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Here is my story about why I chose to become a realtor for kwELITE in Columbus, Nebraska. There is something about how a smaller community comes together to support each other, and the level of service they provide. I can't think of a better place to work

Shae Spitz


    • Aug 25, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 36 EPISODES


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    Plan your day, work your plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 19:11


    Sarah Lindberg is co-president of Next Generation Kiwanis of Columbus and co-chairwoman of nonprofit Comfort Closets, and both entities are aiming to help support local youth in need and increase community involvement to help with their mission.

    Get comfortable being uncomfortable

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 21:08


    Ben Conover is a co-franchise owner of Tommy's Express in Columbus, with other locations around the region. He talks about his path to entrepreneurship, why he loves it and future goals.

    Enjoy the process

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 25:17


    Quinten Rowley discusses his role with Aksarben Property Management, formerly Premier Property Management, a company that aims to provide the best and most comprehensive property management services to its clients throughout Nebraska and across the Midwest.

    Always surround yourself with good people

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 23:17


    Steve Hughes, managing partner of the Big Apple Bagels location in Columbus, Nebraska, talks about what it was like to open a new restaurant a month before the COVID-19 pandemic began, overcoming obstacles, the importance of finding good people to work with and the fresh products Big Apple kicks out every day

    Profit first

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 31:41


    Andrea Foley is a multi-family real estate investor, asset manager, deal analyst, CFO, mom and wife. She speaks on how she invests wisely, her drive to succeed and how she juggles her time between family and a thriving professional career. Andrea Foley. Multi-Family Real Estate Investor, Asset Manager, Deal Analyst, CFO. Self-employed Simpson College. Omaha, Nebraska,

    Being Proactive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 29:01


    Longtime Columbus resident Dennis Hirschbrunner is president at DC Hirschbrunner Consulting LLC, but also well-known for his business savvy and determination to help grow the community with efforts like the Columbus Area Antique Fire Apparatus Museum, The Andrew Jackson Higgins Memorial, the Platte County Historical Society Museum and more.

    Opportunity meets preparation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 30:35


    Jim Booth's Booth Corp. is a family owned private Real Estate Investment company that has grown and expanded to include a wide variety of investments. He talks about the days of living in a tent to starting his business and helping dozens of families throughout the years.

    Don't spill the tea! w/ Marie Kapels

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 23:42


    Marie Kapels is an independent consultant with Arbonne, an MLM company that's said "to strive to be the best and healthiest company in the world." Whether through her business or personal life, Kapels is always aiming to win, learn and grow!

    Keeping Columbus beautiful

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 23:35


    Vanessa Oceguera is the executive director of Keep Columbus Beautiful, a nonprofit whose mission is to provide education and programs on litter reduction and recycling for the beautification of the community. Recently named the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce's Volunteer of the Year, she's actively working to help make Columbus greener and a wonderful place to live.

    Swallow That Frog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 23:27


    After overcoming medical issues, Artzy Haven Owner Kristin Stock decided she wanted to venture out and follow her passion of entrepreneurship and scrapbooking. She's turned Artzy Haven into a must-visit location in Columbus and encourages people to just "swallow that frog" each day no matter what life throws at you.

    On fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 27:45


    Fuego Mexican Grill Co-Owner Maximino Ruvalcaba had thought about starting a clothing line, but ultimately decided to team with his parents and open Fuego Mexican Grill in Columbus, Nebraska. He says being an entrepreneur takes hard work, but he's determined to make Fuego a national brand.

    Have No Fear

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 22:50


    Matt Lindberg is the marketing director for VRLY Columbus and Parkway Plaza, helping produce podcasts, market businesses, organizing events and launching a new monthly lifestyle magazine. He encourages people to never be afraid to ask questions, which has helped him throughout his career in marketing and journalism.

    Shoot for the moon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 18:25


    Kiara Ziemba is the owner/operator of downtown Columbus' Transcendence Salon and Medical Spa. She relishes being a business owner, helping her employees and being a mother and foster mom. She encourages everyone to “shoot for the moon” - even if you miss, you'll land in the stars. If you have a dream, you just have to go for it!

    Taking a Chance on himself and Screen Printing.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 21:13


    Trent Weiland owns Airframes In Screen Printing and went on a whim to start up a business after a friend suggested it. Within 1 week of “training”, he purchased all the necessary equipment and has ran his own business for 6 years now with recently moving into a commercial space. Trent has served our country and also works in construction full time. Balancing it all can be a challenge but you have to just “go for it” to take that chance.

    Keep going. Always be pushing forward and don't stay stagnant.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 30:11


    Jenna Clark talks about her business success with SeneGence and taking her company to over $70 million in sales are ranked #2 nationwide. Sacrifices have to be made and communication is key with your family when working to grow personally and professionally!

    Make the most of every single day! Dominate.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 21:35


    Seize the day! Matt and his team will go above and beyond to suite your needs for your vehicle! From upholstery work, to detailing, and everything in between! It's not easy starting a business in a new location but if you're honest, true, and consistent, it'll come together!

    It's not work if you find your passion Description: Books have always been a favorite past time of Deanna's

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 20:37


    Deanna is bringing a new bookstore to Columbus called Terrace Books. She never thought of herself as a business owner but here she is, making big changes and doing something she loves! “There are no rules. This is your store! Once I got permission to think outside the box, things got real easy. It's your business. You get to do what you want to do. You can be you.”

    Why staging your home is important to receive top dollar.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 19:36


    Mel talks about her journey with starting her own business with interior design, decorating, staging. She helps homeowners in addition to Realtors to help get the most out of their properties with right decor!

