Lakeville Chamber Connection Podcast

Krista and Logan connect with Dr. Harold Torrence from Dakota County Community and Technical College. He is a Buisness Management instructor who discusses all the ways DCTC is helping to create entrepreneurs of all ages!

Krista and Logan connect with Paulette Odenthal to discuss her event Run the Ritter. It's a race/hike at Lakeville's hidden gem, Ritter Farm Park.

Krista and Logan connect with Jason Viana, the Executive Director at the Open Door Food Shelf. He talks about the need for their program despite being in an affluent community, opening a new location to expand their services, how they acquire food and resources, and how you can help!

Krista and Logan connect with Jason Botterill, President of the Dakota Curling Club. We talk about the history of curling, how to get involved, and how much fun curling can be!

Krista and Logan visit with Erik Therwanger about his Think Great Foundation that gives out thousands of dollars in scholarships for military spouses to finish their educations.

Krista and Logan chat with Paul Jacobus of the Lakeville Lions Club

Krista and Logan chat with Blaine Peterson, the manager of the Airlake Airport in Lakeville. We talk about his career in aviation, the history of the Airlake Airport, the Top Gun movie, and much more!

We dive deep into the history of pan-o-prog, what to expect this year, and ways to improve in the future!

Krista and Logan talk with Dean Simon of Simon's Ace Hardware. They talk about how he got into the hardware business, working with family, and much more!

Shanen Corlett and Logan Anderson chat with long time Lakeville Police Chief Jeff long about his career path, stories from the job, his upcoming retirement, and much more!

Krista turns the tables on Logan as he spills his story. He discusses his career path, his broadcasting nerdiness, how we was connected with Lakeville, and much more!

Krista and Logan chat with Audrey Johnson. A Lakeville business pioneer and rennaissance woman! Don't miss this episode!

Krista and Logan talk with David Williams and Mike Patterson of the Lakeville SnoTrackers snow mobile club. They talk about how they fell in love with snow mobiling as transplants from out of state. They discuss all they do in establishing and maintaining Lakeville's snow mobile trails, how others can experience snow mobiling, and much more!

Krista and Logan chat with Janice Differding, the founder and director of the Lakeville Community Band. She talks about the epiphany of when she decided to start a band, the challenges of starting a band, directing a band in a covid world, and much more!

Krista and Logan visit with Lakeville resident and network TV personality Leif Sundgren, aka the Swedish Ninja. He has appeared four times on NBC's hit show American Ninja Warrior. He discusses getting weird looks working out ninja tricks at an Owatonna Anytime Fitness, the origin of the nickname Swedish Ninja, and using his ninja skills in real life.

Krista and Logan visit with Carl Wahlstrom, former Superintendent of Lakeville Schools. He talks about his history with Lakeville Schools, dealing with labor strikes  at a previous job, and the current state of Lakeville schools.

Krista and Logan talk with Bob Vogel, the Chairman of New Market Bank and former Minnesota legislator. We dive into changes in the banking industry, having four generations of their family working at the same time in the bank, and the challenges faced by family banks. We also dive into his time in the Minnesota Legislature where he discusses his daughters comment that led him to run for his first office, how he read 300 plus page bills, and why we so rarely see party members cross the the aisle on votes. Don't miss this great conversation!

Krista and Logan visit with Wally Potter of the Lakeville Historical Society. They discuss  what the historical society does, the strange history of Antlers Park, were there gangsters in Lakeville during prohibition, and much more!

Krista and Logan visit with Shanen Corlett about the Lakeville Public Safety Foundation. They discuss how the Public Safety Foundation began, what it does, the impact it makes, and much more!

Krista and Logan chat with John Hennen, the Director of Parks and Rec in Lakeville. They talk about the wide range of park offerings, the uniqueness of Lakeville parks, and the future plans for expanded parks in Lakeville if the November referendum passes!

Krista and Logan talk fall sports with both Activities Directors from Lakeville High Schools. Mike Zweber from Lakeville North and Tom Dasovich from Lakeville South. They compare the start of this year to last year, discuss the importance (or lack there of) attributed to the North vs South Rivalry, describe how they work together, and place a friendly wager on the upcoming fall season.

Krista and Logan visit with Tom Vonhof, who is the former police chief and current Rotarian. He tells stories of delivering babies while on patrol, working under cover for the narcotics division, how the department reacted to the exponential growth of the community, what the Rotary Club actually does, and much more!

Krista and Logan go guestless as they discuss the return of Pan-O-Prog, the upcoming City Wide Blood Drive, Suds For Scholars, and the Taste of Lakeville. They also share personal stories including the time Logan talked with Bob Costas, Krista's top hockey mom stories, and their favorite holiday movies.

Krista and Logan talk with country music artist Dave McElroy about why he stays in Lakeville, chasing his dream later in life, the effect of Covid 19 on touring, and his new hunting show on the Sportsman's Channel.

Krista and Logan talk with manager of the Lakeville Area Arts Center Joe Masiarchin. They discuss the history of the arts center and whether it's haunted, how they choose their bands and shows, and what's upcoming at the arts center.

Krista and Logan visit with Melissa Scoles, President of QA1 Precision Auto Parts. We talk about what it's like to have QA1's parts spotlighted on reality TV, being a woman in a traditionally male field, making safer play ground equipment for kids, and much more!

Krista and Logan connect with Lakeville City Councilman Luke Hellier. Topics of discussion include what the council actually does, how many foxes you are allowed to own in your house, why the Sea Girt Inn on Lake Orchard closed, and what Lakeville needs to do to feel more like a "Lake Town." 

Laura Ray joins Krista & Logan to discuss what it's like being a woman on a volunteer fire department, unique calls and rescues, moving from North Pole Alaska, and much more!

Krista and Logan chat with Mayor of Lakeville Doug Anderson. He dispels myths of what power the mayors actually have, recalls when Lakeville didn't have any stoplights, and describes how the Minnesota Supreme Court influenced the weird northeast border of Lakeville.

We chat with Mike Grimm, the radio voice of the University of Minnesota Football and Basketball. We talk about his career path, why he loves Lakeville, his famous "get a pie for it" call, and much more!

We are excited to introduce the Lakeville Chamber Connection Podcast. In this show Chamber President Krista Jech and Chamber Member and Streaming Director of LNPanthers.live talk to some of the most interesting people in Lakeville. They in turn share stories, advice, and experiences that highlight why Lakeville is a great place to be!