The Jackson Hole Connection

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Nancy Leon. Nancy is the founder and Executive Director of the JH Nordic Alliance, an organization that helps connect people with nordic activities in the winter months. Nancy made Jackson Hole her home over eleven years ago after living in working in Chamonix, Les Arcs, Sydney and Silicon Valley.  Stephan and Nancy ta...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Charlie Shinkle. Charlie was born and raised right here in Jackson Hole and is a 4th generation local.  Stephan and Charlie talk about growing up in Wyoming, his family's history, what it was like in Jackson Hole over 100 years ago and the isolation of winters past.  To directly connect with Charlie, email cshinkl...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Mike Jorgenson. Mike was raised in Wyoming and spent most of his life in Jackson Hole. He is a father, a husband and a local Real Estate Broker . Stephan and Mike talk about growing up in Wyoming, raising kids in Jackson Hole, selling large family ranches and the importance of building lifelong relationships. To directly co...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Heather DeVine.  Stephan and Heather talk about her non-profit People Spread Love. People Spread Love is changing how people can make a positive impact in the lives of people who need love and support. To directly connect with Heather, email hello@peoplespreadlove.com . Find out more about People Spread Love at PeopleSpread...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Jim Auge. Jim is a community leader, business leader, superb athlete, MC at the Jackson annual parades, Co-Owner of Teton Motors and a great friend.  Stephan and Jim briefly talk about running the family business of Teton Motors before Jim flips the interview on Stephan. In this special episode, learn more about the ma...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Diana Waycott.  Stephan and Diana talk about her family's history in the valley, how they started the Kudar Motel and Trapper Inn (Presently the Lexington Hotel), what is was like for Diana growing up in Jackson Hole and how at its core Jackson still remains the same over the past 50 years.  To connect with Diana...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Darrell Miller.  Stephan and Darrell talk about growing up in Jackson Hole, the Jackson Hole Air Force and capturing some of the most unique ski and snowboard footage for over 20 years. To directly connect with Darrell, go to StormShow.com Like Storm Show Studios on Facebook And remember…..don't follow Darrell on Frida...

In this week’s special episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan highlights a few of his captivating interviews from 2019. What was your favorite episode from Season One of the Jackson Hole Connection? Thank you to all of our sponsors this year!  Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! We look forward to seeing you all back for more conversations in 2020! This week’s sponsor is Mountain We...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Brian Kuhn.  Brian is the Youth Workers Specialist for Soul Shop. In this special episode, Stephan and Brian talk about an important issue that affects millions of people, but can be a very difficult subject to discuss- suicide. If you or someone you know are thinking about suicide, please contact the nearest organization t...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Bert Raynes.  Bert is a conservationist, author, community leader, journalist, founder of the Jackson Hole Bird Club and a self-proclaimed curmudgeon.  In this episode, Stephan visited Bert in his home to talk about conservation, birding, and Jackson Hole over the past 50 years.  Find Bert’s Books Here: Amazo...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Steve Baker.  Steve is an author, community leader, business leader and advocate for The Great Game of Business.  In this episode, Stephan and Steve talk about growing your business, giving back to your community, employee owned business and always seeking knowledge.  This weeks episode recommended reads: The...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Gary Trauner. Gary is a husband, father, entrepreneur, former chair of the Teton County School Board, former COO of St John's Medical Center and is currently the Executive Director of Silicon Couloir. Gary first visited Jackson on a ski trip with his friends when he was twelve…. In this episode, Stephan and Gary talk about...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Jim Owen. Jim is a husband of 51 years, former Wall Street Executive, speaker, published author, and the founder of the Center For Cowboy Ethics And Leadership. In this episode, Stephan and Jim talk about the importance of staying active, the code of ethics, living by your principles and staying positive.  To grab a co...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Jim Woodmencey. Jim is a husband, father, meteorologist, entrepreneur, and a former Jenny Lake Climbing Ranger. Jim first ventured out to Jackson Hole to work one summer in the Grand Teton National Park…that was 37 years. In this episode, Stephan and Jim talk about predicting weather patterns, mother nature, and following y...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Rose Caiazzo. Rose is a solopreneur, avid cyclist, social media expert and a voice talent. After 10 years in the corporate world, Rose decided to take her life in a different direction and became a guide for Backroads. Her first assignment – Jackson Hole. In this episode, Stephan and Rose chat about the development of socia...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Armando Menocal. Armando is a third generation Cuban American, Civil Rights Lawyer, avid climber and co-founder of the Axis Fund, which helps climbers across the world. Over the past several years Armando has spent his summers climbing in Jackson and winters back in Cuba.  In this episode, Stephan and Armando talk abou...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Danny Shervin. Danny is a father, husband, entrepreneur, artist and founder of Paint with Gunpowder. Danny is part of a 5th generation Jackson family. A few years ago, Danny decided to give up his steady bank job to focus on his art full time.  In this episode, Stephan and Danny talk about growing up in Jackson, family...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Ivan Posey. Ivan is a US Army Veteran, father of three, American Indian and a leading member of the Wind River Indian Reservation.  In this episode, Stephan and Ivan talk about growing up on a Reservation, what has changed over the decades on the Reservation, American Indian Heritage and keeping tribal traits alive.&nb...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Frances VanHouten. Fran is a consultant, facilitator and a prolific reader. Fran made her way out to Jackson from New Hampshire in 1997 after her husband at the time landed a job as the town administrator on a fishing trip.  In this episode, Stephan and Fran talk about emotional intelligence, mediation, the importance...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Toby Busch. Toby is a nomad, van life expert and YouTube star. Toby worked in the Grand Teton National Park at Colter Bay and Signal Mountain for 20 years before selling his possessions and moving into his van full time to travel the country. In this episode, Stephan and Toby talk about working for Amazon, van life, YouTube...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Scott Fitzgerald. Scott is a father, husband, entrepreneur, former owner/founder of Fitzgerald Bicycles and is the co-creator of the new company Buddy Peg Media. Scott is a long time Jackson resident who recently decided to venture down to Bentonville, Arkansas to promote Buddy Pegs and their mission of helping kids develop...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Augie Hernandez. Augie is an entrepreneur, trainer, coach, and Founder of Training To Be Balanced – a fitness and performance facility located in Jackson. Augie ventured out to Jackson Hole almost 20 years ago for a job opportunity.  In this episode, Stephan and Augie talk about the difference between exercise and trai...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Tim Walther. Tim is an entrepreneur, motivator, author, extreme athlete, and Founder/CEO of Grand Dynamics – the company behind The Ultimate Towner and the new Jackson Hole Scavenger Hunt. Tim had his first taste of living the dream when visiting his brother during college and made Jackson his home the winter of 1995. ...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Aaron Feinberg. Aaron is a conflict resolution mediator, thought leader, consultant, psychologist, entrepreneur and leadership coach. Aaron lived the ski bum lifestyle in Jackson before moving out to San Francisco and starting his consulting and coaching business.  In this episode, Stephan and Aaron talk about assertiv...

In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Scott Mackes. Scott is a father, husband, entrepreneur, US Naval Academy Graduate, Lion’s Pride Member, fellow podcaster and the creator of both the Service Academy Business Mastermind Group and Strengths Mugs.  In this episode, Stephan and Scott talk about finding your niche, podcasting, discovering strengths and inve...