Podcasts about rural entrepreneurship

Putting the Social in Social Media from a Remote, Rural Location in Canada In this episode of the Hybrid Remote Center of Excellence podcast, host Nola Simon interviews Ingrid Deon, an award-winning entrepreneur who runs a world-class marketing agency from rural Nova Scotia. Discover how Ingrid built her successful business and created local jobs in a small town, overcoming challenges and leveraging the power of authentic social media engagement. **Key Highlights:** - Ingrid's journey from single mom to CEO of a marketing agency - Building a business in rural Nova Scotia and creating local jobs - Overcoming internet connectivity challenges in remote areas - The importance of work flexibility and trust in remote teams - Innovative approaches to client acquisition and networking - Putting the "social" back in social media marketing **Topics Covered:** 1. **Rural Entrepreneurship**    - Running a marketing agency from a town of 8,000 people    - Hiring locally in rural Nova Scotia    - Overcoming infrastructure challenges (internet, cell coverage) 2. **Remote Work and Flexibility**    - Balancing office presence with remote work options    - Creating a supportive work environment for team members 3. **Client Acquisition Strategies**    - Targeting industry-specific conferences for potential clients    - The benefits of attending CPG and health food conferences 4. **Social Media Marketing Approach**    - Focus on organic social media and authentic engagement    - The power of comment-based contests for market research    - Creating loyal fans through intentional online connections 5. **Personal Growth and Inspiration**    - The impact of mentors and early career experiences    - The importance of resilience and learning from struggles 6. **Future of Social Media Marketing**    - Emphasis on authentic connections and engagement    - Balancing organic content with paid advertising Ingrid Deon's story showcases the possibilities of building a successful business from a rural location while creating meaningful employment opportunities. Her approach to social media marketing emphasizes authentic engagement and community building, offering valuable insights for businesses looking to enhance their online presence. Citations: [1] https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/15878539/2044917b-9e10-48b4-82ee-bb0e311c9844/paste.txt Ingrid Deon transformed her experience as a poor single mom in rural Nova Scotia into a mission to create opportunities for others. As Founder and CEO of word-craft, she's proving that world-class marketing can thrive anywhere. From Yarmouth, her team of talented women serves major national clients like Nestlé Canada and RBC Wealth Management, while challenging the assumption that success requires moving to a big city. https://ca.linkedin.com/in/ingriddeon word-craft https://www.instagram.com/wordcraftinc/ ingrid@word-craft.ca  

Dennis is joined by Mo Collins, Director of Entrepreneurship - International Economic Development Council, and they discuss the upcoming Rural Entrepreneurship 101 online class. Courtney Zaugg is the other instructor of the Rural Entrepreneurship class. Rural Entrepreneurship 101 - online November 20, 2024 11:00 am - 6:00 pm EST The rise of bandwidth, remote work, and local, place-based assets go hand in hand with emerging rural entrepreneurship and ecosystem building. Join this 101 Class to explore innovative strategies to overcome rural entrepreneurship's unique challenges and learn best practices to transform your rural community into a hub of growth and sustainability.  

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson interviews Marta Tarantsey, Regional Development Officer for Business Oregon, about her work fostering economic growth in Southern Oregon. Since 2017, Marta has supported businesses and communities in the region, navigating the challenges and opportunities of a state rich in natural resources and talent but with a smaller population compared to national competitors. Marta highlights key topics such as Oregon's urban growth boundary and its influence on development. She shares the success story of Dutch Bros Coffee—an Oregon startup that scaled into a national brand and went public—as a prime example of the region's potential. The conversation also explores pressing workforce issues, including childcare shortages, drawing on insights from a recent panel hosted by the Grants Pass and Josephine Chamber of Commerce. Throughout the episode, Marta's passion for community engagement is evident as she reflects on her involvement with local organizations. Her journey from Russia to Oregon over two decades ago adds a unique perspective to her approach to economic development. This conversation offers valuable insights into navigating regional growth challenges and strategies for building resilient communities in a competitive national landscape. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Marta Tarantsey.

“Minute with the Mayor” Plainview Mayor Aaron Luckstein answers questions related to Council Meetings, including - Recap of Corn on the Cob Days City Hall competition, SMIF program for Rural Entrepreneurship, and the Downtown Sip & Shop event.

Dr Peter Gittins and Dr Deema Refai discuss their research on constrained rural entrepreneurship. They talk about the constraints and opportunities farmers are facing post-Brexit, and also discuss how other entrepreneurs work within constraints to achieve positive changes. This podcast episode was recorded remotely in November 2023. If you would like to get in touch regarding this podcast, please contact  research.lubs@leeds.ac.uk. A transcript of this episode is available.  Visit the project webpage for further information. The project is funded by Leeds University Business School's Impact and Engagement Support Fund and International Research Collaborations Fund. About the speakers: Peter Gittins is a Lecturer in the Centre for Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Studies (CEES) at Leeds University Business School. He has a practical working background in farm management, helping to run his family-owned livestock farm in West Yorkshire. His research interests are centred around agricultural business management, specifically rural entrepreneurship and approaches to strategic management in farming businesses. Deema Refai is an Associate Professor in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship in CEES and is currently Joint Editor in Chief of The International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Deema's research focus is developed around constrained entrepreneurship, with a particular interest in the refugee and rural contexts.

