Beyond Rockets

Episode 203: What’s Happening in Huntsville: April 18 - 25

What's Happening in Huntsville on April 18 - 25!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s tough...

Episode 202: Building an Online Brand and Coming Home to Huntsville with Emily Claire Woods

Emily Woods shares her journey of starting a business during the pandemic and offers insights into determining pricing for services, taking messy action, and leveraging the power of social media. She also discusses the importance of building a team and managing finances as a small business owner. In this conversation, Emily Claire Woods discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and the advantages of entrepreneurship over a traditional 9 to 5 job. She emphasizes the importance of embracing alt...

Episode 201: What's Happening in Huntsville: April 11 - 18

What's Happening in Huntsville on April 11 - 18!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s tough...

Episode 200: What’s Happening in Huntsville: April 4 - 11

What's Happening in Huntsville on April 4 - 11!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s toughe...

Episode 199: Bus Stop Coffee with Ken Gibson

In this episode, Ken Gibson owner of Bus Stop Coffee, shares his journey of starting a coffee shop inside Green Bus Brewing in Huntsville. Ken talks about his background in the service industry and his move from Colorado to Huntsville. He discusses his expectations of the city and the growing local business scene. Ken explains how the concept for Bus Stop Coffee came about and the process of opening the shop. He highlights the importance of supporting local businesses and creating a comforta...

Episode 198: What's Happening in Huntsville: March 28 - April 4

What's Happening in Huntsville on March 28 - April 4!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s ...

Episode 197: What's Happening in Huntsville: March 21 - 28

What's Happening in Huntsville on March 21 - 28!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s tough...

Episode 196: Church Street Family with Stephanie Kennedy-Mell

In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Kennedy-Mell, the owner of Church Street Family Hospitality, who discusses her journey as a restaurateur and the growth of her business. She shares insights into managing a large team, delegating responsibilities, and coordinating events. Stephanie also talks about the unique wine offerings and upcoming festivals at Wicks Family Field. She emphasizes the importance of creating an amazing experience for customers through great food, service, and atm...

Episode 195: ReLogic Research with Chandler Wicks

Episode 194: What's Happening in Huntsville: March 14 - 21

What's Happening in Huntsville on March 14 - 21!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s tough...

Episode 193: Whats Happening in Huntsville: March 7 - 14

What's Happening in Huntsville on March 7 - 14!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s toughe...

Episode 192: Innova Primary Care with David Uptagrafft

In this episode we sit down with David Uptagrafft, CIO and Director of Patient Experience at Innova Primary Care. We discusses his background and the founding of Innova Primary Care. He talks about growing up in Huntsville and the city's development over the years. David also shares his career path and his experience in the corporate world. He explains the reasons behind leaving his corporate career and starting Inova Primary Care with a vision to set a higher standard in healthcare. The con...

Episode 191: What's Happening in Huntsville: February 29 - March 7

What's Happening in Huntsville on February 29 - March 7!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation...

Episode 190: What's Happening in Huntsville: February 22 - 20

What's Happening in Huntsville on February 22 - 29!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s to...

Episode 189: Good Company Cafe with Angela & John

Angela and John Lindbeck, owners of Good Company Cafe, discuss the changes and challenges they have faced in their business, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. They talk about the transition to takeout and delivery, the impact of COVID-19 on their business model, and the importance of adapting to customer needs. They also discuss their plans for the future, including expanding to other locations and offering more catering and event services. Angela and John emphasize the importance o...

Episode 188: Tiny Map App with Gavin Richardson & Eli Walton

In this episode, Gavin Richardson and Eli Walton discuss the birth and development of Tiny Map, a 3D interactive digital world that highlights local businesses in Huntsville, Alabama. They share their backgrounds and how they came up with the idea for Tiny Map. The conversation covers the user experience, the launch date, and the goal of supporting local businesses. Gavin and Eli also talk about their entrepreneurial spirit and the importance of starting a business. They invite small busines...

Episode 187: What's Happening in Huntsville: February 15 - 22

What's Happening in Huntsville on February 15 - 22!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s to...

Episode 186: What's Happening in Huntsville: February 8 - 15

What's Happening in Huntsville on February 8 - 15!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s tou...

