Rochester Rising

Next up in the series, we chat with Folashade Oloye, owner of Cashmere Lux Hair Salon. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Cashmere Lux Hair SalonDonate

First up in the series, we chat with Jade Krahn and Frankie Soto, co-owners of The Collaborative Salon. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.The Collaborative SalonDonate

Next on the series we chat with Brianna and Josiah Hanson who own and operate Hanson Leather Co, a leather business specializing in fashionable, functional leather bags. If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Hanson Leather CoDonate

Next up in the series are Alexandra and Bharath Wootla, the two local photographers behind AB Photography. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.AB PhotographyDonate

In the episode we cover what participants can expect to learn from the program, how the program has evolved and changed over the past year, the most impactful takeaways of the program, and details about the upcoming cohort. Thanks for listening! If you think the Collider Community Incubator Program would be a good fit for you and your business journey, you can apply to the program here! You can also learn more about the program here.

Next up in the series are Dawn and Steve Finnie, who co-own and operate Little Thistle Brewing. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Little Thistle BrewingDonate

First up in the series is Annie Jurrens, who opened a low-waste general store in Plainview, Minnesota alongside her husband Seth. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Refill GoodsDonate

Today we hear from Dinalynn Rosenbush, graduate of both Collider's CO.STARTERS and incubator programs, as well as a consultant and coach dedicated to improving communication between parents and their children through her business and podcast, The Language of Play. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Listen to The Language of Play Podcast or contact Dinalynn at hello@thelanguageofplay.com Donate

Today we hear from Tracie Rieder, recent graduate of Collider's incubator program and owner of Circle of Friends Signing School. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Circle of Friends Signing SchoolDonate

Today we hear from Jacob Urrea, Collider member and owner of an interior renovation business, Inner Magic Kitchen & Bath. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Inner Magic Kitchen & BathDonate

Today we hear from Daniel Goodson, Collider member and co-owner of Breaking Barriers LLC, which provides community based support services to adults with disabilities, mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries as they take steps towards their personal goals and dreams. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Breaking Barriers LLCDonate

Next up in the series is Allisa Song, CEO and and founder Nanodropper, a company dedicated to offering value-based solutions to close health equity gaps and named after their flagship product, a patient-centered adaptor for eye drop bottles to reduce the volume of currently oversized eye drops. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.NanodropperDonate

Next up in the series is Christy Chen, CO.STARTERS graduate and founder of Hope Technologies, a startup focused on improving quality of life for dementia patients. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Hope TechnologiesDonate

Next in the series is Alira Coffman, Collider Community Incubator graduate and co-founder of Wren Writing, an online platform where writers can create, collaborate, format and share their work. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Wren WritingDonate

First up in the series is Janice Tam, co-founder and CEO of TrueToForm, a 3D body measurement software that uses virtual mannequins and body scans to help shoppers find clothes that fit perfectly.If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.TrueToFormDonate

Next up in the series is Leanne Kruse, who, along with her husband, has recently purchased Janky Gear, a local community-driven consignment shop specializing in outdoor gear and apparel.If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Janky GearDonate

Today on the podcast we chat with Evin Haukos, owner and race director of the Med City Marathon. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Med City MarathonDonate

Today on the podcast we chat with Marty Walsh, here to tell us about The Minnesota Driftless Hiking Trail and the work being done to develop the 100-mile footpath across southeastern Minnesota. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.MN Driftless Hiking TrailDonate

Today on the podcast we are excited to be sharing our 300th episode with the community! To celebrate this milestone, we've taken the time to extend the intro to chat more about the history and journey the Rochester Rising Podcast has been on through the years. Keep listening for a conversation with avid local runner and pillar of the Rochester running community, Mike Schmitt, who owns his own coaching business. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Mythical Mile CoachingDonate

Today on the podcast we chat with Austin, MN based entrepreneur and CO.STARTERS graduate Kate Blocker about her business, Empowered Movement Physical Therapy. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.DonateYou can follow Kate on Instagram at @dr.kate.b.dpt!

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Today on the podcast we chat with Collider's Executive Director, Amanda Leightner, about her role, how the organization has evolved over the years, as well as share about some Collider success stories! Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.DonateAbout Collider

Today on the podcast we chat Sam Gill, Collider's Director of Community Engagement about his story, role at Collider, and insights on building community. Thanks for listening!

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Izzy Waite about her branding and website design business, Izzy Waite Design. Collider Foundation recently utilized her expertise to rebrand and refresh our own website and we are excited to share her story!

Today on the podcast we chat with Juliana Silva, Collider's Director of Startup Support about her story, her role at Collider, and her insights on the greatest issues entrepreneurs are facing today.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Thank you for joining us for our Downtown Businesses Series, during which we'll be chatting with four unique businesses located in downtown Rochester. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you! Today on the podcast we chat with Maggie Panetta and Nate Nelson about their businesses, Treedome - an eclectic store which carries everything from records and cds to art and vintage clothing - and Pop's Art Theater. Thanks for listening!

