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 In our latest episode we sat down with Owner and Founder of Bumps ‘n Bundles, Becky Salyer. We talk about buying a local children’s store, rebranding it and building the brand we know today, Bumps ‘n Bundles. We talk about what it’s like owning a retail store, sourcing brands, going to market, and the importance of knowing your customers and relationship building with brands.  We talk about selec...

On today’s Vault short we are sitting down with Founder and Owner of the Entrepreneurship Collective to talk about the importance of building a strong foundation for your business to build on. Jennifer has a background in law, she is a Kolbe Certified Consultant, Executive Coach and has years of experience working with entrepreneurs and businesses.  In this episode we dive into what being a Kolbe...

On today’s episode we’re sitting down with Jodie Adams, a national leader in tennis and parks and recreation. She has worked tirelessly over her career to ensure that community tennis and the opportunity to connect and play is accessible for all. On this episode we discuss the organizations she has worked with over her career, the work she has done over the past 37 + years in parks and recreation,...

On today’s Vault short we talk about the importance of a business plan and the steps to build one.  We discuss how a business plan is like a roadmap to your business. We delve into the details of a business plan, what it should include and tips for outlining and creating the plan. On this episode we talk about the role of financial projections and the benefits these projections have when you’re st...

Today we’re sitting down with Paul Green, Navy Veteran, Rancher, and Director of the Montana Department of Commerce. We discuss Paul’s journey to Montana, originally coming to the state as a laborer over 26 years ago to his present role as the Director of Commerce.  We discuss Paul’s passion for people, developing genuine relationships with those he works with and serves, being a servant leader, v...

On today’s Vault short we are joined by Shannon Hahn from the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) to discuss MDT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) programs. We dive into each program, the criteria for qualifying and how these programs help businesses tackle State and Local contracts with MDT.   Join us for an insightful conversation about fosterin...

Today we are sitting down with Dan Hargrove, United States Air Force Veteran and former Commander of Air Force Two. In this episode we discuss his time at the Air Force Academy, what it was like being an Air Force pilot instructor flying and teaching in a T38 high performance trainer airplane, his time flying daily missions as a military cargo pilot, to being the Commander of the Air Force Two Squ...

Why is it that when change occurs, some people respond while others react? On today’s short our hosts dive into what it means to “respond” vs “react” in changing situations, personally and professionally. We dive into examples of what it looks like in situations when someone responds and when they react. Our hosts delve into the deliberate patterns that people use, consciously or not when they “re...

Today we’re sitting down with Dusty Eaton, CEO of A&E Design to talk about leadership, organizational culture, and the power of innovative design. We have an in-depth conversation about the impactful experiences A&E creates through their innovative approach to architecture, design, and branding. We discuss the importance of setting the tone as a leader of an organization to foster a cultur...

On today’s episode we are bringing Wade back to The Vault to talk about all things podcasting. Wade is the owner of Lamplighter Creative and works closely with our hosts KaVo and Marce B on editing each Vault episode! He provides ongoing creative direction and insight to The Vault Podcast.  On today’s Vault short we talk with Wade about podcasting. He provides tactical advice for starting a podcas...

Today we are sitting down with Abby Reno with City Vineyard for a conversation about transformational customer service, hiring for personality, training for skill sets, and brand evolution. We discuss the evolution of City Vineyard, working in a family business, where she gets her inspiration to evolve the business, and how City Vineyard approaches customer service and what she means when they say...

On today’s Vault short our hosts, KaVo & Marce B are talking all about consistency in business. We delve into the importance of consistency in business and how it’s paramount for building trust with customers, maintaining brand integrity, and ensuring sustainable growth for your business. We discuss specific areas within a business that consistency is crucial and provide examples of why it’s s...

Today we’re joined by Jason Leininger, Real Estate Broker at the Real Estate Hub and a Better Off in Billings Ambassador dedicated to building strong relationships, helping people, being a constant learner, and leading with gratitude. Today we sit down for a conversation about leadership and gratitude, intentionality, having an abundance mindset, and staying focused on what you can control. We dis...