Episode 185: Tom Brown's Restaurant with Ashley Brown

Ashley Brown, owner of Tom Brown's restaurant, shares her journey of opening and running two successful locations in Madison and Huntsville. She discusses the challenges of renovating and opening a restaurant, the importance of design and creating a unique experience for customers, and the future plans for Tom Brown's. Ashley emphasizes the value of being an entrepreneur and doing what you love, and encourages others to pursue their passions. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering...

Episode 184: What's Happening in Huntsville: February 1 - 8

What's Happening in Huntsville on February 1 - 8!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s toug...

Episode 183: What's Happening in Huntsville: January 25 - February 1

What's Happening in Huntsville on January 25 - February 1!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nati...

Episode 182: Huntsville/Madison County Chamber with Lucia Cape & Erin Koshut

Summary The conversation explores the growth and development of Huntsville, Alabama, and Cummings Research Park. Lucia and Erin discuss their backgrounds and career paths that led them to their current positions in economic development. They highlight the intentional efforts made to attract and retain companies in the area, focusing on industries such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and technology. The conversation also touches on the impact of COVID-19 on economic development and the ...

Episode 181: What's Happening in Huntsville: January 18 - 25

What's Happening in Huntsville on January 18 - 25!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s tou...

Episode 180: Elitaire Boutique with Kayla Adams

In this episode, we sit down with Kayla Adams, owner of Elitaire Boutique in downtown Huntsville. She shares her struggles finding unique and professional clothing options in Huntsville, inspiring her to open her own boutique. Kayla talks about the growth of downtown Huntsville and how it has affected her business. She also discusses the importance of returning customers and the challenges she faced in the early years of her business. Kayla shares how COVID-19 impacted her business and the c...

Episode 179: What's Happening in Huntsville: January 11 - 18

What's Happening in Huntsville on January 11 - 18!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s tou...

Episode 178: Huntsville City Lifestyle Magazine with Amy Bailey

In this episode, we talk with Amy Bailey, the publisher of Huntsville City Lifestyle Magazine. She shares her journey from starting her online blog, MyScoop, to launching Huntsville City Lifestyle Magazine. She discusses her background, growing up in Huntsville, and her passion for writing. Amy explains the inspiration behind starting MyScoop and the challenges and successes she experienced. She then talks about the transition to Huntsville City Lifestyle magazine and the positive response f...

Episode 177: What's Happening in Huntsville: January 4 - 11

What's Happening in Huntsville on January 4 - 11!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.  Be sure to join our mailing list at beyondrockets.com to get early access to the events we are excited about. Our Presenting Sponsor ReLogic is an Engineering, Aerospace, and Technology company dedicated to solving our Nation’s toug...

Episode 176: What's Happening in Huntsville: December 28 - January 4

What's Happening in Huntsville on December 28 - January 4!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 175: What's Happening in Huntsville: December 21 - 28

What's Happening in Huntsville on December 21 - 28!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 174: The Future of Podcasting with Clark Dunn

Summary In this episode, Clark is interviewed by his friends Emory and Christy about his podcast management business, Beyond Rockets. They discuss the transition from social media marketing to podcast management, the lessons learned from small businesses, the benefits of having a podcast, and the process of podcast management. Clark shares his experiences as a podcast host and the growth of his business. He also talks about the virtual capabilities of podcasting and the potential for team e...

Episode 173: What’s Happening in Huntsville: December 14-21

What's Happening in Huntsville on December 14 - 21!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 172: Rocket City E-Bikes with Nathan Tucker & Ash Moore

Summary Nathan Tucker and Ash Moore, co-owners of Rocket City E-Bikes, discuss their backgrounds and the journey that led them to start their e-bike rental and sales business in Huntsville, Alabama. They share their experiences living in Colorado, traveling the United States, and eventually returning to Huntsville. The idea for Rocket City E-Bikes came from Nathan's experience renting e-bikes in Aspen and realizing the potential for e-bike rentals in Huntsville. The business has since expan...