Have you ever wondered how to pivot your business from invisible to invincible? In this episode of the Brilliant Business Beautiful Life Podcast, I chat with the remarkable Jenn Donovan about her entrepreneurial journey. Known for her ceaseless passion and impressive knack for marketing, Jenn brings a refreshing perspective from her diverse background, transitioning from law to owning a rural shop and now being a successful social media marketing consultant. Her contributions as the founder of 'Buy from a Bush Business' and co-founder of 'Spend with Us Buy from a Bush Business Marketplace' bring an infectious drive for success that every entrepreneur can learn from.Delving into social media marketing, Jenn shares her wisdom about the significance of a strategic blend - including sales and value-driven approaches. She illustrates the importance of creative thinking in growing a business and the necessity of a well-rounded social media marketing strategy with a focus on sales, brand awareness, lead generation, growth, and engagement.Jenn Donovan, Social Media and Marketing: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/108 Social Media Content Ideas: https://socialmediaandmarketing.com.au/freebies/108-social-media-content-creation-ideas/I'd love to know what you enjoyed about today's episode! Leave a comment below or DM me on Instagram @16thavecreative Don't forget to subscribe, and tap the bell so you'll be notified every time a new episode drops. Plus, it would be amazing if you could rate the show and leave a positive review.Here's a few ways we can help you: JOIN THE WAITING LIST FOR START-UP SUCCESS! Build Your Business in 60 Days! Ditch Your 9-5! Get Your 9-5 Exit Plan Here! Get the Brilliant Business Beautiful Life Playbook Straight to Your Inbox! Ultimate Website Content Checklist The Framework: Your Brand Voice Check out our Services : Squarespace website design, copywriting, & branding

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Dane Carlson sits down with Jennifer Olson, Director of Business Development for the city of Marion, Illinois, discussing the impact of her podcast "Small Town, Big Business" and delving into the economic development and revitalization efforts in her town. They discuss the challenges and rewards of running a successful podcast, the importance of small businesses in rural communities, and the significance of tourism in Marion. The episode begins with an insightful discussion about the "Small Town, Big Business" podcast, co-hosted by Jennifer Olson. Exploring the triumphs and tribulations of small businesses in rural areas, the podcast serves as a platform to inspire others towards entrepreneurship. Jennifer talks about the importance of consistency in releasing episodes, the impact of the podcast's storytelling on weaving deeper connections between local businesses and the community, and the often underestimated potency of mentorship in entrepreneurial success. Diving deeper, Dane and Jennifer touch on Marion's strategic position as a hub for industries like manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, and retail. Notwithstanding its relatively small population, Marion sees its size nearly doubled every day due to incoming commuters. With an upcoming jet service connecting the city to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport, they articulate on the fresh wave of opportunities this development would bring. The dialogue then traverses to the extensive tourism potential of Marion, its resilient history symbolically termed "Little Eygpt," and the enduring relevance of attractions like the Shawnee National Forest and a developed wine trail. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Jennifer Olson.

I've been in awe of today's guest, Natalie Hodge, since I first learned about her show Hometown Hustle.As of summer 2023, the show is in its second season telling the stories of entrepreneurs building their big business ideas in the small towns of rural America and changing the narrative about rural entrepreneurship.Today, Natalie shares why she believes it's so vital to share the stories of rural entrepreneurs, the joys and challenges of producing a web series from scratch on a tight budget, and how we can build buy-in on these stories from community and corporate partners.Natalie Hodge is the founder and owner of Rudy's Girl Media, a Martinsville, Virginia-based multimedia content creation company specializing in developing a diverse array of engaging projects ranging from film to literary works. Natalie is a writer, producer, and transformation coach with a background in higher education and workforce development with degrees from Guilford College and Cornell University. She is an authentic and inspiring speaker who focuses her messaging on fearlessness and the power of positive being.Listen to the full episode to hear: How Natalie went about building her slate of entrepreneur stories Why it's so important for her to share the positive impact of rural entrepreneurship on local economies How Natalie builds buy-in with partners from community economic development teams to corporate sponsors How telling stories of rural entrepreneurs has the ability to impact local economies Learn More About Natalie Hodge: Rudy's Girl Media NatalieHodge.com Hometown Hustle Instagram: @NatalieKHodge,  @RudysGirlMedia Learn More About Anika Horn: Website: www.socialventurers.com  Instagram: SocialVenturers Newsletter: Sign up for Impact Curator Resources: Entrepreneurship on the RISE Podcast, RISE Collaborative Browntown Farms The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials Into Triumph, Ryan Holiday EcoMap Technologies

Colton and Ethan Munger are brothers who grew up on their families ranch in Nebraska. To learn more about their family ranch you can listen to my conversation with their dad Brian on episode 35, it's one of my favorites. I love what these two are doing because while many feel their is no opportunity in rural America to start a business and find success, both Colton and Ethan in their early twenties are finding tremendous success working for themselves. In this episode they share their stories of getting started, and the importance of organization, communication and much more! Resources Mentioned: Nelson Nash - Becoming Your Own Banker Mary Jo Irman - Farming Without The Bank Extreme Ownership Movers of Men and Mountains As always, check us out at Herd Quitter Podcast on Facebook and Instagram as well as at herdquitterpodcast.com. You can also check out Pharocattle.com for more information on how to put more fun and profit back into your ranching business!

