Hub City Spokes - Lubbock, TX

Grab the popcorn! This week’s episode is a true Lubbock, Texas production. Katherine White sits down with the talent behind the curtain at Lubbock Moonlight Musicals, Frank Rendon and Tom Laney III. With memories reminiscing on the cast members’ backstage experiences to stories shared of what it means to be a part of the Lubbock... The post Frank Rendon and Tom Laney III with Lubbock Moonlight Musicals appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

We’ll meet you at the barre this week as we talk with Ballet Lubbock Executive Director Nick Dragga. From pirouettes to tondus, Draga leaves the performing to the dancers, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t ready to step into the spotlight on this week’s episode and discuss the rich pool of young talent leaping through... The post Ballet Lubbock Executive Director Nick Dragga appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Lights! Camera! Action! Paul Allen Hunton, general director of Texas Tech Public Media, steps in front of the camera and behind the mic for this episode of Hub City Spokes. As a burgeoning filmmaker in Lubbock, Texas, Hunton shares his expertise on why the West Texas landscape and Lubbock culture boast an ideal community for... The post Lubbock Filmmaker, Paul Allen Hunton appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

As the cornerstone of the Cultural District located in downtown Lubbock, Texas, LHUCA is a catalyst of the arts. A conduit for creativity and meaning, Lubbock artists work, display and teach art through all mediums from sculpture, paints, clay and murals at LHUCA. Lindsey Maestri, executive director of LHUCA, is put on display this week... The post Lindsey Maestri with LHUCA appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Grab a pen and paper, or your conductor’s baton, because David Cho, music director of the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, is sharing his best kept symphony secrets on this week’s episode. With years of experience and talent that surpasses all expectations, he shares his insight on why Lubbock, Texas has a promising future on stage. The post David Cho, Lubbock Symphony Orchestra Music Director appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Lubbock musician Joy Harris shares her sound and talent with us on this week’s episode. From weeknight performances to weekend shows on stage, Lubbock, Texas fosters an environment conducive for local talent like Harris and boasts a plethora of opportunities. Listen in on why she believes Lubbock, Texas the place to be for musicians to... The post Lubbock Musician Joy Harris appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

As visitors drive the streets of Lubbock, Texas, no building looks complete without a mural created by one of the talented local muralists like Joey Martinez. With several works of art on display throughout the city, Martinez shares his experience as a member of Lubbock’s thriving arts community. The post Local Muralist Joey Martinez appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Local wine enthusiast and expert Abby Bogle joins us this week to talk about all things wine in Lubbock, Texas. With a wine portfolio that is as extensive as the Texas Wine Company labels are rich, she is the one-stop-shop for all things reds, whites and blends in the “Hub City”. Pour yourself a glass,... The post Abby Bogle with Texas Wine Company appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

On today’s episode, Katherine White sits down with local Lubbock, Texas artist Danielle East, who is also the founder of East Lubbock Art House, a burgeoning non-profit arts organization dedicated to supporting emerging and marginalized artists of color through exhibition opportunities, offering affordable classes, workshops and more. The post Local Artist Danielle East appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

On episode nine, see why Lubbock, Texas native and former Red Raider, Briana Vela, chose to stay close to home and pursue a career in the local advertising/marketing sector. As Marketing Director of Cielo Global Holdings, hear why Vela enjoys living, working (and playing) in Lubbock, Texas. The post Marketing Professional Briana Vela appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Espresso, please! Get a jumpstart to your day by listening to today’s episode where local coffee shop owner Randall Jackson shares his story of opening Monomyth Coffee and being a small business owner in Lubbock, Texas. As a millennial business owner, husband and father, hear why the “Hub City” is the ideal place for entrepreneurs... The post Randall Jackson, Co-Owner of Monomyth Coffee appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

On today’s episode, Katherine White chats with Yvonne Limon, Marketing Director for Lee Lewis Construction, Inc. Hear why this Lubbock, Texas native chose to stay in the “Hub City” to pursue a thriving career in the local marketing industry. The post Yvonne Limon with Lee Lewis Construction, Inc. appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Lace up your running shoes! On today’s episode, Katherine White sits down with Amy Wimmers, creator and owner of The Ash, a local activewear boutique located in Lubbock, Texas. Listen in as Wimmers explains her passion for healthy living, empowering women along the way. The post Amy Wimmers, Creator and Owner of The Ash appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Grab a pint and settle in for episode five of Hub City Spokes as Katherine White sits down with Eric Cunningham, co-owner of Two Docs Brewing Co. Veterinarian by day and master craft brewer by night, hear Cunningham’s thoughts on why Lubbock, Texas is the ideal environment to own a business. The post Lubbock Brewmaster Eric Cunningham appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