    From Dog Boarding to Trucking to Tree services, Sheana Banks can do it all!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 13:36


    Sheana Banks wears many hats! With running 3 businesses all while raising 5 children. Sheana has been very successful with her businesses and has plans to grow them to another level! She's looking for the right team player to help take on some roles in these businesses!

    Mom & daughter team up to start a Dog Boarding and Grooming for your fur babies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 19:24


    Becky worked at a Manufacturer for 31 years before leaving and starting her own career, Wallin Wash & Groom! She's learned a lot since starting and has many plans to continue to grow! Sheana, owner of Banks Boarding and Becky with Wallin Wash & Groom are in one location for your convenience. You can find their information via their Facebook pages.

    'Blissful ignorance' in entrepreneurship with Scott Mueller

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 20:25


    Scott Mueller's Samson Inc. started as a family farm / feed yard that has blended traditional agriculture production with agricultural services towards a goal of increasing opportunities through value-added services and networks. Mueller is not only a highly-successful entrepreneur and businessman, but actively involved in efforts to grow Columbus.

    A new way of practicing chiropractic when she first came to Columbus has been a success with Dr. Alicia!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 20:58


    Dr. Alicia started her business in Columbus almost 5 years ago and hasn't looked back since. She does things a little differently than what most people are use to! She only does walk-in's and has low costs and flat fee's associated with her services! As a mom of 2, soon to be 3, she stays busy and knows her clients on a more personal level.

    Wemhoff Consulting helps bridge the gap between Employer and Employee. Company culture is more important to and employee than anything else, Tonya can help get you there!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 17:02


    From owning Staffco to retiring, Tonya was not planning to relaunch another business after almost 2 years of retiring! She is helping business owners, managers, employees come together to make the culture within the company stronger than ever!

    Helping connect and grow Columbus with Sandie Fischer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 18:55


    Sandie Fischer handles Membership/Events/Sponsorship at the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce. Host Shae Spitz talks with Fischer about her role and background; the Chamber's upcoming July 4 fireworks show, this year's Taste of Columbus and more.

    From Wic coordinator to Interim Chief Public Officer at East-Central with Jessica Hicks.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 22:29


    East-Central provides more service to the community than one may think! Worried about radon? They have FREE kits to pick up to make sure those levels are low. Struggling with purchasing healthy food, see if you qualify through their WIC program! Many more options are available through East Central.

    Insurance for all your needs with Paige Ritz at Agri-City

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 15:07


    Paige is a native to Columbus and moved away after college. She started in commercial lending with a bank in Iowa then was given the opportunity to move back to Columbus to sell insurance. Paige works hard for her clients and continues to grow her business through relationships and networking in the community!

    Columbus has more to offer than what you think with Betsy Eckhardt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 16:07


    Betsy is the new Parks & Rec coordinator in Columbus creating and running activities throughout Columbus. Tune in to hear what Columbus is doing for the Community and the different activities they have going on through the year. You can visit their website for upcoming events at https://www.columbusne.us/571/Parks-Recreation.

    Even when you're told it won't work, it's up to YOU to make it work - Mikaela Sramek with iDance Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 17:48


    Mikaela talks about the struggles she encountered when moving to a new location she had no ties to and starting a new business. She has taken her business from 35 students to more than 300, even after the pandemic. You can find more information about her business and get your children signed up for classes at www.idanceprojectpac.com.

    Groundbreaking Superior Industries with Jessica Leffers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 15:18


    Meet Jessica, she is the safety & HR director at Superior Industries. Superior Industries started in Minnesota and arrived in Columbus, NE in 2014. Jessica has been with the company since 2015 and enjoyed the journey ever since. As many other businesses, hiring the right people is crucial and has been a struggle. Learn more about who they are and what they do. You can visit their website at https://superior-ind.com/contactus/.

    Centro Hispano's role in bridging the diversity gap with Karina Perez

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 17:19


    Centro Hispano is a nonprofit organization established in 2009 that provides services in immigration, education, and business, primarily in Platte, Colfax, and Madison counties. Executive Director Karina Perez discusses her background, the organization, Columbus, and more!

    Ways to Help the Community through Columbus' Habitat for Humanity Organization with Lori Peters

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 36:19


    Each Habitat for Humanity Organization is locally supported and operated which makes everything they do even more personal. Learn how you can help out even if you're in high school. Most Habitat for Humanity organizations are not able to involve our students but here in Columbus, they have found a way!

    BeYOUtiful Boutique & Everything They Offer with Kris Frederick!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 18:49


    BeYOUtiful Boutique is not your normal boutique store! They offer more than clothes, they can help you find the perfect colors for you through their “House of Color." Listen in to find out more information on what this all entails. You can also go to the shop's Facebook page for more information.

    Talking with Hope about United Way programs, its history, funding, resources, mental health and housing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 25:39


    Here is my story about why I chose to become a realtor for kwELITE in Columbus, Nebraska. There is something about how a smaller community comes together to support each other, and the level of service they provide. I can't think of a better place to work and live!

    Interviewing Lynette about her dance studio and Columbus

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 16:27


    Here is my story about why I chose to become a realtor for kwELITE in Columbus, Nebraska. There is something about how a smaller community comes together to support each other, and the level of service they provide. I can't think of a better place to work and live!

    Plan for Your Financial Freedom with Financial Advisor Melanie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 31:39


    Here is my story about why I chose to become a realtor for kwELITE in Columbus, Nebraska. There is something about how a smaller community comes together to support each other, and the level of service they provide. I can't think of a better place to work and live!

    Raising Awareness for Childhood Cancer with Sammy's Superhero and How It started with Erin Nahorny

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 17:13


    Here is my story about why I chose to become a realtor for kwELITE in Columbus, Nebraska. There is something about how a smaller community comes together to support each other, and the level of service they provide. I can't think of a better place to work and live!

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