In our final episode of the series we are discussing the important financial topics which cover most natural capital projects, including ecosystem markets and green commerce. We discuss potential funding and revenue options for natural capital, and importantly what are the risks and future opportunities for agriculture and landowners in Scotland. Investing in nature can help to improve our environment, drive a green economy, tackle global issues such as climate change and make the world a better place for both society and biodiversity. Professor Mark Reed is an expert in Rural Entrepreneurship and the Co-Director of the Thriving Natural Capital Challenge Centre at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC). He is a transdisciplinary researcher specialising in environmental governance, ecosystem markets and research impact. He is a visiting professor at several universities, CEO of Fast Track Impact, Research Lead for the IUCN UK Peatland Programme where he sits on the Executive Board of the Peatland Code, and is also Co-Chair of UNEP's Global Peatland Initiative Research Working Group. The Earth's soils, rocks, air, water, plants and animals are all valuable resources that provide a wide range of services and benefits. These resources need to be carefully managed and maintained to support a healthy functioning environment. In this Natural Capital podcast series, hosted by Rachel Smillie we explore different natural capital assets and their value to Scottish agriculture and the rural economy, including the opportunities and risks for the future.  Hosted by Rachel Smillie, produced by Iain Boyd, editor Kieron Sim, executive producer Kerry Hammond.  Timestamps  Putting a financial value on nature : 1:50 - 6:56  Requirements and controls for land and carbon markets : 6:57 – 11:13  Opportunities and risks for farmers : 11:14 – 22:50  Money for nature restoration projects : 26:18 – 38:00  Balancing science, business and farmers needs : 38:00 – 44:55 Related FAS Resources Advice & Grants | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)Funding Opportunities for Sustainable Farming | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) FAS Sounds | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory ServiceEnvironment resources for farmers from Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Related Resources Professor Mark Reed, SRUC, UK (profmarkreed.com)Thriving natural capital | SRUCScottish Nature Finance Pioneers – Grow, Restore, Prosper | NatureScotScottish Forum on Natural Capital – Bringing together public, private and voluntary sector organisations in order to protect and rebuild Scotland's natural capital. (naturalcapitalscotland.com)Home - UK...

In our final episode of the series we are discussing the important financial topics which cover most natural capital projects, including ecosystem markets and green commerce. We discuss potential funding and revenue options for natural capital, and importantly what are the risks and future opportunities for agriculture and landowners in Scotland.  Investing in nature can help to improve our environment, drive a green economy, tackle global issues such as climate change and make the world a better place for both society and biodiversity.     Professor Mark Reed is an expert in Rural Entrepreneurship and the Co-Director of the Thriving Natural Capital Challenge Centre at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC). He is a transdisciplinary researcher specialising in environmental governance, ecosystem markets and research impact. He is a visiting professor at several universities, CEO of Fast Track Impact, Research Lead for the IUCN UK Peatland Programme where he sits on the Executive Board of the Peatland Code, and is also Co-Chair of UNEP's Global Peatland Initiative Research Working Group.    The Earth's soils, rocks, air, water, plants and animals are all valuable resources that provide a wide range of services and benefits. These resources need to be carefully managed and maintained to support a healthy functioning environment. In this Natural Capital podcast series, hosted by Rachel Smillie we explore different natural capital assets and their value to Scottish agriculture and the rural economy, including the opportunities and risks for the future.   Hosted by Rachel Smillie, produced by Iain Boyd, editor Kieron Sim, executive producer Kerry Hammond.   Timestamps   Putting a financial value on nature : 1:50 - 6:56   Requirements and controls for land and carbon markets : 6:57 – 11:13   Opportunities and risks for farmers : 11:14 – 22:50   Money for nature restoration projects : 26:18 – 38:00   Balancing science, business and farmers needs : 38:00 – 44:55  Related FAS Resources  Advice & Grants | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Funding Opportunities for Sustainable Farming | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)    FAS Sounds | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service Environment resources for farmers from Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)      Other Related Resources  Professor Mark Reed, SRUC, UK (profmarkreed.com) Thriving natural capital | SRUC Scottish Nature Finance Pioneers – Grow, Restore, Prosper | NatureScot Scottish Forum on Natural Capital – Bringing together public, private and voluntary sector organisations in order to protect and rebuild Scotland's natural capital. (naturalcapitalscotland.com) Home - UK Woodland Carbon Code Peatland Code | IUCN UK Peatland Programme (iucn-uk-peatlandprogramme.org) Soil Carbon Code | About the Code (sustainablesoils.org) ICVCM - Build integrity and scale will follow