On episode four, Katherine White sits down with Madison Baker, owner of local favorite, California T’s. From Charlotte, NC to the “Hub City”, find out why Madison chose to return home and why Lubbock, Texas is the perfect place for young entrepreneurs.  The post Madison Baker with California T’s appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

You may want to take notes for this one! Today, Chris Rankin, product and service coordinator at Breedlove Foods, Inc., tells his experience in the non-profit sector found in Lubbock, Texas. As an immigrant from Colombia in his early teens, Rankin shares his experience and the opportunities offered him in the “Hub City”. The post Chris Rankin with Breedlove Foods, Inc. appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

We hope you’re hungry! Katherine White chats with Cameron West, chef and owner of The West Table Kitchen & Bar, The Brewery LBK and new fried chicken favorite, Dirk’s, to discuss the thriving culinary scene in Lubbock, Texas. The post Lubbock Chef Cameron West appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

Grab a glass of Texas High Plains wine and press play, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Katherine White sits down with local winemakers and experts Spencer Igo, Jason Centanni and David Mueller to talk all things Lubbock, Texas wine. The post Lubbock Wine Makers Spencer Igo, Jason Centanni and David Mueller appeared first on Hub City Spokes.

https://youtu.be/b-ATuQ5Y4Kw Kelly Davila and Naomi Couture from the South Plains Association of Governments (SPAG) discuss the Support Lubbock Fund, a partnership with Market Lubbock, Inc. and the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) to provide financial assistance to local small businesses. In this episode of Hub City Spokes listen to LEDA’s Katherine White go in-depth on... The post S3E11: Kelly Davila and Naomi Couture with SPAG appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/oxV6SVd1EOw The Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) partnered with Market Lubbock, Inc. and the South Plains Association of Governments (SPAG) in creating the Support Lubbock Fund, a small business loan program awarding small businesses in the Lubbock community with financial assistance to alleviate the economic challenges of the recent public health crisis. John Osborne, CEO... The post S3E10: John Osborne, CEO and President of LEDA appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/2f8rSegednA General Manager of Carpet Tech Stephanie Henderson sits down with Katherine White of the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance to discuss the future effects the recent pandemic will have on the cleaning industry in Lubbock. As an emergency servicer of biohazard disinfecting, as well as other cleaning services, Carpet Tech has protected the Lubbock community... The post S3E9: Stephanie Henderson, General Manager of Carpet Tech appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/h-ei8jiPCRQ In this episode of Hub City Spokes, Anna and Cameron Brown, Director and Therapist for Desert Sky Therapy, explain the mental health affects the public health crisis has had on the community, recently opening their therapy clinic and conducting contactless, telehealth sessions during the pandemic. During this time they are dedicated to providing an... The post S3E8: Cameron and Anna Brown for Desert Sky Family Therapy appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/WicBYxr-5RY Elizabeth Hill, co-owner of Burklee Hill Vineyards, shares insight on recent impacts the Texas High Plains Wine industry is currently facing due to COVID-19. This family-owned, generational winery recently opened a tasting room and event center in the Historic Kress Building located in downtown Lubbock. Since opening, Burklee Hill has taken the necessary precautions... The post S3E7: Elizabeth Hill, Co-owner of Burklee Hill Vineyards appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/_lZd-lg0NEE Lubbock City Mayor Dan Pope sits down with Katherine White of the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance to get a closer look at how local leaders addressed the impacts of the recent public health crisis on the citizens, business owners and essential workers in the Lubbock community. The post S3E6: Dan Pope, Mayor of the City of Lubbock appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/xfyX-u7NPS8 CEO of United Supermarkets Robert Taylor explains how the major Texas grocery store chain adapted to the recent challenges during the public health crisis. In this episode of Hub City Spokes, Katherine White with the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) discusses what the future of essential businesses may look like. The post S3E5: Robert Taylor, CEO of United Supermarkets appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/V82K1DTY8fA Katherine White with the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance sits down with Rodney Madsen, CEO of Germblast, to discuss how his background in healthcare coupled with his company’s mission to “eradicate illnesses from everyday life” helped guide them through the recent effects of the public health crisis as infection experts. The post S3E4: Rodney Madsen, CEO for GermBlast and Epidemiologist appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/vGyLkFv9vKw As the season three location for the Hub City Spokes podcast, the DoubleTree by Hilton is near completion. Katherine White with the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance sits down with Matt Roig and Antonio Pina to talk about hotel amenities and delicious food. No stranger to Lubbock’s culinary scene, Antonio Pina will be serving up... The post S3E3: Matt Roig and Antonio Pina for the DoubleTree by Hilton appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/Y5YyukRLSLc A local favorite, Evie Mae’s Pit Barbeque, talks all things Texas BBQ in this episode of Hub City Spokes. Recognized in Texas Monthly for the innovative approach to serving barbecue during a global pandemic, Mallory and Arnis Robbins share their secret to success when it comes to not only running a wildly successful food... The post S3E2: Mallory and Arnis Robbins, Co-Owners of Evie Mae’s Pit Barbeque appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/Qmax9ahQpMo Lubbock locals are no stranger to the Brewery LBK, and especially the recent addition to the menu: adult popsicles. Mike Nghiem and Sally Taylor share their experience brewing during a pandemic and how an unlikely idea turned into a crowd favorite that altered the future of their business. The post S3E1: Mike Nghiem and Sally Taylor for The Brewery LBK appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Riley Barrett, Designer and Software Architect of Caprock Custom Apps, talks all things technology and application development on this episode of Hub City Spokes. Because of the limitless advantages to starting a business in the “Hub City”, including the support and mentorship found within the community, Riley believes Lubbock is a great place to launch... The post S2E7: Riley Barrett with Caprock Custom Apps appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Magdalena Rakowska, Founder of Envirostatus, talks about the great advantages of launching business in the Innovation Hub. In this episode, Magdalena emphasizes the importance of community. She attributes her business’ success to the resources and support she found at the Innovation Hub. The post S2E6: Magdalena Rakowska with Envirostatus appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