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Thank you for joining us for our Downtown Businesses Series, during which we'll be chatting with four unique businesses located in downtown Rochester. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you! Today on the podcast we chat with Naura Anderson, founding director of Threshold Arts, a community arts organization and retail space, and the operator of the Historic Chateau Theatre. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.DonateThreshold Arts Chateau Theatre

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Thank you for joining us for our Downtown Businesses Series, during which we'll be chatting with four unique businesses located in downtown Rochester. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you! Today on the podcast we chat with Anna Christian, owner of Pure Barre Rochester, a low impact, high intensity workout class studio. Thanks for listening!

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Thank you for joining us for our Downtown Businesses Series, during which we'll be chatting with four unique businesses located in downtown Rochester. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you! Today on the podcast we chat with Wendy Lindsay about her experience with opening Pebble Spa, which has 4 locations across Minnesota with one in downtown Rochester. Thanks for listening!

Thank you for joining us for our Women in Food Business series, during which we'll be chatting with female food and beverage entrepreneurs in our community, learning about their unique challenges and experiences in this particular area of business. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you! Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Gina Marcucci, who, along with her business partner, is working toward opening a mead based business, Goldberry Common. Thanks for listening!

Thank you for joining us for our  Women in Food Business series, during which we'll be chatting with female food entrepreneurs in our community, learning about their unique challenges and experiences in this particular area of business. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you!  Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Tiffany Alexandria, a food photographer, blogger, artist and event planner. Let's get started!  Thanks for listening!

Thank you for joining us for our Women in Food Business series, during which we'll be chatting with female food entrepreneurs in our community, learning about their unique challenges and experiences in this particular area of business. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you! Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Kara Fish, a self taught baker and licensed cottage food producer who provides sweet treats through her custom catering and subscription service, Bites By Kara. Thanks for listening!

Thank you for joining us for our Women in Food Business series, during which we'll be chatting with female food entrepreneurs in our community, learning about their unique challenges and experiences in this particular area of business. We're looking forward to hearing their stories and sharing them with you! Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Jennifer Lester, co-owner and manager of one of Rochester's favorite restaurants, Bleu Duck Kitchen, as well as Pato Azul in LaCrosse, Wisconsin.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with David Razidlo about his web app, Game Haven, which simplifies the tabletop game selection process by matching enthusiasts with games tailored to their preferences and connecting them with local communities where they can enjoy them, as well as his experience as a CO.STARTERS participant!

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we're getting an update from a previous Rochester Rising Podcast interviewee, Kristine Stensland, to find out more about how her digital therapeutic behavioral and mental health assessment and intervention tool, Genograms, has developed and changed over the past year, as well as her experience as a CO.STARTERS participant.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Angie Severson about her non-profit organization, Miss Angie's Place, which fosters positive relationships through art, nature, community and well-being at a welcoming and inclusive community center as well as her experience as a CO.STARTERS participant!

Today on the podcast we chat with Paul Koerner about his non-alcoholic beverage business, Afterglow, as well as his experience as a CO.STARTERS participant. This is part one of our four-part CO.STARTERS series so stay tuned for additional episodes!

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Kayla Tschumper about her birth education and empowerment business, My Birth Choices, as well as her experience as a CO.STARTERS participant and our Collider Cup winner!

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Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Autumn Gilliam about her wine education and tasting business, The Adventurous Sip.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Mike and Erin Buss about their IV hydration and vitamin/mineral therapies business, Driftless Hydration.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Allie Kuppenbender about her floral agriculture and design business, Bleed Heart Floral Farm and Design!

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Tiffany Piotrowicz about her active lifestyle and running store, TerraLoco. If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. TerraLocoDonate

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast we chat with Chelsi Low about her camping and glamping business, Aefyntir Outdoors, as well as her experience as a CO.STARTERS participant and our Collider Cup winner! Thanks for listening!

Today on the podcast we chat with D'Angelo Tines about his recent Rochester location addition to the family based popcorn business, Popus Gourmet Popcorn!

Today on the podcast we chat with Becca Stiles-Nogosek and Taylor Nogosek about their property management company and short term rental business, Nogo Homes.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast, we chat with Jessica Curry, longtime local interior designer and owner of Interiors by J. Curry. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. Interiors by J. CurryDonate Photos contributed by Jessica Curry.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast, we chat with LeeAnn Zubay, long time food based business owner, about her latest venture, Food Union.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast, we chat with Nick Novotny and Dustin Hart - co-owners of My Town My Music as they discuss their backgrounds in booking and managing large scale music events and tell us about the upcoming Rochester Thaw music festival! Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.

Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today on the podcast, we chat with Jorge Mosquera who is an owner at Blankets Consulting Group (Business Development & Market Strategy for Small and Medium Enterprises), a partner at Kyndryl (an IT company), the Director of Sales at Med City FC, a board member at Hands for Humanity, an avid investor, financial and business consultant, as well as owner and operator of local food truck and soon to be restaurant, Taco Lab. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. Taco LabDonate