I am honored to invite you to my conversation with Jon Jackson. Jon is a former US Army ranger who served six deployments in Iraq and Afganistan. In 2014, he built and founded Comfort Farms – A 20-acre farm in rural Georgia, as a place to help veterans on their journey of reintegrating into society. Readjusting to civilian life was a challenge for Jon, who suffers from a traumatic brain injury and PTSD. He did not find hope or help in the traditional systems serving veterans. Each year in the US, thousands of veterans die by suicide. In starting Comfort Farms, Jon aims to bring this number down, and provide a space for vets to work and heal together.This is a story about service, sacrifice, and the healing powers of nature.Read more about Jon on urbanexodus.com/blogSupport the showSupport the showSign up for Apple Podcasts premium for ad-free listening, rapid-fire guest interviews & our new mini-pod Ditch the City. urbanexodus.com | @theurbanexodus | buy the book

In this podcast episode, Don Macke hosts Tina Metzer and Jessica Glendinning with RuralRISE, an important entrepreneurship initiative focusing on Rural America. Tina and Jessica share their personal development journeys and the “why” and “what” of RuralRISE. Additionally, they explore how folks can participate in the upcoming September 28-30th RuralRISE gathering in Emporia, Kansas along with other networking and learning opportunities.

What kind of standards, codes and governance structures are needed for investors to have confidence in buying carbon credits? In the UK, many carbon codes are under development to allow for the sale of credits from nature restoration. Professor Mark Reed has been a leading voice in the role of governance, as well as being the architect of the Peatland Carbon Code and involved in the development of other codes across the UK. In this episode, he shares his thinking on the next steps around governance infrastructure for the emerging UK environmental markets.

In this episode of Scotland Matters, our Wildlife Estates Scotland Project Officer Caroline Pringle sits down with ​Mark Reed, Professor of Rural Entrepreneurship and Co-Director of the Thriving Natural Capital Challenge Centre at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC). This episode works as a companion piece to an interview with Mark, featured in the latest edition of LandBusiness Magazine, asking questions around the subject of the soil carbon market, finding out more about the research taking place behind the scenes, and the implications for land managers across Scotland. This episode was recorded on 5 April 2022. ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson. Find out more about SRUC - www.sruc.ac.uk Find out more about Mark Reed  - www.profmarkreed.com Find out more about Track 1 of the National Test Programme (NTP): Preparing for Sustainable Farming - www.gov.scot/news/preparing-for-sustainable-farming Read the interview with Mark in LandBusiness Magazine - "Getting up to speed on the soil carbon code" Find out what a Scottish Land & Estates Membership can do for you -  www.scottishlandandestates.co.uk/membership

Host Tim Sablik discusses his recent research on the value of entrepreneurs in the economic growth of rural places and small towns, as well as the obstacles that they face compared to more urban communities. Sablik also talks with Erika Bell and Laura Ullrich about what they have learned from their contacts in North Carolina and South Carolina about rural entrepreneurship. Bell is community development regional manager for the Carolinas and Ullrich is a regional economist in the Richmond Fed's Charlotte branch. Full transcript and related links: https://www.richmondfed.org/podcasts/speaking_of_the_economy/speaking_2022_05_11_rural_entrepreneurship

I'm excited to invite you to my conversation with artist, embroiderer and DIY designer Sarah Benning. At first glance, Sarah's life seems like a vision from the past. She lives in a historic Victorian home in New Hampshire, and spends most of her days embroidering.  Although, in actuality Sarah is a successful contemporary artist, creating one of a kind hand stitched artworks, DIY kits and digital embroidery patterns. Sarah studied painting in college and despite being drilled in school that in order to be a successful artist you have to live in a big city, she decided to throw caution to the wind and leave Chicago and city life after graduation. She took a job as a nanny and in her downtime began experimenting with embroidery as a creative medium. She found that the lower cost of living and the less stressful lifestyle gave her more free time, which actually inspired her creative process and ingenuity in taking up an antiquated art form and bringing it into the 21st century. Documenting her work and process on Instagram in the early days of the app Sarah amassed an enormous online following that helped her begin selling her work. In just a year and a half, Sarah reached a point where she felt like she could make art her full time hustle. She has slowly built a sustainable art business by constantly evolving her work and offerings to keep up with the wants and needs of her customers. Now, both Sarah and her husband work full time to run the business. They are able to live in a small town and have much more flexibility in their lives. I am so inspired by Sarah's creative journey of taking a leap from side hustle to full time artist. I also really appreciate her journey of leaving the city and moving to a tiny community before realizing that a slightly larger small town felt more like home. Sarah's story speaks to both the intense amount of work it requires to build your own business and also the tremendous rewards of having more autonomy over your own life. I encourage you to peruse Sarah's online shop or consider taking one of her workshops. This is a story of making your passion your profession, being open and willing to make creative evolutions, rural entrepreneurship in the digital age, the lost art of embroidery, and so much more. I hope you enjoy it. For links to Sarah's work, social accounts and photos from her creative home and studio visit the Urban Exodus blog. Photo credit: Sanders Three

