Shining Light on Minnesota

Tune in to our latest podcast featuring Ben Footh, a dynamic entrepreneur from the Twin Cities! From mowing lawns at 14 to owning multiple successful businesses, including Footh Auto Sales and Service and Cornerstone Roofing and Restoration, Ben shares his inspiring journey. Learn how his passion, transparency, and embrace of new technologies fueled his success. Ben also discusses advocating for s...

In this episode of Sun Control of Minnesota, Karissa sits down with Kori Shingles, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager at JE Dunn. Kori isn't your typical construction industry professional. She has a background in Parks and Recreation and uses her passion for connecting people to help both businesses and individuals in the construction world. The video dives into Kori's unique career pat...

Join Karissa, Patrick, and Jorge as they dive deep into the ever-evolving world of marketing and AI in this insightful podcast. They unravel the importance of branding, the role of AI in content creation, and effective strategies for SEO, social media, and audience targeting. Discover the power of storytelling, the nuances of dealing with claimed business names, and the profound impact of AI on fu...

In this episode, we meet Jennifer Crowder, the mastermind behind GR Promotions - a promotional product company that's all about helping businesses brand themselves like champions. But Jennifer's story goes beyond pens and mugs. We'll dive into her journey as a woman entrepreneur, how she uses promotional products to turn ideas into empires, and the secret sauce that keeps her ahead of the competit...

This podcast features Missy Scherber from T Scherber Demolition & Excavating, John Nordby and George Trujillo from Kraus Anderson. Missy talks about her journey taking over a demolition and excavation company from her husband and the challenges she's faced being a woman in a male-dominated industry. John and George discuss their experience working in construction and the importance of collabor...

In this episode of Shining Light on Minnesota, Karissa chats with Erika Sherman of MC Tools and Safety. They discuss the importance of safety equipment and training in the construction industry, and how MC Tools and Safety provides essential tools and resources. Discover how this family-owned business aims to support local contractors and protect Minnesota's workers.

In this episode of Shining Light on Minnesota, Karissa chats with Naomi and Jake from Davis Mechanical, a commercial and industrial mechanical contractor based in Minnesota. The discussion covers their entrepreneurial journeys, what Davis Mechanical does, and the importance of building relationships.

Want to build a business relationship with the University of Minnesota? Get inside tips on navigating the process in this episode of Shinning Light on Minnesota. Karissa Dunham interviews Claire Rung, Supplier Diversity Manager. Claire shares her journey into this role and explains how she helps small and disadvantaged businesses land contracts within construction, architecture, and engineering. C...

Check out one of the best cafes in New Hope, MN. AND THERE'S CATS!

Tony knows what he's doing - from taking mentorships, networking, and strategic planning, to some secrets he has under his sleeve. Join Karissa and Tony in today's conversation and Shinning light on Tony Flattum from Build Strong Exteriors.

In this week's episode, Karissa interviews Matt Weber from BWS to learn about his personal journey, as well as his day to day at BWS.

Join Karissa, Nancy, and Diana in discussing The Happiness Practice. Experience Happiness was born out of the recognition that unhealthy stress and burnout—a virtual epidemic in today’s fast-paced global marketplace—is impairing people’s ability to embrace change, cope with challenging situations, feel truly happy or even take on  One. More. Thing.  

Join Karissa Dunham and Brian Gendreau is this week's episode of Shinning Light on Minnesota.

Living Life to the Fullest. We sat down with Ken Navitsky, where he talks about his journey through life, and that when he meets his creator, he will never say I wish but instead Thank you.

In this week's episode, Todd interviews Chris Dunker, Co-Chair of Firefighters For Healing. Firefighters For Healing supports burn survivor patients & helps firefighters and first responders pivot after a line-of-duty injury or medical diagnosis. If you'd like to make a donation or learn more, visit firefightersforhealing.org

This week, Karissa Dunham and Lutunji Abram discuss the humble beginnings of Lutunji's Palate, and what impact their bakery and cafe have not just on our tastebuds, but on the community.

In today's episode of Shinning light on Minnesota, Todd interviews one of our star vinyl consultant Brian Rosenberger. Stay tuned till the end for a quick tip for people looking o start out in the vinyl industry. Brian Rosenberger brian@suncontrolmn.com 715.222.4431.

Losing a child isn't easy. Clark and Margo Gassen know firsthand. Tune in to learn more about how Clark and Angi are changing Minnesota with The BeliEve Foundation.