John Smothers, President and CEO of Reproductive Solutions, Inc., sits down with Katherine White to share his experience building a research company at the Innovation Hub at Research Park. Smothers credits the success of Reproductive Solutions to the mentors and environment the Hub fosters. The post S2E5: John Smothers with Reproductive Solutions, Inc. appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Katherine White sits down with Siva Vanapalli, a professor of chemical engineering at Texas Tech University and also Co-founder and CEO of Nemalife, a biotech and scientific community dedicated to identifying molecules that promote healthy human life. In this podcast they discuss how the Innovation Hub at Research Park helped launch his company. The post S2E4: Siva Vinapalli with Nemalife appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

On this episode of Hub City Spokes, Katherine White talks with Carder Brooks and Cole Siefert, co-founders of Gap Peptides. The two go in-depth on the advantages of starting a business in Lubbock with the assistance of the Innovation Hub at Research Park. The post S2E3: Carder Brooks and Cole Seifert with Gap Peptides appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

David Weindorf, Associate Vice President in the Office of Research and Innovation and Professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at Texas Tech University, discusses soil science in the Texas High Plains with Katherine White on this episode of Hub City Spokes. The post S2E2: David Weindorf with Department of Plant & Soil Science appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Recently named the Associate Vice President of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Innovation Hub at Research Park, Kimberly Gramm, along with Cara Wells, Founder and CEO of EmGenisys, sit down with Katherine White to discuss the successes they have been apart of within the Hub. Through the opportunities offered at the Hub, researchers and entrepreneurs like... The post S2E1: Kimberly Gramm and Cara Wells with TTU Innovation Hub and EmGenisys appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Ross and Jacob Hamil are the bros behind Hamil Bros. Studios, a video production company that makes commercials and promotional content for companies all over the country. Katherine White sits down with the two filmmakers to talk all things video in the “Hub City”. To them, the community support and ability to work with talented... The post S1E15: The Hamil Brothers of Hamil Bros Studios appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Mike Jones is Director of Technology at Primitive Social, a digital marketing agency. Mike sits down with Katherine White to explain his experience working at a start-up company in Lubbock, Texas. Throughout this episode, Mike discusses what he describes as the limitless advantages of starting companies in the “Hub City.” The post S1E14: Mike Jones with Primitive Social appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