I'm excited to invite you to my conversation with Christopher Joe, a 3rd generation Black Angus cattle farmer, a District Conservationist for the National Resources Conversation Service, and the founder of Connecting with Birds and Nature Tours. Christopher's family has owned 200 acres forests and fields in Alabama's Black Belt since the early 1900s. Christopher was raised with a deep respect of agriculture, land stewardship and the natural world. In addition to running the farm, Christopher's father worked as an agribusiness educator for over thirty years and Christopher earned a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management from Alabama A&M University.Chris is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to finding creative ways to use your land to benefit yourself, your community and the greater ecosystem - no matter if you have hundreds of acres or a small allotment. At the NRCS Christopher works farmers and land owners to help them best utilize and conserve their property. While looking for creative ways to diversify the Joe Farm's income streams, Christopher reached out to different area organizations and universities to get their thoughts on ways of incorporating agri-tourism into their farming operations. Connecting with Birds and Nature Tours was born in 2018, giving birders and naturalists access to explore and birdwatch on Christopher's family's farm. By partnering with local small businesses, Christopher has created opportunities for the entire local economy. This has led to the creation of jobs, regional economic development, and support for local landowners/businesses, in his historically underserved community. In addition to the birding tours, Christopher and his father have begun to receive grants to build bird houses, towers and boxes for University studies. He has also discovered a deep love of birding and photography. These days he never leaves home without his camera and his "rocket launcher" birding lens. Christopher's Instagram is filled with beautiful captures of the birds he finds and now he is selling his photo prints to visitors. In addition to his photography, they have added camping, nature walks, mountain biking, bird houses and other offerings to further diversify their farm income and ensure they can continue to maintain and keep their family land in the future. My hope is that Christopher's journey into agritourism will inspire others to think up creative ideas for diversified rural entrepreneurship and land stewardship. It's amazing to see the power and opportunity that one agritourism business can have on the greater natural and economic ecosystem. I highly encourage anyone going through Alabama, even if you aren't a birder, to go take a birding or naturalist tour at the Joe Farm. To learn more about their programming or schedule a tour visit their website. To see photos of the Joe Farm, birding tours and Christopher's birding images, visit the Urban Exodus Blog

About Speaker: Sahithi Divi Forbes 30 under 30 2021 and Founder impactscientist, national brand ambassador for SDGs by CISMSE on a mission to bring out the stories of women made products form bottom of the pyramid and create a women leadership platform for incubating and providing partnerships individuals and entrepreneurs of various stages. #EnlightenedLeader #LeadershipConference --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/future-school-leaders/message

The U.S. Small Business Administration will host a live online panel session on Thursday, Aug. 26, from 12-1 p.m. to celebrate rural entrepreneurship with rural-owned small businesses. Organizers will share their small business stories and how they utilized SBA and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) resources and economic aid as critical financial lifelines to pivot during the pandemic. Learn about the resources available to help rural entrepreneurs compete in the marketplace, launch or expand businesses, receive counseling, find funding opportunities, and help to recover or rebuild from disasters. Registration is required online at https://rural. eventbrite.com.Article Link

My guest today is Mariana Van Der Walt, the founder of the New Zealand Institute for Rural Entrepreneurship which helps small towns and individuals to embrace new innovation trends to stimulate local growth and well-being.  I asked Mariana about being a digital nomad, how to become an online freelancer, and her suite of Remotania programs, and much more. To contact Mariana: mariana@nzire.net To see the list of topics as well as all the details of my other guests, check out the show notes here: www.GetMoreHRClients.com/Podcast WANT TO START AN HR BUSINESS? Want to launch your own consulting business in the broad Human Resources sector? Check out the guide and the new online course: www.GetMoreHRClients.com/blog/How-To-Start-An-HR-Consulting-Business. WANT MORE CLIENTS? Want more clients and/or want to position your agency or consultancy as a thought leader in the Human Resources industry? Check out: www.GetMoreHRClients.com/Services. Also, if you're looking for more ideas to help you grow your HR-related business, here's something that will help . . . Check out my free presentation (no signup required) on 10 clever ways that successful consultancies are bringing in more business. You can see the video and download the slides here: www.getmorehrclients.com/marketing-advice-for-sme-consultancies/webinar/

In this episode, I talk to Teresa Lake, owner of Morgan Mercantile as well as owner of, and baker for, Mama Lake's Bakery, in Morgan, Utah. Teresa shares her story of growing up in Morgan and becoming a rural entrepreneur and business owner later in life. We talk about the importance of main streets in rural towns and about the challenges and opportunities that come with being a rural business owner. Teresa makes a strong case for visiting Morgan - hint, it includes a free cinnamon role for Rural Towns Project Podcast listeners - and we end, as always, with the Road Trip Music Question. Project website (and contact information) at: https://www.ruraltownsproject.com/Podcast music: “A Happy Day” by codemusic, http://www.jamendo.com, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/

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Em Johnson is the Executive Director of the Blue Sky Center, a community-driven, place-based nonprofit in New Cuyama, California. Em started her business journey learning about yoga principles in India, and eventually made her way to Santa Barbara, where she earned her MBA in social entrepreneurship. Listen to Em talk about the Blue Sky Center’s commitment to economic development, inclusiveness and how living in a thriving rural area taught her independence. Please enjoy this talk with Em Johnson. Find out more about Blue Sky Center: https://www.blueskycenter.org Follow Charting Her Course on Instagram & Facebook: @chartinghercourse

