The BizSTL Podcast

Regional Business Council's Karen Branding

In this episode, host Mike Miller [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/topics/mike-miller/] chats with Karen Branding, president and CEO of the St. Louis Regional Business Council, a collective of leading executives representing many of the largest companies in the metro area. The discussion touches on Branding's background, the future of downtown St. Louis, her view of the challenges facing the region, and the key initiatives the RBC plans to tackle in 2025 and beyond. Listen and follow The BizSTL Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bizstl-podcast/id1737256404], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/17mGzel62ghQBVeUx8tIpY?si=eb3f96c4951c4b05], YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkndRHs5vWIZq48Bs982OID&si=hVm80h98FITtTADJ], or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by Jingle STL [https://www.jingleholiday.com/stl]. Looking to elevate your company holiday celebrations? Book your party at JINGLE! at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri, November 22—December 31. Reserve themed holiday suites for a groups of every size. Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com [podcasts@stlmag.com]. Want to learn more? Subscribe to our BizSTL Leadership newsletter [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/slm-updates/subscribe-to-the-bizstl-leadership-newsletter/] for more insights from local leaders on St. Louis’ business community. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com [lleppert@stlmag.com]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Take Root Hospitality's Tara Gallina

In this episode, host Mike Miller [https://www.stlmag.com/topics/mike-miller/] chats with Tara Gallina, co-owner of Take Root Hospitality, which counts Vicia [https://www.viciarestaurant.com/], Winslow's Table [https://winslowstable.com/], Bistro La Floraison [https://www.bistrolafloraison.com/], and Taqueria Morita [https://www.taqueriamorita.com/] in its portfolio of popular St. Louis restaurants. The discussion touches on the factors that make the local restaurant scene unique, how Take Root properties found their niche, the expansion of the company's catering and private event services, and industry trends, among other topics. Listen and follow The BizSTL Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bizstl-podcast/id1737256404], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/17mGzel62ghQBVeUx8tIpY?si=eb3f96c4951c4b05], YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkndRHs5vWIZq48Bs982OID&si=hVm80h98FITtTADJ], or wherever podcasts are available. > This episode is sponsored by Jingle STL [https://www.jingleholiday.com/stl] and supported by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra [https://slso.org/]. Looking to elevate your company holiday celebrations? Book your party at JINGLE! at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri, November 22—December 31. Reserve themed holiday suites for a groups of every size. Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com [podcasts@stlmag.com]. Want to learn more? Subscribe to our BizSTL Leadership newsletter [https://www.stlmag.com/slm-updates/subscribe-to-the-bizstl-leadership-newsletter/] for more insights from local leaders on St. Louis’ business community. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com [lleppert@stlmag.com]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

TCARE's Dr. Rhonda Brown

In this episode, host Mike Miller [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/aJItwUYVr1UsLkeptatqa8kzxsUsZP0baKMFlOHlM7lDk1EajeDjPr3RApm1M7t3/++/topics/mike-miller/] chats with Dr. Rhonda Brown, vice president of clinical operations for the caregiver support platform TCARE [https://www.tcare.ai/]. The discussion focuses on the impact of TCARE's work, the company's journey from Wisconsin to St. Louis, and how it has benefitted from relocating to the region. Brown also explains how science informs TCARE's support practices, things employers should recognize about burnout, and more. Listen and follow The BizSTL Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bizstl-podcast/id1737256404], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/17mGzel62ghQBVeUx8tIpY?si=eb3f96c4951c4b05], YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkndRHs5vWIZq48Bs982OID&si=hVm80h98FITtTADJ], or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by The Great Forest Park Balloon Race [https://greatforestparkballoonrace.com/]. For more than 50 years, the Great Forest Park Balloon Race has been wowing crowds in St. Louis. Want to be part of the magic in 2025? It’s never too early to become a sponsor. Learn more [http://greatforestparkballoonrace.com/] about how you can support this St. Louis tradition. Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com [podcasts@stlmag.com]. Want to learn more? Subscribe to our BizSTL Leadership newsletter [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/aJItwUYVr1UsLkeptatqa8kzxsUsZP0baKMFlOHlM7lDk1EajeDjPr3RApm1M7t3/++/slm-updates/subscribe-to-the-bizstl-leadership-newsletter/] for more insights from local leaders on St. Louis’ business community. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com [lleppert@stlmag.com]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Marson Foods' Jan Marson and Tyler Wallace

In this episode, host Mike Miller [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/SYiRfitmFz4sLpzjVNyS1VnSW5mmASSCbrQlcMIHsftMws5fozIWPoFIyhONlUFY/++/topics/mike-miller/] chats with Marson Foods [https://marsonfoods.com/] president and co-owner Jan Marson and chief operating officer Tyler Wallace. The conversation touches on the opening of the company's new $35 million, 150,000-square-foot production facility in Hazelwood and its embrace of automation. Marson also traces the history of the family business, including the decision to sell their former company, Nature's Bakery, to Kind, jumping back into the industry, and why they felt it was important to invest in St. Louis. Listen and follow The BizSTL Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bizstl-podcast/id1737256404], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/17mGzel62ghQBVeUx8tIpY?si=eb3f96c4951c4b05], YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkndRHs5vWIZq48Bs982OID&si=hVm80h98FITtTADJ], or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by Jingle STL [https://www.jingleholiday.com/stl]. Looking to elevate your company holiday celebrations? Book your party at JINGLE! at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri, November 22 to December 31. Reserve themed holiday suites for a groups of every size. Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com [podcasts@stlmag.com]. Want to learn more? Subscribe to our BizSTL Leadership newsletter [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/SYiRfitmFz4sLpzjVNyS1VnSW5mmASSCbrQlcMIHsftMws5fozIWPoFIyhONlUFY/++/slm-updates/subscribe-to-the-bizstl-leadership-newsletter/] for more insights from local leaders on St. Louis’ business community. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com [lleppert@stlmag.com]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Nest founder Rebecca van Bergen

In this episode, host Mike Miller [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ppKztlvGcnYMTMK9pmZ0zro8PeaS0CltO0diJFRHA7uPbFqn4frA6ijQh4Vdr52W/++/topics/mike-miller/] chats with Nest founder Rebecca van Bergen. Nest helps hundreds of thousands of makers, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs in well over 100 countries run craft-based businesses, while also advancing gender equity and women’s economic opportunities all over the globe. The discussion focuses on the impact of Nest's work, how the organization's mission has evolved, the decision to relocate from New York to St. Louis during the pandemic, overseeing a fully-remote workplace, and more. Listen and follow The BizSTL Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bizstl-podcast/id1737256404], Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/17mGzel62ghQBVeUx8tIpY?si=eb3f96c4951c4b05], YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkndRHs5vWIZq48Bs982OID&si=hVm80h98FITtTADJ], or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by Fidelity [https://www.fidelity.com/]. At Fidelity Investments’ Investor Center in Ladue, advisors put clients first by personalizing portfolios based on their unique goals, preferences, and needs. Fidelity’s experience in this space comes with a deep understanding of the unique needs of clients who are looking to manage their wealth now and into the future.  Have an idea for a future episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com [podcasts@stlmag.com]. Want to learn more? Subscribe to our BizSTL Leadership newsletter [https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ppKztlvGcnYMTMK9pmZ0zro8PeaS0CltO0diJFRHA7uPbFqn4frA6ijQh4Vdr52W/++/slm-updates/subscribe-to-the-bizstl-leadership-newsletter/] for more insights from local leaders on St. Louis’ business community. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com [lleppert@stlmag.com]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.