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Banking On Business 2
Welcome to the Banking on Business 2 podcast presented by Horicon Bank! Banking on Business is aimed at helping entrepreneurs grow their business with practical strategies you can start using today! Each episode will feature an expert guest and explore ways you can innovate the way you do business. We are all about engaging our local business community and connecting with other small businesses to raise each other up. Hosted by yours truly, Grace Bruins, Marketing Officer at Horicon Bank turned…
Episodes
- Banking On Business 2
Inside Horicon Bank’s Journey to Forbes’ #1 Bank in Wisconsin with Meredith Strieff and Steve Leaman
In this celebratory episode of Banking on Business 2, Retail Bank Officer and Senior Vice President Meredith Strieff and Chief Banking Officer Steve Leaman…
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Building a Healthier Wisconsin with Christine Baranoucky
Christine Baranoucky, Vice President of Engagement, Stewardship, and Corporate Philanthropy for the Children’s Wisconsin Foundation, reveals how…
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Breaking the Invisible Load: How to Reclaim Time, Energy, and Balance with Sarah Urban
Sarah Urban, founder of She Carries It, joins the podcast to reveal the hidden challenges women face juggling executive careers, family, and community…
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Is the Future of Work Already Here? with Andrew Zimdars
Erik and Becki sit down with Andrew Zimdars, Director of Partner Services at GPS Education Partners, for a myth-busting look at the future of work-based…
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Building Legacy and Community with Ben Westra
Ben Westra, fourth-generation builder and president of WDS Construction, joins the show for an inspiring conversation on family legacies, leadership, and…
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Part 2: 130 Years of Community, Coffee, and CARE: Lessons in Thriving Local Banking
Is your bank doing more than just processing transactions? In Part 2 of this episode, we spotlight how Horicon Bank’s “heart” sets it apart, fueling community…
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Part 1 - 130 Years of Community, Coffee, and CARE: Lessons in Thriving Local Banking
Some banks chase profits; Horicon Bank builds legacies. Erik Waisanen and Becki Schimpf sit down with Horicon Bank’s Chairman & CEO Fred F. Schwertfeger…
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From Mission to Movement: Transforming Travel & Community with Angela Gorske
Grace Bruins sits down with travel specialist and neurodiversity advocate Angela Gorske to uncover how transformative experiences and educational travel can…
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How Speakers Can Stand Out Online with Kristin Adkins
Grace Bruins sits down with web design strategist and former event planner Kristin Adkins to uncover how asking for help—and expanding her perspective—became…
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Family, Finance, and the Power of Business Community with Barbara Fausett
Grace Bruins sits down with Money Masters founder Barbara Fausett for a candid conversation about building a legacy business, the real risks small owners…
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Community, Comebacks & Pebble Wisdom with Sara Deacon
Grace Bruins sits down with the ever-inspiring Sara Deacon of 360° Emcee to unpack what it truly means to thrive as a small business owner. Fresh off a year of…
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Pitching With Purpose, Power & Personality with Precious Williams
Grace Bruins welcomes powerhouse pitch master Precious Williams, CEO of Perfect Pitch Group, for an episode packed with energy, insight, and practical advice…
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Manufacturing Momentum: Scaling Smarter, Faster with Tyler Nielsen
Grace Bruins sits down with business growth strategist Tyler Nielsen, founder of VAST Insight Partners, to unpack the actionable strategies that mid-market…
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Lessons in Leadership, Family, and Being Yourself! with Brad Herda
Grace sits down with business strategist Brad Herda for a candid look inside the challenges and triumphs of family-run businesses, leadership across…
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Football Parties, Walmart Wins, and The Power of Pivoting with Mackie, Rick and Beth
Grace sits down with Mackie Diedrichson, branding and operations manager at LC Marketing Corp, along with Rick and Beth, founders of Great Plate, to unravel…
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How Thrift, Dignity, & Community Solve Real Needs with Julie Hoover
Grace Bruins sits down with Julie Hoover, Executive Director of Family Sharing of Ozaukee County, for a heartfelt look at how one nonprofit is redefining the…
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Discovering Jazz Hands: How Glass Art Built a Creative Village with Amy Moorefield
Grace sits down with glass art visionary Amy Moorefield, Executive Director of the Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass, for a captivating dive into the…
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The Business Bite: Strategies with Signage Expert Chad Schultz
Grace Bruins engages with Chad Schultz, the owner of Innovative Signs in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Unveiling the multifaceted world of signage, Chad elaborates on…
