting with lessons at a young age and building from the ground up, Katie shares how teaching to afford her own horse quickly grew into a thriving business through hard work and determination. From buying her first horse at...

Turning loss into something powerful. Kelly & Nick are joined by Curtis and Trish Vallier of Battlecorn Global to share the story behind their mission, born from their daughter’s love for giving and carried on in her honor. What started in 2020 has grown into a global movement, sending over 1,400 care packages to children facing unimaginable battles. From the impact of their warrior pillows to...

Built on tradition and driven by purpose! Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Josh Fuller of Packerland Home Improvement to talk about what it takes to run a family business that’s been around for over 50 years. From its beginnings in siding to evolving into a go-to for windows and doors, Josh shares how they’ve grown, adapted to trends, and stayed true to what works. With a small but mighty...

We’ve got something sweet this week! Kelly & Nick are joined by Samantha Johnson of SKD Sugar High to talk about her journey from getting started just a few years ago to growing a buzzworthy cake pop business through local events and farmers markets. From experimenting with flavors to building a brand and chasing the dream of a brick-and-mortar shop, Samantha shares what it really looks like t...

The market is heating up! Kelly & Nick are back this week diving into what’s really happening in today’s real estate market, from median home prices with RANW to the spring and summer surge keeping their team busy. They also mix in some local buzz, trending topics, and what’s happening around the 920 this weekend. It’s a little real estate, a little lifestyle, and a whole lot of real conversat...

We’ve got tequila and vision! Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Bekki Garcia, owner of Calavera’s Fine Fusions, to talk about her journey from a simple conversation during Covid to building a unique experience in Appleton. From shifting concepts, staying ahead of trends, and creating a space for the 30+ crowd, Bekki shares how she works smarter not harder and proves the doubters wrong. Chec...

We've got cupcakes! Kelly & Nick are joined this week by Amanda Cupcake to talk about her journey into the art of crafting delicious and unique cupcakes. Check it out!

You're sure to be invested in this one! We sat down with Daysi Aprahamian from our team to talk about property investing in the Fox Cities. She shared her first-hand experiences and tips for new investors!

Early spring?! The real estate market is already hot! Check out these new listings and some insights into the real estate market! Plus, we share some memories of our grandparents' house, which is now on the market!

On this week's episode, we're joined by Kimberly from Urban Market in Neenah to learn about their family business and how it's adding to Downtown Neenah's roster of awesome local shops!

We are joined by Lawrence University's Trevor Lord and Dr. Elizabeth Becker as they teach us about all of Lawrence's exciting summer programs coming this year! There are so many amazing opportunities to learn & discover new passions!

Kelly & Nick welcomed Wellness 360 founder Sydney Hummell onto the podcast to talk about her company's culture, success, and recent expansion!!

This week, Nick & Fiona spoke with local author Rebecca M. Zornow. We learned all about her works, her writing process, and her newest book Landsome Ruins, which releases in February!

Let's chat about a new way to get your artistic fix! Fiona & Nick met with Jessica Andriessen from the French House of Clay to learn about how her business is helping residents of the 920 expand their cultural horizons with fun, hands-on artwork!

We met with Alyssa Durham, co-owner of Birdie & Co, to chat about the company's business ventures, including The Nest, The Coop, and so much more! Come learn about these unique and fun Fox Cities businesses!