The Engler Journey

Jeff is his name, self discovery is his game. In the last 10 years, Jeff Grewe of Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service won a battle with addiction and started a successful company.    His secret? Investing in himself and his people with therapy, emotional intelligence, and the constant pursuit of personal development. Listen to Jeff's story in this week's episode of the Engler Journey Podcast.   

Growing up on his family's operation, Andrew Bader developed his own entrepreneurial spirit at an early age. Fast forward to his freshman year of college with new legislation legalizing industrial hemp production an idea was born. From 3D printing to injection molding and everything in between, Andrew is making his mark on the bioplastic industry one pair of sunglasses at a time. 

Few things make Kara Sousek's eyes light up quite like talking about plants. This Engler alum and owner of Hundred Hills Hops and Vines has a true passion for vinology .

Zach Settje is affectionately known around Settje AgriServices and Engineering as a "Zach" of all trades.    An Engler alum and passionate entrepreneur, Zach has brought fresh ideas back to his family business, including expanding their offerings internationally.   Learn more about Zach in this week's episode of the Engler Journey Podcast.   

Ann Dvorak is a passionate educator, a champion for students, and a believer in challenging the status quo. This entrepreneur embodies the spirit of our founder, Paul Engler, and is making waves in his hometown through Schoolhouse Rock, an Acton Academy.      Listen to learn more about this dynamic educator and entrepreneur.  

Matt Foley has been on both sides of the entrepreneurial table. A former startup co-founder at Farmafield, Foley has fully embraced pushing the envelope through entrepreneurship.    These days, Foley serves as the Program Director for Invest Nebraska, an entity dedicated to providing startup businesses in Nebraska with the resources they need to be successful. Through their incubator program The C...

When you think of insurance, you may think of Jake From State Farm. After listening to this week's episode of the Engler Journey Podcast, you will surely think of Joshua Demers of Prepare Insurance.    Don't miss this Engler alum's powerful story.   

Join in on the first guest of Season Eight of the Engler Journey Podcast as Dylan Tegtmeier shares his story and entrepreneurial spirit.  From military experience to flipping houses, Dylan has his boots on the ground each day making a difference in the community. In this episode, Dylan talks about his journey in and out of college: his intriguing story, job search and path to his current career. T...

Knocking the dust off our boots for season 8 of The Engler Journey Podcast. Meet your host, Engler Alumna, Rebel Sjeklocha.   Tune in as Rebel shares her entrepreneurial journey and how she continues building the entrepreneurial mindset as Miss Rodeo Nebraska Lady In Waiting.   Follow along this season as Rebel, and her guests put their "Boots On The Ground" and walk us through their own entrepren...

Cole Kalkowski, an engineer and the founder of CJK Media, defines innovation as the power of observation. With eyes to see the potential within problems, anyone is capable of igniting change. Innovation improves what exists to make something faster, quicker, or stronger. "Each and every day, I encourage all of you to look around you, to observe, to think about what drives you crazy. What things co...

What's the best thing you've quit?   In this episode of The Engler Journey Podcast, Presley Wendelin reminds us that you often have to quit something before you can start the next thing.   Quitting opens the door for a new opportunity. Quitting reveals a willingness to step out in courage. Quitting gives the weary soul freedom to pursue what matters.   "Don't be afraid to quit and throw in the tow...

Joel Weitzenkamp is a pilot, beef enthusiast, and passionate entrepreneur. Did we mention that he's also a college student? If you're like Joel and you find yourself with too many options or multiple interests, Joel shares powerful questions to reflect on in this episode of The Engler Journey Podcast. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Mvihr0AP3R8 *** Engler would not exist without its people. Tha...

If you're stuck, this episode will likely inspire you to make one more attempt. One meeting with Engler Director Tom Field led Amber Staab to consider not what was most comfortable but what would challenge her to grow the most. Today, Amber is the Founder of County 47 Beef, providing customers with high-quality, all-natural beef from her family's farm in central Nebraska. "Selling beef isn't just...