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Embracing Change and Opportunity with Pete Rettler
Grace Bruins sits down with Pete Rettler, the dynamic campus dean of Moraine Park Technical College in West Bend. Pete shares insights into the transformative…
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Small Business Owners Community Event Highlights & Animal Facts
This episode is a compilation full of the insights and inspiration for small business owners from Small Business Owners Community Conference and Awards held…
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Making Women's Voices Heard with Sharon Ringier
Grace chats with entrepreneurial maven Sharon Ringier about the transformative power of visibility and voice for women in business. Sharon shares insights from…
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Mastering Business Pitches with Precious Williams
Join Grace Bruins as she sits down with Precious Williams, the unstoppable force behind the Perfect Pitch Group. In this episode, Precious shares her journey…
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Creativity and Customer Trust with Kimberlee Grob
Grace talks with floral business expert Kimberlee Grob about the intricate balance of creativity and commerce in the world of flowers. Kimberlee shares her…
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Helping Businesses Thrive Through Personal Healing with Christine Welch
Grace chats with trauma coaching expert Christine Welch, exploring the core of overcoming life's unseen obstacles. Christine unpacks the psychological blocks…
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AI in Business with Nikki Lee
Join host Grace Bruins as she explores the power of AI for business with Nikki Lee from Genhead. In this episode, Nikki shares her journey from film to tech…
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Mastering the Art of Event Engagement with Sara Deacon
Grace Bruins connects with award-winning event emcee, Sara Deacon, from 360° Emcee. Sara shares her journey from coaching to finding her true passion as an…
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Key Strategies for Business Growth with Talmar Anderson
Grace Bruins sits down with hiring expert Talmar Anderson to unpack the unique challenges faced by small business owners in building effective and loyal teams…
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Adapting to AI in Business with Pat Miller
Grace Bruins sits down with Pat Miller, founder of the Small Business Owners Community, to discuss the exciting and ever-evolving role of AI in today’s…
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Unlocking Business Success with Storytelling with Dave and Michael Neelsen
Grace unveils the secrets of brand storytelling magic with co-founders Dave & Michael Neelsen of StoryFirst Media. Learn how storytelling goes beyond marketing…
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The Power of Community with Dr. Stacia Thompson
Join host Grace Bruins as she chats with Dr. Stacia Thompson, President and CEO of Sherman Phoenix, about the power of community and collaboration in…
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Mastering Communication with Brian Hendricks
Join us for an enlightening episode as we explore the intricacies of communication with Brian Hendricks, CEO of Dynamic Developments Training and Leadership…
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Strategies for Business and Community Collaboration with Robert Kos
Grace chats with local community catalyst Robert Kos about the integral role of music and events in revitalizing downtown areas. They explore how strategic…
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Adapting Training for Success with Kerry Murphy and Kailey Bauer
Welcome to Banking On Business Podcast where we provide practical strategies to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. In today’s episode, we are diving…
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Building Business Through Podcasting with Elzie Flenard
Elzie shares his personal story of inadvertently stepping into the world of podcasting—transitioning from seeking knowledge to facilitating a platform for…
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Art, Community, and Unconventional Success with Laurie Winters
Grace talks with Laurie Winters, the innovative leader at the helm of the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA). Laurie shares her unique journey from the Molecular…
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Breathing Life into Communities
In this vibrant and insightful episode, Grace chats with Julia Taylor about the innovative B-Line Park. Dive in to understand the vision behind the project and…
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Banks, Brands, and BrownBoots with Alan Hathaway
Banks, Brands, and BrownBoots In this episode, Alan Hathaway, president of BrownBoots Interactive, shares his journey of helping businesses thrive in the…
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Digital Adaptation with a Human Touch with Terri Herrmann
Join Terri Herrmann, the driving force behind Charisma Q, and Grace as they unravel the art of teaching charisma, a crucial skill for trust-building leaders…
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Crafting Success in a Brewing Journey with Alex Wenzel
From home brewer to the owner of Lion's Tail Brewing Company, Alex Wenzel shares his remarkable journey. With a passion for collaboration, Alex dreams of…
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Unleashing Potential by Nurturing Talent and Dreams with Christine Gunderson