From humble beginnings in a small building to a nationwide multimillion-dollar franchise, Blake Buchanan grew his shaved ice company into what is known as Bahama Bucks today. Blake sits down with Katherine White and Mike Jones to tell his story about how an idea to help pay for college grew to be a successful chain... The post S1E13: Blake Buchanan with Bahama Bucks appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Flint Avenue Marketing founder Amy Wood shares her experience growing a nationwide company in Lubbock, Texas. For her, she attributes her success in Lubbock to the resources found at Texas Tech University and the networking groups within the community. Communal support is one of the many reasons why she chooses to continue to grow her... The post S1E12: Amy Wood with Flint Avenue Marketing appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

A local hip-hop artist gives insight on the music scene in the 806. Mike Jones sits down with Booga Bradshaw to discuss the music industry in Lubbock and the resources available for locals to share their talents. In this episode, Booga emphasizes the importance of community support and shares his desire to give back. The post S1E11: Local Artist Booga Bradshaw appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Mike Jones sits down with Ryan Reber of Lubbock Angel Network, a local investment network, that not only provides opportunities to investors that give high reward, but also funding to entrepreneurs. Reber says it takes a village to grow a start-up and discusses the advantages of growing a business in Lubbock, Texas. The post S1E10: Ryan Reber with Lubbock Angel Network appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Local mogul Josh Allen shares his experience opening multiple businesses in Lubbock, Texas. Owner of Allen Financial Agency, West Crust Pizza, Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar and Cantina Laredo, Josh acquired the experience to offer advice on the ins and outs of financial planning and what it takes to run a successful business in Lubbock, Texas.... The post S1E9: Josh Allen with Allen Financial Agency appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

https://youtu.be/3yPhejwd7FAIn this episode of Hub City Spokes, Mike Jones sits down with Jean Evans of Evans and Associates, LLC, a consulting company that works with CEOs and business owners to streamline their operations and help them grow. Mike and Jean discuss the growing business community in Lubbock and the Texas-sized spirit of collaboration that helped... The post S1E8: Jean Evans with Evans and Associates, LLC appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Anthony Presley, the chief products officer of Truno, a retail technology services company, discusses the advantages to starting a business in Lubbock. Truno is a worldwide company that provides technology services for local grocery stores and restaurants. Anthony is currently looking to build his team and chose Lubbock, Texas to do so. The post S1E7: Anthony Presley with Truno appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

West Texas winemaker Andy Timmons sits down with Katherine White and talks all things wine. West Texas is the leading producer of wine grapes in Texas thanks to the preferable climate and growing conditions. In this episode of Hub City Spokes, Andy gives listeners the secret to the perfect bottle of wine in Lubbock, Texas. The post S1E6: Andy Timmons, West Texas Winemaker appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

PaveTex, a nationwide engineering firm, recognizes Lubbock’s resilient and diverse economy, the quality of the employee pool, the collaborative spirit and the beauty of the area. In this episode of Hub City Spokes, CEO David Miller explains how the West Texas work ethic has secured the firm’s headquarters in Lubbock. Not to mention how Lubbock’s... The post S1E5: David Miller with PaveTex appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Cassie Johnston sits down with Katherine White to share her family’s story with Alstrom Syndrome and how they used their situation to start a non-profit to raise awareness for the rare disease. With her daughter Bryce being diagnosed with Alstrom Disease at three years old, Cassie and her family started fundraising to donate to research... The post S1E4: Cassie Johnston with Alstrom Angels appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Todd Knowlton sits down with Mike Jones to talk about the technology industry in Lubbock, Texas and how it affects his company, Smooth Fusion. Smooth Fusion is a custom web and application development company that serves local and national customers. Todd praises the resources available in the “Hub City” to those pursuing a career in... The post S1E3: Todd Knowlton with Smooth Fusion appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

From humble beginnings with one employee and a truck, Carpet Tech has expanded into an interstate business with over 150 employees. The secret to their success? Melinda Pharies gives credit to the community support found here in Lubbock. Mike Jones sits down to discuss the successes of Carpet Tech, a family-owned, local carpet cleaning company. The post S1E2: Melinda Pharies with Carpet Tech appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.

Rob Fauver, Chief Strategist Officer and managing partner of Hoverstate, sits down with Katherine White to talk all things IT and software design in Lubbock. For Hoverstate, bringing their focus of innovation to the “Hub City” was a smart business move as Lubbock has the resources to sustain their growing company. The post S1E1: Rob Fauver with Hoverstate appeared first on Hub City Spokes in Lubbock, TX.