Today on this Vault short KaVo & Marce B are solo to discuss all things planning and hosting business events. Marce B has planned many events throughout her career, and we delve into her tips and best practices for planning and executing events. Marce B has planned and hosted local, virtual, and statewide events throughout her career. We discuss the importance of every detail, keeping your aud...

On today’s episode we sit down with sisters, Jeri Weaver Kelley, Board Vice President/Co-Owner & Jennifer Weaver Kondracki, Chairman of the Board/Co-Owner with Weave Industries. They discuss what it was like growing up and working with their dad in the family business, a historically male dominated industry of trucking, mining, construction, oilfield services, and more. On this episode we disc...

On this Vault Short we talk about professional growth and networking with Jennifer Reiser, Chief Operating Officer at the Billings Chamber of Commerce. We talk about the types of programming and business networking opportunities that the Billings Chamber of Commerce provides. We discuss the types of programs they provide to their members and individuals within those companies to grow as leaders, n...

Today, we are sitting down with Nick Pancheau, Principal-in-Charge, Architect, President at Collaborative Design Architects. Growing up working in construction with his dad, Nick learned the value and importance of a strong work ethic. On this episode we talk about leadership, tips for cultivating a strong collaborative team, and how to instill confidence in team members to foster a culture of lea...

On this Vault short we interview Kassi Strong with the Rocky Mountain Women’s Business Center to talk about the resources they have to help existing and future women business owners in Montana reach their goals. We talk with her about how Rocky Mountain WBC helps women across the state of Montana through digital and in-person learning and event courses, expert-led trainings, personalized business...

Today we are sitting down with Jennifer Reiser, Owner and Founder of Rise Up Leadership Media and Jennifer Reiser Consulting. Jennifer joins us to talk about the power of leadership coaching, organizational and board development, and helping leaders create peer networks and new communities to leverage their collective power. We discuss her journey to creating her companies, the deep meaning behind...

Today on this Vault short we are joined by Daniel Brooks with the Billings Chamber of Commerce and Joe Stout with Downtown Billings Alliance to discuss how to cultivate a safer environment using crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED). We dive into the meaning of CPTED, the benefits of having an assessment done, and what to do with your assessment results as a business/property owner...

Today we are sitting down with the A-Team, Ashley Kavanagh with Big Sky Economic Development and Aly Eggart with Visit Billings for a discussion about growing our local economy through tourism and business recruitment and expansion. They dive into what it’s like working in tourism and economic development, the work they do to strategically attract tourists and businesses both domestically and inte...

On this Vault short, KaVo & Marce B walk through the 10 technical steps to start a business. We dive into the importance of each step, why they are in the order that they are, and the quick links our 10 step list provides to make creating your business seamless and efficient without spending hundreds of dollars on things you don’t need or on sites that aren’t legitimate.  *View the full list H...

Today we’re sitting down with the Chancellor of Montana State University Billings, Stefani Hicswa. Stefani joins us for a discussion about her career journey and path to Chancellor. From growing up on a farm in Dillon and being the first in her family to attend college to building strong teams and leading large education systems with authenticity and intentionality. On this episode, we talk about...

Today on this Vault short, KaVo & Marce B are talking about all things Better Off in Billings (BOIB), the official talent attraction and retention brand of Billings, Montana’s city. In this episode we dive into how to utilize betteroffinbillings.org as a resident or newcomer and as an employer doing talent recruitment. We talk about what “there’s space for you to be, grow and play” means, the...

Today we’re sitting down with Klay Welter and Trevan Sparboe, the creators and founders of Proof Donuts & Coffee. Working side-by side on their own things, they had the realization that their real opportunity was to partner together and the power of partnerships. We have a conversation about learning to make dough, finding the right investors, using unique avenues to create a buzz around what...