Wabash Valley Business Podcast

summary In this candid interview, a small business owner shares the top three lessons learned from a year of running Snap Home, emphasizing patience, humility, and flexibility. Discover practical insights on growing a business sustainably, managing ego, and adapting to change. keywords business growth, entrepreneurship, leadership, patience, humility, flexibility, small business lessons, Snap Home...

In this episode, Nate Wake (native to the Wabash Valley) shares his journey from a handyman to a successful contractor in Texas, highlighting the importance of relationships, detailed planning, and adaptability in the construction industry. Discover how he transitioned into luxury outdoor living spaces, built a strong network, and maintained high standards in a competitive market. keywords Constru...

keywords Wabash Valley, Barn Dominiums, Black Barn Development, Construction, Design Center, Custom Homes, Commercial Projects, Building Practices, Real Estate, Indiana takeaways Matt Wilmore shares his journey into the construction business. The importance of a design center for customer engagement. Black Barn Development was born from a shared vision. Barn dominium market is growing due to its u...

keywords Wabash Valley, CrossFit, local business, entrepreneurship, community, fitness, health, coaching, transformation, culture summary In this episode of the Wabash Valley Business Podcast, host Sam Wake interviews Jen Pendleton, the owner of 51 Bridges CrossFit. They discuss the unique aspects of her gym, her personal transformation, and the importance of community and culture in fitness. Jen...

Summary In this episode of the Wabash Valley Business Podcast, hosts Sam Wake and Shane Floyd welcome Courtney and Austin Cook, the dynamic duo behind Clay Plant, a pottery business that blossomed from a shared passion into a thriving enterprise. The conversation delves into their journey, starting from their early relationship where they discovered their mutual love for pottery, to the challenges...

🎙️ Wabash Valley Business Podcast | Kevin Rickard – Riverview Home Improvements In this episode of the Wabash Valley Business Podcast , we sit down with Kevin Rickard , owner of Riverview Home Improvements , to talk about what actually goes into building a trustworthy business. Kevin doesn’t sugarcoat the journey. We dive into: Owning mistakes when things don’t go as planned Having hard, honest co...

summary In this episode of the Wabash Valley Business Podcast, Chris Egge shares his journey from a military background to becoming a successful entrepreneur with his business, Sycamore Seal and Stripe. He discusses the importance of networking, community engagement, and innovative solutions in the asphalt maintenance industry. Chris emphasizes the value of mentorship and relationships in business...

Episode 1: Finding Your Purpose with Christy Pearison In our very first episode, we sit down with Christy Pearison—professor, business owner, entrepreneur, and thought leader—to explore one of the most important drivers of success: purpose . This conversation dives deep into how purpose, passion, and personal values shape the way we face challenges in life and business. Christy shares why developi...