In this episode, I talk to Lindi Jo Howell, an entrepreneur in the small rural town of Inkom, Idaho. Lindi has started multiple small businesses. She is a grassroots community developer, and an avid skier and outdoorswoman. Lindi and I talk about being an entrepreneur and business owner in rural Inkom, including why she came back home, why she stays, and work/life balance. We talk about her starting the Inkom Revitalization Commission and the work that organization is doing. We talk about the challenges and opportunities that are part of life for businesses in a rural community and we end, as always, with the Road Trip Music Question.Podcast music: “A Happy Day” by codemusic, http://www.jamendo.com, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/

“ZENPod” Season-3, episode 2(part 2), continuing our conversation with Smt. Chetna Gala Sinha, an Activist, Farmer and a Banker. Recipient of the Nari Shakti Puraskar, India's highest civilian award for women who work in the area of women's empowerment, Chetna has served as a Co-Chair of the World Economic Forum in Davos (2018), Switzerland and as a Co-Chair of Financial Inclusion at the W20 Summit (2018) in Argentina. “Anything is Possible; Listen to People,Listen to humble people, Listen to communities, and you will find solutions!”, - says Chetna Gala Sinha in her talk with Venkatesh Mahadevan Chetna founded the Mann Deshi Foundation in 1996 in Mhaswad, a drought- stricken area of Maharashtra, with the aim of economically and socially empowering rural women. In1997, she set up the Mann Deshi Mahila Sahakari Bank-India's first bank for and by rural women. In 2006, Chetna founded the first Business School for Rural Women and in 2013, she launched a toll-free help line and the first Chamber of Commerce for women micro-entrepreneurs in the country. In 2012, she set up a Community Empowerment Programme for Farmers that supports Water Conservation. Mann Deshi Foundation also has a Sports Programme for talented athletes (2012) and a women-owned Community Radio (2008) that reaches over 100,000 listeners. In 2013, Mann Deshi Foundation was awarded the Best Innovation Award by the National Rural Livelihoods Mission. To date, Mann Deshi has supported more than 600,000 women. Chetna has been awarded the 2005 Jankidevi Bajaj Award for Rural Entrepreneurship, the 2005 Ashoka Change makers Award, the 2009 Godfrey Phillips Bravery Award, and the 2010 EdelGive Social Innovation Honors. She has won the 2013 Schwab Foundation's Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the 2017 Forbes Social Entrepreneurs of the Year Award and was ranked by Fortune India as one of the country's 50 top business women in 2018. She has been instrumental in driving significant policy changes and the Reserve Bank of India, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, and several other national planning and regulatory institutions regularly seek her advice on financial inclusion. She is on several national boards including the National Advisory Panel for Niti-Ayog's Women's Entrepreneurship Cell (since 2018) and the Advisory Committee of the Reserve Bank of India's Financial Inclusion Strategy (2019-2024). “ZENPod” is a Podcast series that features trailblazers from different walks of life, with a purpose to build an empowered eco-system where learnings and experiences from these enlightened professionals, will be available within “arms reach of desire” for those who aspire to scale higher and wish to contribute, in their life's pursuit.

“ZENPod” Season-3, episode 1, featuring Smt. Chetna Gala Sinha, an Activist, Farmer and a Banker. Recipient of the Nari Shakti Puraskar, India's highest civilian award for women who work in the area of women's empowerment, Chetna has served as a Co-Chair of the World Economic Forum in Davos (2018), Switzerland and as a Co-Chair of Financial Inclusion at the W20 Summit (2018) in Argentina. “Spirituality is about people who have a different experiences; when you bring your Talent & Art out and together, even under the most difficult circumstances, and when it gives Peace to others, that is Spirituality to me”, - says Chetna Gala Sinha in her talk with Venkatesh Mahadevan Chetna founded the Mann Deshi Foundation in 1996 in Mhaswad, a drought- stricken area of Maharashtra, with the aim of economically and socially empowering rural women. In1997, she set up the Mann Deshi Mahila Sahakari Bank-India's first bank for and by rural women. In 2006, Chetna founded the first Business School for Rural Women and in 2013, she launched a toll-free help line and the first Chamber of Commerce for women micro-entrepreneurs in the country. In 2012, she set up a Community Empowerment Programme for Farmers that supports Water Conservation. Mann Deshi Foundation also has a Sports Programme for talented athletes (2012) and a women-owned Community Radio (2008) that reaches over 100,000 listeners. In 2013, Mann Deshi Foundation was awarded the Best Innovation Award by the National Rural Livelihoods Mission. To date, Mann Deshi has supported more than 600,000 women. Chetna has been awarded the 2005 Jankidevi Bajaj Award for Rural Entrepreneurship, the 2005 Ashoka Change makers Award, the 2009 Godfrey Phillips Bravery Award, and the 2010 EdelGive Social Innovation Honors. She has won the 2013 Schwab Foundation's Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the 2017 Forbes Social Entrepreneurs of the Year Award and was ranked by Fortune India as one of the country's 50 top business women in 2018. She has been instrumental in driving significant policy changes and the Reserve Bank of India, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, and several other national planning and regulatory institutions regularly seek her advice on financial inclusion. She is on several national boards including the National Advisory Panel for Niti-Ayog's Women's Entrepreneurship Cell (since 2018) and the Advisory Committee of the Reserve Bank of India's Financial Inclusion Strategy (2019-2024). “ZENPod” is a Podcast series that features trailblazers from different walks of life, with a purpose to build an empowered eco-system where learnings and experiences from these enlightened professionals, will be available within “arms reach of desire” for those who aspire to scale higher and wish to contribute, in their life's pursuit.