"Sweep the shed" is a term we use often as a community. It means that no matter what position you hold or how long you've been around, you're never too superior to sweep the shed. Izzy's story aligns with our approach to leading with humility as she says, "If you want to ultimately run and work the ranch, you're also gonna have to be the one fixing fence." Izzy's episode is full of inspiration to...

Three quotable quotes from Colorado native and serial entrepreneur Kace Thoren on the entrepreneurial mindset: "It's how you pick yourself up." "Constantly be willing to learn." "You can't get too big for your britches."   Listen for more on cattle feeding and business ideating in this episode of The Engler Journey Podcast.  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S_M99CqSkwA Engler would not exist wit...

Alyssa Moser's episode is for you if you seek to: Fight imposter syndrome. Feel a stronger sense of self. Find your people. Episode 64 of the Engler Journey Podcast is FULL of content for developing personhood. Notetakers, you'll want a pen and paper for this one. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rw_tFBN85u4   Engler would not exist without its people. That is why this series of The Engler Journ...

For some, the fire in the belly starts so young that it wouldn't be too far off to say they were born for entrepreneurship. Heath Keiser's love for cattle is a prime example, as he tugged on his dad's sleeve at age 11 and bought his first shorthorn. Today, Heath owns and operates HK Shorthorns. When this episode was recorded during the spring semester, Heath shared about the circle of life and ask...

In Episode 62, Maria Popp shares her purpose founded on faith and service to others. "When we stop thinking about ourselves and living for ourselves, we are so much more capable to serve, love, and create value," Maria says. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gbhkMfq00KM   Engler would not exist without its people. That is why this series of The Engler Journey Podcast is titled "From The Founders....

Caleb Durheim's story of finding Engler proved there is purpose in every change. Tune in to episode 61 to hear Caleb's story of discovering entrepreneurship! Engler would not exist without its people. That is why this series of The Engler Journey Podcast is titled "From The Founders." Expect to hear applicable "secret sauce" from entrepreneurial-minded people! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tW...

In episode 60, Engler Entrepreneur Abby Miller shares a story that will transform the way you think. Abby is the first to say this message ironically comes from someone who may not seem to have "focus" figured out. "My whole entire life people have been telling me to focus," Abby says. "It's probably never worked." Listen and learn how it is not necessarily a matter of thinking positively, but rat...

"Social media and entrepreneurship can grow with you," says Kaitlin Sonday when asked why she builds revenue from social media. Listen to this episode if you have any interest in creating a lifestyle that works for you, generating passive income, or building authentic content. Kaitlin's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaitlinsondae Kaitlin's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaitlinSonday Kaitlin...

Brayden Petersen knew he could draw. When he looked at his bank account after buying an engagement ring for his girlfriend, he decided it was time to start his custom drawing business, Petersen Perspective. DM for custom art on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Petersen-Perspective- 171476151177853/ DM for custom art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petersen_perspective/ Watch on YouTube:...

Cinch knew close to nothing about flowers but that didn't stop him from becoming an entrepreneur. Through Floriculture contests in FFA and partnering with his mom, Farmhouse Blooms & Bounty started. The business is located outside of Ashland, Nebraska and provides premium local flowers for everyday occasions, weddings, graduations, and more! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aSh-26bISco   Follow...

High Ridge Beef sells premium beef from their 7th generation farm near Hayes Center, Nebraska. Making time, being in a family business, and choosing to learn are a few things Wesley Wach, co-owner of High Ridge Beef, covers in this episode. "You don't learn by not learning," says Wesley. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-IxvdqJB2Zg   Buy High Ridge Beef: https://www.highridgebeef.com   Follow on...

"This is going to be something small," said Megan Gilmore as the business launched. However, building a vision and winning a pitch competition has Megan redesigning the plan she's had all of her life. Simple and easy fixing is the game and MMM Dry Goods is the business name! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DBU3dRZtHKs Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/580613616599927/   Instagram: www.ins...