Episode 171: What's Happening in Huntsville: December 7 - 14

What's Happening in Huntsville on December 7 - 14!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 170: Touronimo with Jenny Askins

Jenny Askins discusses her journey in starting Touronimo and Destination Huntsville. She talks about her background in leadership programs and working for the Trash Pandas baseball team. Jenny shares her experience in launching Touronimo, an online marketplace for locals to share tours and experiences in Huntsville. She then explains how Destination Huntsville, a destination management company, was born out of a need for support services for conferences and events in the city. Jenny also dis...

Episode 169: What's Happening in Huntsville: November 30 - December 7

What's Happening in Huntsville on November 30 - December 7!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 168: Hound & Harvest with Garrett Hardee

In this episode, I sit down to talk with Garrett Hardee Owner of Hound & Harvest your neighborhood bistro. We discussed the initial idea for the bistro, the wide assortment of menu options for any dietary restrictions, and the future goals he has for the business moving into 2024. Hound & Harvest https://houndandharvest.com https://www.instagram.com/houndandharvest/ 

Episode 167: Whats Happening in Huntsville: November 23-30

What's Happening in Huntsville on November 23 - 30!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 166: What's Happening in Huntsville: November 16 - 23

What's Happening in Huntsville on November 16 - 23!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 165: Hammerheads Daiquiri Bar with Justin and Sean

In this episode, I sit down to talk with Justin and Sean owners of Hammerheads Daiquiri Bar. Hammer Heads Daiquiri Bar is the go-to spot for your next destination pregame. The sofas create intimate seating areas which surround the dining room and lounge area. Perfect for you to bring your friends, family, co-workers, or host a social event. Hammerheads Daiquiri Bar https://www.hammerheadhsv.com

Episode 164: What's Happening in Huntsville: November 9 - 16

What's Happening in Huntsville on November 9 - 16!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 163: What's Happening in Huntsville: November 2 - 9

What's Happening in Huntsville on November 2 - 9!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 162: Zula Modern Med Spa with Leslie Ware & Sarah Todd

In this episode, we talk with Leslie Ware and Sarah Todd of Zula Modern Med Spa. Zula is a boutique medical spa in Huntsville, AL that provides individuals with cutting-edge cosmetic treatments using top approaches and leading-edge Alma devices, including Opus, Accent Prime, Harmony® XL PRO, and TED™. We discuss their backgrounds prior to Zula, how the concept of Zula grew from Leslie's first spa, and the future ways in which they hope to connect with the local Huntsville community moving fo...

Episode 161: What's Happening in Huntsville: October 26 - November 2

What's Happening in Huntsville on October 26 - November 2!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 160: Whats Happening in Huntsville: October 19 - 26

What's Happening in Huntsville on October 19 - 26!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 159: Iron Tribe North Alabama with Blair Morris

In this episode, we sit and talk with Blair Morris owner of Iron Tribe North Alabama, which includes their Madison and Huntsville locations. We learn more about his background Prior to opening, when he first got introduced to Iron Tribe, while living in Birmingham, the growth he has had over his 10 years of operation here in North, Alabama, and the future goals he has for Iron Tribe in North Alabama moving forward.

Episode 158: What's Happening in Huntsville: October 12-17

What's Happening in Huntsville on October 12 - 17!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 157: What's Happening in Huntsville: October 5 - 12

What's Happening in Huntsville on October 5 - 12!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 156: The Huntsville Magazine with CJ & Takara

In this captivating episode, join us as we sit down with CJ and Takara to uncover the fascinating journey behind the creation of Huntsville Magazine. From their adventures in Japan and Hawaii to their inspiring move to Huntsville, discover the origins of their visionary magazine concept. Plus, gain insight into the exciting future goals they have in store for Huntsville Magazine.  Visit their website today and use code BEYOND for 30% OFF any subscription. 

Episode 155: Whats Happening in Huntsville: September 28 - October 5

What's Happening in Huntsville on September 28 - October 5!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you. 

Episode 154: What's Happening in Huntsville: September 21 - 28

What's Happening in Huntsville on September 21 - 28!! We hope you are enjoying this series as much as we are. If you are a business owner yourself and would like me to talk about events that you are putting on just send me a message I would love to hear from you.