The Driftless Makers Podcast, hosted by Kate Koziol, Executive Director of the Platteville Business Incubator features interviews with business owners from across Southwest Wisconsin, sharing their hacks and backstories on their road to success. The Driftless Maker's Podcast -- bringing you the hacks, horror stories, and humor of running your own business.
The Journey of Joe Schwarte: From Unplanned Beginnings to Custom Furniture Excellence -- DMP10
Effortless is one way to describe Joe's furniture creations. Artistic is another. A custom furniture builder for the last few decades, Joe's work is in homes across the United States and it has been featured in Architectural Digest and Fine Woodworking. Joseph Schwarte Custom Furniture is art you can sit on.
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/driftless-makers/podcast. (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast)
17 Sept 2023
Illustrating a Life: A Conversation with John Craig -- DMP9
John Craig was an early adopter of the Drifltess Region, having bought a farm near Soliders Grove in the 1970s while he maintained his steady commercial work in commercial illustration and design in the recording industry and national publications. John took his early love of art and balanced a commerical career while maintaining his artistic eye.
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
4 Sept 2023
Innovating Natural Tanning: The Journey of Driftless Tannery -- DMP8
Bethany Emond Storm and Danielle Dockery of Drifltess Tannery (https://driftlesstannery.com/) are blazing new trails. They are one of a handful of tanneries in the United States that are producing high quality hides without the traditional harmful chemicals. Learn about their vision and their challenges in their Driftless grown success story.
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
27 Aug 2023
Cultivating Agritourism Success: The Vesperman Farms Story -- DMP7
Meet Kyle Vesperman, the visionary force behind Vesperman Farms, in this engaging episode of the Driftless Makers podcast. Host Kate Koziol takes you on a journey through Kyle's remarkable story, from transforming a simple pumpkin patch into a thriving agritourism hotspot in Lancaster, Wisconsin. With an eye for innovation and a dedication to crafting exceptional experiences, Kyle shares his insights into creating a bustling business that includes everything from ice cream trucks to event hosting. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind Vesperman Farms' success, delve into the world of agritourism, and explore the intersection of entrepreneurship and creativity.
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
5 Aug 2023
An Interview with John Patakos: The Beginning of Updraft Brewery in Platteville, WI -- DMP6
Updraft Brewery (https://www.updraftbrew.com/) is a decade in the making and will be a new must-see spot when visiting the Driftless Region. John Patakos and his partners are bringing beer and building community in downtown Platteville. Check out his new brewpub and meet him at the Driftless Makers Market (https://www.pbii.org/driftless-makers/driftless-makers-market) September 27 at the Platteville Business Incubator (https://www.pbii.org/).
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
23 Jul 2023
What can Wisconsin SBDC Do for You? -- DMP5
Nora Roughen-Schmidt, from the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (https://wisconsinsbdc.org/team/nora-roughen-schmidt/), talks about the host of services SBDC provides. If you're looking to start your own business or have one already, but feel disconnected from resources, this is the episode for you. Learn all about the opportunities of owning a small business in the Driftless Region of Southwest Wisconsin!
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
9 Jul 2023
WWBIC Small Business Financial and Development Resources -- DMP4
Mara Keyes, a Regional Director at the Wisconsin Women in Business Corporation, shares the support services that WWBIC (https://www.wwbic.com/) offers including classes, coaches and loan programs.
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
30 Jun 2023
Partnerships, Retirement and Christmas Trees: Engineered Success -- DMP3
Scott Chyko, former president of Delta 3 and now a semi-retired engineering consultant talks about founding and growing a business, working with partners, proudest moments and Christmas trees. Learn how he downshifted into semi-retirement and what still gets him up in the morning.
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
30 Jun 2023
Interview with Platteville Entrepreneur and athlete, Jen Schweigert -- DMP2
Jen Schweigert, entrepreneur, small business consultant, personal trainer, road runner and triathlete shares her backstory including her expertise in starting a franchise business, her work in building her first business and her advice for others starting out. Jen is not only a business success but has a long line of marathon and triathlete successes - like being second in the world in Super Sprint at the World Triathlon World Championships this past year in Abu Dhabi. She has ran four consecutive Boston Marathons and plans to race in Boston again next year. Hear first hand from this world class athlete and business person, on how to "Win the Morning."
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
27 Jun 2023
Welcome to the Driftless Makers Podcast -- DMP1
This episode features the Executive Director of the Platteville Business Incubator, Kate Koziol. In this episode she will explain the purpose of the podcast as well as upcoming opportunities for entrepreneurs in Southwest Wisconsin.
Links and a full transcript can be found at https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast (https://www.pbii.org/success-stories/driftless-makers-podcast).
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