Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers (R) | Inspiring Entrepreneurs & Leaders in Edina, Minnesota
64 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsEdina-SW Minneapolis ADVICE GIVERS (R) shines a spotlight on the thought leaders and entrepreneurs in Edina, Minnesota. These men and women are problem solvers for their business and community, and freely share their journey with host Tim Murphy.
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Ep 63: It's a High Intensity, Butt Kickin', Goal Crushing Culture of Excellence at Edina's Physical Culture(V)
December 14, 2018 20:21 - 18 minutes - 20.9 MBLooking for an Edina workout that will "kick your butt?" Angie Bartness heads up an Edina fitness studio that will challenge your very core. It was built for athletes looking to challenge themselves - and they've met their match at Physical Culture(V)! Today on the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers(r) Podcast, you'll learn how Angie went from crafting fitness workouts at home, to building her very own studio from scratch -- a journey that had many bumps in the road. Physical Culture(V) is n...
Ep 62: From Farm to Filament, Todd Pearsall Has Elevated Home Lighting To An Art Form
November 30, 2018 17:52 - 19 minutes - 20 MBHow did a 4-H farm boy go from milking cows to becoming the premiere light design expert in Minneapolis? A passion for sales, an instinct for design, and entrepreneurship in his blood has made Filament Lighting founder Todd Pearsall one of the most trusted light design experts in the region. He takes you beyond the big box stores to a virtual unlimited world of light design to show off your home and personality. In today's episode, you'll learn: How Todd's experience on the farm helped him ...
Ep 61: No Appointment Necessary To Get Professional & Impartial Advice On Skin Health & Care From Edina's Skin Sisters
November 08, 2018 21:12 - 19 minutes - 19.6 MBToday we are at Zel Skin & Laser to speak with two of the top skin bloggers in the nation - the Skin Sisters. Real life sisters Brooke and Lauren who use their decade of professional dermatology experience to answer all questions about skin health. From acne, skin care cream, to the most effective skin care products, the Skin Sisters MN cover it all.
Ep 60: How Julie Burton's Modernwell became The First Shared Workspace For Women Looking to Connect, Create, Inspire and Change the World!
October 25, 2018 05:05 - 29 minutes - 30.1 MBWelcome to Episode 60 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast. Today Tim is in the Yoga studio of Modernwell, the first shared workspace in MINNEAPOLIS for female entrepreneurs and creatives. Today, you'll learn what Modernwell is, who it serves, the benefits of a shared workspace and how the 2016 election pushed it from an idea, to a dream come true for Julie Burton. .
Ep 59: Answering Your Desire For Delicious Made with Simple Ingredients, JonnyPops Also Makes the World a Better Place For People Fighting For Their Lives
October 11, 2018 03:52 - 21 minutes - 23.4 MBHow did two guys go from creating frozen treats in their small college kitchen, to now being carried in thousand of stores nationwide? It's a combination is simple and kind. Simple - the ingredients in JonnyPops that have made them such a huge hit for people looking for simple and real, and kind for never forgetting their history and vowing to help those in the fight for their life. Today, Tim Murphy sits down with Connor Wray, co-founder of JonnyPops in Edina. Connor talks about the p...
Ep58 Mortgage Expert Carrie Guarrero Explains the 20% Down Media Myth Intended to Shatter Dreams of Home Ownership
October 04, 2018 16:04 - 9 minutes - 11.5 MBIf your dream of owning a home has been crushed by a recent report claiming you need a full 20% down, you need to hear another voice. A voice from an expert that lives in the world of home financing every day. Mortgage expert Carrie Guarrero is fed up with misleading media reports that deter people from pursuing the dream of home ownership, from escaping high rent and little space. Do you have to put 20% down on a house? Carrie says you don't need 20%, in fact it's even possible, in some ca...
Ep 57: Connecting People with Nature Using American Creativity and Grit Is the 'Why' Behind WoodChuck USA
September 20, 2018 06:03 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBSome of the most amazing and successful products on the market today were invented by accident, and that applies to Ben VandenWymelenberg, founder of WOODCHUCK USA. It all started while he was a student at The U. He invented something that saved his iPhone. What he didn't anticipate was the reaction from friends over that simple accessory. That reaction drove Ben into a business that creates beautifully designed wood products hand-crafted in Minneapolis. Today Ben takes you through Woodchuck...
Ep 56: Working Tooth X Nail, How Employee turned Entrepreneur Nick Lundquist Created a Space For Serious Athletes Looking For Serious Fitness Apparel
September 14, 2018 01:48 - 25 minutes - 27.7 MBFor a decade Nick Lundquist was a project manager at a large corporate bank. But then something happened. He began to feel like the work of his team went underappreciated. "My team and I did great work. We saved the company a lot of money." He found it frustrating to go from one project to the next without feeling the benefits of the solutions they created. That's when he realized it was time to branch out on his own, to create, problem solve and ultimately feel the results of his work - goo...