Jeff Slobotski and Shonna Dorsey talk with Garry Clark, President and CEO of the Greater Fremont Development Council, about his work leading significant economic development efforts in rural Nebraska and helping entrepreneurs. Garry's drive to succeed and entrepreneurial spirit were ignited at a young age when growing up in public housing and homelessness in Washington D.C. forced him to come up with ideas to survive. Garry wrote about his life in his memoir Unlikely Viking.Learn more about the GFDC at https://www.fremontecodev.org/GFDC Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreaterFremontNEGFDC Twitter https://twitter.com/fremontecodevGarry's book, Unlikely Viking https://www.clarkspeaks.com/book/Garry's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/unlikelyviking/

Jeff turns the tables around and interviews Mike Heaton about Rural Entrepreneurship. They discuss new models of rural economic development and how state legislatures can best spur economic development.

Heath Guinn, President and Executive Director of Sync Space, wants to prove that rural communities bring something special to the table when it comes to entrepreneurship. With Sync Space, he’s working to support startups and attract new companies to the Tri-Cities. Heath unpacks the mutually beneficial relationship he sees between entrepreneurs and rural communities, and he shares how Sync Space is making a difference as one of Launch Tennessee’s newest network partners.

On this episode of the Small Business Japan Podcast we have some Japanpreneur Quick Tips from Chie Schuller who is a leader in international relations and cross cultural engagement. She has some great advice for entrepreneurs looking to explore rural areas in Japan. "Essential Advice For Foreign Entrepreneurs Exploring Rural Areas in Japan w/ Chie Schuller"Chie was born and raised in Ishinomaki, Miyagi, Japan. Even though she grew up in a small rural community, she was always curious about other countries and cultures. She came to the US as an exchange student when she was a senior in high school. After graduating Japanese and American high schools, she continued her college education in US. She has been working for a Japanese company in Ohio for the past 15 years. She is a wife and mother of two kids and one Shiba-inu. As a leader in international relations and cross-cultural engagement with a focus on US-Japan relations she’s spent over a decade at THK Manufacturing of America breaking down barriers and serving as a catalyst for international collaboration.

Today's episode is with Peter Sacco, the Program Director at ACRE - the Australian Centre for Rural Entrepreneurship. Over the past 20 years, Pete has led the delivery of a broad range of successful community based natural resource management and community capacity building initiatives in Australia and internationally. He is inspired by the creativity and innovation found within the ideas of young people, and enjoys working with them  to seek out and achieve what they are most passionate about. He lives on a beautiful farm with his family of four in North East Victoria in the eco-friendly straw-bale house he built, complete with a compost toilet. This episode is brought to you by Giraffe Consulting. If your business is looking for a new perspective, visit www.giraffeconsulting.com.au + Follow Footprints on Instagram + Follow Giraffe Consulting on Instagram + Find Giraffe Consulting on LinkedIn + Peter Sacco on LinkedIn

On this episode of the Small Business Japan Podcast I talk with Adam Fulford...Let me tell you, sit back and get ready for a masterclass on the revitalization of the Japanese countryside, lessons of resilience, and what opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs have in rural villages of Japan. Adam Fulford was born in Devon, England and moved to Japan as an English teacher in 1981, at the age of 24. That year he also started working part time as a rewriter at NHK. His work at NHK increased, and in 1985 Adam set up the company that he continues to run: Fulford Enterprises -- or FE, for short. FE offers language services to NHK and various other clients. Adam himself serves as a language consultant for NHK. In recent years, he has been digging for buried treasure in regional Japan, with a special focus on Yamagata and Fukushima.

Jessi Roberts shares her story of how she created a wildly successful retail and wholesale business, despite challenges presented from being in rural location. The author of Backroads Boss Lady talks about the principles and heart-felt values she employs for a flourishing life and business that celebrates and uplifts her community.   Welcome to episode 255 of the Entrepreneurship Elevated Podcast!