Dive into the remarkable journey of Christine Gunderson, Founder and CEO of Dreambuilt Books, who was recognized in Insight Publications' 40 Under 40…
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Impacting Lives Through Community Involvement with Tom Stanton
Grace Bruins interviews Tom Stanton, the founder of Mel's Charities, a non-profit organization that aims to impact lives by providing financial support for…
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Building a Stronger Business Community through Collaboration and Creative Solutions With Tricia Rathermel
Grace is joined by Tricia Rathermel, the president and CEO at Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation (Go EDC). Go EDC was established in 2015 and…
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Innovating for Sustainability: Strategies for Growing and Succeeding in Business with Andy Nelson
In this episode, host Grace Bruins interviews Andy Nelson, the Founder of Natural Resource Innovations about how he combines consulting experience with natural…
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Financial Planning Strategies For Small Business Owners with Chris Berens
Chris Berens, Trust Officer-Vice President at Horicon Bank, speaks about success stories and strategies that small businesses can use for financial planning…
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Automation, Quality Products, and Great Service with Aaron Kuhls
In today's episode, Grace talks to Aaron Kuhls, the CEO and Co-founder of AL-INS Enterprises, a separation equipment company. Aaron and his business partner…
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Big Benefits From Small Changes: Exploring WOTC and ERTCs with Kari Simcakowski
Grace talks with Kari Simcakowski, who is a Senior Business Consultant at Heartland Payroll, which is a human-centered technology company that specializes in…
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Elevate Your Business Financial Statement with Corrie Kovacs
In this episode, Grace talks to Corrie Kovacs, Client Engagement and Communications Director at First American Capital Corporation, although she describes…
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Perseverance Despite the Odds with Linda Chipman
In this episode, Grace interviews Linda Chipman who started Chippy's Popcorn Creations with her husband Scott 20 years ago. They founded the business because…
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Creative Solutions to Overcome Challenging Times with Allison Gossman
In this episode, Grace interviews Allison Gossman, co-owner of The Sweet and Salty Pig in Fond du Lac and The Tipsy Pig in North Fond du Lac. Allison shares…
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Don't Wait to Plan Your Exit Strategy with Brad Saunders
In this episode, Grace is joined by co-host, Steve Leaman, Senior Vice President for Business Banking at Horicon Bank. They talk to Brad Saunders, Director of…
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How a Small Business Rose to the Top with Josiah Vilman
With over two decades running Nunatak Coffee in Beaver Dam, businessman Josiah Vilman joins Grace and they talk about how he began roasting coffee to provide…
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Business Growth with Kyle Rowe
As a successful entrepreneur, Kyle Rowe knows a thing or two about business growth. In this episode of Banking On Business Podcast, Grace is joined by Kyle…
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Business Fraud Prevention with Melissa Teeter
As a business owner, you are always looking for ways to protect your business from fraud and scams. In this episode, Grace is joined by Melissa, who shares…
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Leveraging Your Brand with Social Media with Sarah Ninmer
In this episode, Grace is joined by Sarah Ninmer, marketing and social media management instructor at Moraine Park Technical College. They talk about how…
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Security and Fraud Prevention with Jason Scherer
Security and anti-fraud measures are some of the most important aspects of running a business. Not only do they protect your investments and help you to avoid…
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The Importance of Trial and Error, Learning from Failures with Rick Kellow and Beth Kuehl
In this episode, Grace is joined by Rick and Beth, business owners who have turned their ideas into successful enterprises. They talk about how they got their…
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Achieving Business Goals with Tom Kulczewski
Grace Bruins and Joe Venhuizen are joined by Tom Kulczewski, owner of Real Sportscards. Tom fell in love with baseball cards in 1986 and his love has grown…
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Economic Development with Joe Venhuizen
Small business owners are the backbone of the American economy. By opening and running a small business, they create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and bring…
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Employee Engagement with Renee Peterson
Employee engagement is critical to the success of any company. It is the level of commitment and enthusiasm that employees have towards their work and their…
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Hiring the Right Person with Renee Peterson
Finding the right employees is one of the most important tasks that a business owner or manager has. The process of hiring can be time-consuming and expensive…