Ep 55: How to Turn the Dream of Owning a Family Vacation Home Into Reality with Practical Advice from Carrie Guarrero
September 07, 2018 11:07 - 12 minutes - 14.4 MB"I'm going to the cabin this weekend!" How many times have you heard that from a neighbor, a friend or a workmate and thought that dream of a 2nd home is out of reach for you. Think twice. Second homes are in reach for almost all of us. Mortgage expert Carrie Guarrero has created this dream many times over for her clients, and sits down with Tim Murphy to debunk the myths around what it takes to get into your dream getaway. In this episdoe, you'll learn: If you really need 20% down to ...
Ep 54: da BOMB Bath Fizzers - How Two Edina 'Sisterpreneurs" Turned Their Solution For a Boring Bath Into a Nationwide Frenzy Now Carried in 12,000 Stores
August 23, 2018 09:00 - 23 minutes - 25 MBTeenage ‘sisterpreneurs’, Isabel and Caroline, share the story of how making 150 bath bombs in their basement for the Uptown Art Fair has exploded into a nationwide frenzy. They've gone from selling out at the Art Fair to now being carried in over 12,000 stores. Because of an ever increasing demand, da BOMB Bath Fizzers are locally produced by a crew of 150 in Edina. Additionally, they are supporting multiple causes around the world as a way of giving back. This episode teaches us that ther...
Ep 53: From Asking For a Helping Hand, to Providing a Helping Hand, Carrie Guarrero's Faith Inspired The Village
August 09, 2018 09:00 - 14 minutes - 16.9 MBThe Village in Waterville, MN, comes from the desire for one successful Twin Cities lender to return a favor she received years ago. Carrie Guarrero lived it. 22 years ago she was a single mom with little money for food. Her kids needed to eat, so she turned to a food shelf for help. She was grateful for the food, but will never forget how she was treated as she asked for help. 22 years later, Carrie and her husband have opened The Village, a place for community events and celebration,...
Ep 52: For Megan Pankratz, Healing Skin Care Means Unleashing Your Natural Beauty for Unshakable Confidence at Aesthetic Skin Studio
July 24, 2018 04:54 - 26 minutes - 29.2 MBMegan Pankratz was sick of firing people. She had a high paying HR job she couldn't stand, a job that was not fulfilling, and a job she couldn't see her self doing long-term. So, with the support of her best friend (the hubby), she walked away from it, ventured into the unknown and followed her passion. It took a lot of hard work and hustle, but within four years Megan opened Aesthetic Skin Care Studio in Edina, providing high quality waxing services, results driven facials and massage ther...
Ep 51: When New Isn't For You, Rehab Loans Unleash Your Creativity and Turn Your Dream Home Into A Reality
June 29, 2018 22:00 - 18 minutes - 21.1 MBAs the local housing markets get tighter and tighter, today’s home buyers get frustrated with their limited options. With a historical low inventory but with normal buying demand, people are finding it hard to purchase a home that’s right for them. But don’t lose hope yet because our friend, Carrie Guarrero of Fairway Independent Mortgage, welcomes us in her home to share a mortgage hack that could be your ticket to a home in that perfect neighborhood! To Contact Carrie: NML...
Ep 50: How a Birthday Present Gave Edina Its First Brewery - Wooden Hill Brewing Company
June 15, 2018 17:09 - 26 minutes - 29.8 MBHow did a birthday gift bloom into Edina's First Brewery? Today brothers James and Sean Ewen share the story of how a 21st birthday beer brewing kit sparked not only a passion for the art of brewing, but the drive to turn it into Edina's first brewery.
Ep 49: Will Another Pill Really Solve Your Problems? Edina's Balanced Care Guides You Through a Natural Solution
June 03, 2018 19:32 - 22 minutes - 25 MBStarting to get nervous about the medication you're told will solve the problem? What about the medication that's supposed to deal with the side effects of the first prescription? If you have had endless trips to the doctor, and have tried every prescription under the sun while making no progress with your health issues, then this episode is for you! Today you'll learn there's another way. A way to tackle your health issues, not by putting a band-aid over the symptoms, but by...
Ep 48: Why Veterans Deserve a Second Opinion When it Comes to VA Financing
May 21, 2018 16:26 - 13 minutes - 16 MBOn this episode of Advice Givers (r) Tim Murphy is in Waterville at the site of Saturday's Sakatah Challenge for the American Warrior Initiative. With a long family military history, Carrie Guarrero from Fairway Independent Mortgage not only chairs this race, but she's passionate about making sure veterans know their options and are treated fairly when it comes to home loans. On this episode you'll learn More about the Sakatah Challenge, and why it's important Special VA Loan option for...
Ep 47: Callahan Framing Teaches You How To Put the Perfect Finishing Touch on Something Personal
May 14, 2018 16:19 - 20 minutes - 23.1 MBPicture framing can be an after-thought, something secondary to the art being displayed, but to Cara Callahan at Callahan Framing on 44th street in Edina, it's an art form in itself. Framing not only compliments and protects the art, proper framing blends the art seamlessly into its surroundings. Cara is an expert framer, and she treats everything, from rare art worth thousands of dollars, to the pictures your child brings home from kindergarten, with museum quality care. In this episode, y...