Brady Sidwell is the owner of Sidwell Strategies, a commodity brokerage that provides a variety of risk management solutions that caters towards those in the agricultural industry. They help farmers manage price risks by trading futures and options on the commodity market. Before focusing on this type of business, Brady enjoyed traveling to 95 countries and working in a lot of them. The experiences he had on his many trips allowed him to form a better understanding of how the economy on agriculture works from a global perspective and apply that to his business.   Brady joins me today to share his passion for helping farmers and how it led to the start of Sidwell Strategies. He shares his academic and career highlights, some of the countries he’s worked in and what he learned from them. He describes how China is trying to emulate how Americans look at farming as well as the difference between farmers from either country. He also discusses some of their projects for the coming months.     “If you think you want to do something, go get an internship related to it and see if that is what you want to do." - Brady Sidwell       This Week on The Future of Agriculture Podcast:   His academic and career achievements and how he ended up working in the agriculture industry. The Chinese mindset and the ways they're trying to catch up with the American model. The big difference between farmers in the US and farmers in China. What made him leave and eventually return to farming. How big his team is right now and some of their current projects. His experience while visiting North Korea.   Key Takeaways: Places that are least populated are where agriculture is the most productive. The entrepreneurial mindset is what sets business leaders apart from those who just want to run a business.   Connect with Brady Sidwell: Sidwell Strategies Facebook Email: brady@sidwellstrategies.com   2019 AgGrad 30 Under 30   Help us celebrate the top 30 future leaders of agriculture! Nominate your favorite up-and-coming, future executives, innovators, and influencers in the following agriculture categories:   Agribusiness Production Agriculture Research & Technology Entrepreneurship Education & Advocacy   Nominations for the 2019 AgGrad 30 Under 30 list are now open and are scheduled to close Thursday, January 31, 2019, at 11:59 PM. Self-nominations are accepted.   Winners will be announced March 2019.   To learn more about the eligibility requirements, announcement date, and location, and to nominate for the 2019 AgGrad 30 Under 30 list, visit: 30Under30.ag     We Are a Part of a Bigger Family!    The Future of Agriculture Podcast is now part of the Farm and Rural Ag Network. Listen to more ag-related podcasts by subscribing on iTunes or on the Farm and Rural Ag Network Website today.      Share the Ag-Love!    Thanks for joining us on the Future of Agriculture Podcast – your spot for valuable information, content, and interviews with industry leaders throughout the agricultural space! If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please subscribe on iTunes and leave your honest feedback. Don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social media spots!    Learn more about AgGrad by visiting:  Future of Agriculture Website AgGrad Website AgGrad on Twitter  AgGrad on Facebook  AgGrad on LinkedIn  AgGrad on Instagram

Michelle chats with Brian Noyes, the founder and baker-in-chief of Red Truck Bakery, one of the most nationally acclaimed bakeries in the United States, about his journey from journalist to the Culinary Institute of America to his first sales vehicle (literally) — a red truck — to his two shops in rural Virginia to an incredible review in The New York Times, to his new book, The Red Truck Bakery Cookbook, published by Clarkson Potter/Penguin Random House. Find out how Tommy Hilfinger, tuna sandwiches, John Wayne, and President Obama and the text “POTUS says ‘yes’” all played a part in this amazing journey of a successful rural entrepreneur.  Also find out why Noyes chose Marshall, VA, as his original location and what famous actor “cut the rope” at the opening ceremony three years ago. Finally, you want to hear how the bakery led to several new stores opening adjacent to his location, why a rising tide does indeed lift all boats, and why Red Truck’s coffee is a key element in its success. Noyes is extremely supportive of local businesses and establishing a collegial, collaborative relationship with others in the community. For more information on the cookbook and Red Truck Bakery, visit www.redtruckbakery.com.

Matt Pfahlert of the Australian Centre for Rural Entrepreneurship shares important characteristics of communities which are generating positive social impact, discusses key traits of successful social entrepreneurs & provides areas of opportunity for government & organisations to activate positive change.

Think philanthropy is just for the wealthy? Think again. Small cities and towns are finding that all residents can be philanthropists. Local wisdom and vision, it turns out, lead to positive change. On this call you’ll hear about effective strategies for encouraging a culture of local philanthropy that builds community vibrancy and prosperity. Speakers: --Lisa Duran, executive director, Grassroots Grantmakers. Lisa has over 30 years of experience in social justice, community organizing and nonprofit work. She supports and connects community investors—mostly foundations—in partnering with residents to lead change. --Don Macke, co-founder and director of entrepreneurial communities, Center for Rural Entrepreneurship. Don helps communities and regions throughout North America grow entrepreneur-focused economic development strategies. He works with strategic partners across the country to deliver customized economic development solutions. Don is also active in community development philanthropy, and conducted the first statewide Transfer of Wealth™ study in Nebraska in 2002. Don has nearly 40 years of community economic development and policy experience. --Thom Harnett, mayor, Gardiner, Maine. Thom, now serving his third term as mayor of Gardiner, Maine, recently retired from the state Office of the Attorney General where he had served as an assistant attorney general, and established Civil Rights Teams in more than 220 schools statewide. Thom was active in Gardiner’s Community Heart & Soul® project. Follow along with our Google Doc: http://bit.ly/2oH5obw. This event was recorded on Thursday, April 20, 2017.

Felix Lanyo, is Youth Leader and Activist, Entrepreneur, Agriculturist, Peace and Climate Change Advocate, Humanitarian, Professional Digital Advertiser and Spoken Word Artist. His past projects include Scientific Research on Gene Repair to Combat Ebola, Malaria and HIV/AIDS in Africa which birthed World Scientific Conference in 2015. Inclusively, he is working on productive project; 'Agribusiness and Rural Entrepreneurship in Eradicating Poverty' for the past years and building Rural Communities, impacting and changing lives in rural communities in Ghana West Africa. He pilots Digital Entrepreneurship skills project; 'DIGITAL_CODE' for urban communities, impacting, equipping and developing young persons between the ages of 18 to 35 years with highly Digital Advertising and Coding skills in densely populated urban regions that have access to internet.

Sabine Müller is a PhD student at the University of Aarhus in Denmark.

Sabine Müller is a PhD student at the University of Aarhus in Denmark.