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What a day! We just finished Day 1 of our 2-day competition with Camp Kawaga. To recap the 28 event day we first have on 11 and Under starts Judah Nitzkin, Eli Thompson, and Jack Boehnke. They break down a lot of 11U events today including 5 Newcomb games, 5 softball games and a hockey game. Then we bring on 12 year camper/counselor and podcast favorite Andrew Blechman who is visiting this week. We dive deeper into the day, and then bring on Brady Weiss to tell us all about what happened with the 13 and unders at Kawaga today. Then we finish the podcast with a bunch of nonsense. Enjoy!
We had an incredible day at camp today, and so we needed a two part podcast to recap it all. On todays episode, Jason is first joined by one of our favorite guests Jeremy Kohlenbrener for the "intro". We dive into our first counselor game of the summer against Camp Kawaga...a counselor volleyball win for Menominee. Then brothers Carter and Reid Parks come on to talk about the rest of our camp day including the conclusion of B&A, our intense camper/counselor tennis tournament, and much more. Enjoy.
Another AI-written Episode Description for you this week:We are joined this week by Ryan Daube, founder of Advantage Freight Network (AFN) and 240 Logistics. Listen in as Ryan, an Indiana University alumnus and former American Backhaulers employee, takes us through the trials and triumphs of his entrepreneurial journey. From scaling AFN to a staggering $250 million to his latest venture in the cannabis market, Ryan's story is one for the books!Tune in as he shares the secrets of building a strong team and nurturing an intense sales culture at AFN. Learn about his unique "You Inc." concept that has played a critical role in shaping the company culture, promoting a spirit of entrepreneurship within the organization.Hear Ryan's take on effective leadership and risk management, his belief in the power of constructive criticism, and his insights on personal growth. Find out why he decided to sell his business and how he's exploring opportunities in the fascinating world of cannabis supply chains. But it's not all business! Ryan also shares his passion for Camp Kawaga, a boys' summer camp, and the significant impact it has on children. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an established professional, this episode offers valuable lessons, inspiring stories, and practical advice. Listen now for a masterclass in entrepreneurship, leadership, and beyond.
Good evening everybody! On this episode of the podcast we have 5 members of the Senior Cabin on to recap the first day of our big competition with Camp Kawaga. We saw a lot of amazing stuff today from our campers and staff, and we talk all about it. Menominee has a lot of work to do tomorrow, so cheer us on from wherever you are as we mount our comeback. Enjoy!
It's competition eve at camp, and tonight we have on CITs Miles Provus, Micah Blum, Ryan Martin and Joey Hoffman to talk about what the competition with Camp Kawaga means to them, how the next few days are going to work, why we do this at all, and much much more. Go Menominee...Beat Kawaga!!
On this VERY special episode of the Camp Cast, Jason, along with co-hosts and pod favorites Jeremy Kohlenbrener and Jeff Toombs, is joined by CM Alum and members of the 2000 Senior Cabin Matt Schwartz, Jon Sider and Loren Rue, They dive deep into the 2000 cancelled competition with Camp Kawaga, and all of the ripple effects that occurred as a result. This episode deals with many things that our current campers are going through right now: learning how to handle disappointment, building resilience, persevering through a tough time, getting creative in the moment, and making the best of the hand we are dealt. To top it off, this episode was recorded LIVE from the deck in front of the office one evening with a full audience! This was a blast to record and we hope you love listening to it. Enjoy!
Tomorrow we will begin our 2-day 71 event competition with Camp Kawaga, so we need to bring in the A team to help us sort it all out. So tonight on the podcast I have our Head of Competition Brett Weiss and camp veteran Jonah Weiss (who happen's to be Brett's older brother). We talk about the significance of the competition, all the events to look forward to over the next few days and what to expect from our awesome campers. Go Menominee, Beat Kawaga!
Ryan is AFN’s co-founder and chairman (https://www.loadafn.com/). When he graduated from Indiana University, Ryan joined the dynamic third-party logistics industry. He fell in love with the daily challenges, the fast pace, and the huge potential for personal and professional growth. Ryan quickly realized that there was a real need in the market for a 3PL that was focused on delivering hands-on, results-oriented service that put the needs of clients first and foremost. In 2003, Ryan founded AFN to not only meet this need, but to exceed the expectations of our clients. In addition to leading AFN, Ryan is a dedicated philanthropist, actively supporting the Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois, among other causes. Ryan is also a co-owner of Camp Kawaga, a summer camp for boys located in Minocqua, WI, which he is proud to help guide into a vibrant future. Shownotes: 5:52 What gave you the confidence to go off and start your own business at such a young age? 8:55 Any sports in High School? 13:04 How has your competitive nature benefited you? 15:56 Competitive advantages? 17:50 Why Ryan was able to give better customer service? QUOTE Honesty 22:21 How did you duplicate and scale your personal success with selling in the business? How Ryan built the culture of his business? 27:25 When core values are solidified 30:07 How has your culture changed since day 1? 35:52 The happy medium between grit and comfort 37:06 Do you need to be tough on your team? 48:15 When should you be transparent and when should you hold your tongue? 54:00 What are you focused on now that the business is sold? 57:28 Could you have built this business in any other country? 59:21 Who have been your key mentors? 1:01:49 What role did your dad play in the business? 1:06:10 Ryan's vision 1:11:17 What Jacob and Ryan are working on 1:32:30 Quinton's Quick Takes
On this VERY special episode of the Camp Cast, Jason sits down with 4 alumni and ten year club members, Andrew Blechman, Taylor Beauseigneur, Justin Schoeneman and Jonah Weiss. Our topic today: the big competition between Menominee and our good friends and biggest rivals Camp Kawaga. We talk about the all of the life lessons our boys take away from these 2 intense days at camp, how important it is to compete as Team Menominee once each summer, what this event means to the Menominee Family each year, and share some personal competition stories.
Brennan chats about the one and only Camp Kawaga in Wisconsin. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Grif chats abotu the one and only Camp Kawaga in Minocqua, WI. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Grif chats abotu the one and only Camp Kawaga in Minocqua, WI. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Brennan chats about the one and only Camp Kawaga in Wisconsin. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Part 2: Camp Director Matt Abrams, along with some counselors, explains some of unique and incredible attributes of becomign a part of the Kawaga family. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Part 1: Camp Director Matt Abrams, along with some counselors, explains some of unique and incredible attributes of becomign a part of the Kawaga family. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Part 1: Camp Director Matt Abrams, along with some counselors, explains some of unique and incredible attributes of becomign a part of the Kawaga family. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Part 2: Camp Director Matt Abrams, along with some counselors, explains some of unique and incredible attributes of becomign a part of the Kawaga family. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Camp Director Matt Abrams explains how to pick a summer camp and gives a great overview of the Kawaga experience. You'll learn virtually everything you need to know about signing up for one of the best boys camps in the country. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.
Camp Director Matt Abrams explains how to pick a summer camp and gives a great overview of the Kawaga experience. You'll learn virtually everything you need to know about signing up for one of the best boys camps in the country. Learn more at http://www.kawaga.com.