Jay & Marci Honard - Calamari's 30th Anniversary & More

Jay & Marci Honard - Calamari's 30th Anniversary & More

There can be no telling of the revitalization/rebirth/rebuilding of downtown Erie without recognizing the steadfast leadership and presence of Calamari’s under the ownership and leadership of Jay and Marci Honard. In celebrationof our decades long friendship – and their 30th anniversary indowntown Erie – we connect to discuss their business origin story – the challenges of running a successful restaurant and catering business – live music, pricing in an uncertain time, finding and keeping good staff…and so much more. Jay and Marci are powerful personalities, great business people, andgenuinely kind, friendly, and lovely people. And they are my dear friends. I hope you enjoy. Let’s go

Darlene Feeney - The Teaching Profession & More

Darlene Feeney almost never went to college. Thankfully - for thousands of students in Erie - she did. Darlene started in the parochial system and migrated to Erie's Public Schools where she taught for 20 years. She then ran for and won a seat on the Erie School Board. Darlene is a professional educator who has seen it from all angles. She is also a very thoughtful individual when it comes to critical issues facing our community andour country. This was a fun conversation with just a great human being.

Kyle Bohrer - Gordon's, Build Better Fields & More

Kyle is a husband & dad first - he is also an entrepreneur, coach, volunteer and so much more. Kyle is a great example of someone on the playing field of our region making plays, being a good teammate, and strategizing on what’s next. I have said on this show several times – the ball finds energy…and ball is definitely finding Kyle’s energy. Excited for everyone to hear directly from this highly impressive individual.

Rebecca Styn - Blind Tiger, Room 33 & Much, Much More

Rebecca Styn has an undergraduate degree in piano but is building a national brand of spirit free cocktails called Blind Tiger. Rebecca's career path may not be a strait-line of progression, but it is a deeply impressive one. From marketing to campaign consulting to running for office to opening a restaurant to becoming a beverage manufacturer - Rebecca takes on challenges that peak her interest. Rebecca's curiosity, resourcefulness, willingness to learn and overcome obstacles, and commitment have made her a success on many fronts. Enjoy this conversation with a long-time friend to many...you may just learn something new! Thank you for listening.

Bob & Desiree Troutner -

Bob & Desiree Troutner are just husband and wife - they are business partners in two complex, technology heavy businesses. In 2012 they created ACTION SHOTS (a sporting event photo service for large tournaments and competitions) and in 2022 they created FIXED - HOME HANDYMAN SERVICES (a web-based technology company that is designed to connect skilled home repair and improvement professionals to jobs in a timely manner for planned – and unplanned – home improvements or repairs). ONE of these businesses would be handful for a couple…but the two businesses seems insurmountable. Today we will explore the origin story, challenges, futurevision and more of both businesses and learn more about how they do that as both business partners and husband and wife. Bob and Desiree perfectly compliment one another, have an amazing work ethic, have great vision, and are not afraid to jump into the deep end of the entrepreneurial pool. Most importantly, they are wonderful people. Business leaders come in all shapes and sizes - and they also come in the form of married couples working together. I hope you enjoy.