Ep 46: When Your Body is Not Keeping Up with Your Passion for Running - Performance Running Helps Push You to the Next Level
April 29, 2018 19:12 - 22 minutes - 22 MBNeed a workout designed around your need to run? Performance Running trains runners. Period. Mark Johnson, a stay at home dad for 10 years, decided to combine his excitement for running and training, and open a facility to help fellow runners take their passion to a whole new level of personal success. This is a for runners by runners, and nothing else. No fancy cafe, no pool, just equipment and training that helps runners cross the finish line strong. Learn the story behind Performance Runn...
Ep 45: When Your Mortgage Provider is Also Like Your Mom Minus the Nagging
April 20, 2018 21:52 - 18 minutes - 21.6 MBWelcome to episode 45 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast (r), today Tim Murphy sits down again with show partner, Carrie Guarrero. Carrie Guarrero is not only a top mortgage lender with the CG Home Loan Partners at Fairway Independent Mortgage, but also a top career coach with Fairway Ignite. She helps guide professionals and clients through the bumpiest roads to success as they define it. So how does "Mama C" handle all of this and 7 kids to boot? Listen to the episode and fi...
Ep 44: How Your Dream of Becoming a Graceful Ballroom Dancer, Taught By a Family of Champions, Will Come True at Dance With Us America
April 07, 2018 13:49 - 22 minutes - 25.4 MBWhen done right, ballroom dancers look as if they are gliding across the floor. It is a sexy, seductive and challenging art form that is beautiful to watch. Thanks to Dancing with the Stars and other dance-style shows, ballroom has found acceptance in mainstream America, but it wasn't always that way. Gene Bersten of Dance With Us America at Soutdale Center in Edina, used to hide his passion for ballroom from his friends. He was afraid of the teasing that would follow if discovered. Now, pe...
Ep 43: Scared Your Dream Vacation Planned Through a Travel Website Will Be a Disaster? The Experts at A1 Travel Deliver Peace of Mind
March 22, 2018 04:09 - 27 minutes - 29.3 MBTim Murphy talks to an Edina travel agent about why travel websites may prove the be the worst planner for your next vacation. A1 Travel in Edina doesn't talk the talk, they personally walk the beaches, eat the food, and scope out the accommodations at some of the world's hottest destinations so you get the best advice for your dream vacation. From family travel to cruise travel, A1 can handle it all -- except for time travel. They're still working on that one. Close, though! To learn more ...
Ep 42: Learn How to Reduce Pain and Inflammation Without a Needle and Medication at Halo CryotherapyGivers Halo Cryotherapy
March 12, 2018 21:18 - 25 minutes - 32.4 MBIt's the secret weapon for professional athletes in the Twin Cities -- Cryotherapy. In fact, it's where athletes on all levels go to freeze away their pain. Halo Cryotherapy just celebrated their one-year anniversary in Edina and today you'll learn about what cryotherapy is, what it's for, and exactly what you'll feel once you climb into a Cryospa from Halo Cryotherapy's Jack Younggren. To learn more about Jack Younggren and Halo Cryotherapy, head here, or call (612) 425-1715. Make sure ...
Ep 41: Home Finance Expert Carrie Guarrero Explains 3 Things You Need to Be Ready for When Building Your Dream Home
March 01, 2018 21:11 - 18 minutes - 24.2 MBConsidering a new construction home? With spring around the corner, and the annual Parade of Homes open for business, it's hard not to be tempted by the thought of starting from the ground up. But is it for everybody? Certainly not, according to home finance expert Carrie Guarrero from Fairway Independent Mortgage. Today Carrie passes along some real-world advice about the top two things to expect when dealing with new construction. She says if you can deal with two obstacles, then you may...
Ep 40: How To Comfort Your College Student's Loneliness by Sending Some Love from the Nest
February 18, 2018 21:27 - 29 minutes - 30.8 MBWelcome to episode 40 of the Edina SW Minneapolis Advice Givers (R) Podcast! Is your college student feeling homesick? The excitement from moving out of the home can quickly be replaced by anxiety and loneliness. Today we're inside the studios of Love from the Nest, a new Edina company that creates college care packages centered around the comforts of home, sent with love and support by the people that miss them most. Today you'll learn how growing up on a farm provided valuable lessons in...
Ep 39: The Biggest Landscaping Trend for 2018 will Calm, Relax and Become the Center of Attention thanks to Urban Landworks
February 11, 2018 21:10 - 19 minutes - 23.6 MBWelcome to episode 39 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast, today we are at Urban Landworks to talk with co-owner Mike Bollinger about this year's most popular landscaping trend in Edina and SW Minneapolis, a trend that will keep the kids outside and make your backyard the envy of the neighborhood. Be careful, though, it can become addictive. In fact, Mike has 7 of them! Learn about that and the history of Urban Landworks, and the reasons why Mike and his crew love what they do....
Ep 38: Lifelong Relief from Pain is the Driving Force Behind LIV Chiropractic
February 04, 2018 12:35 - 21 minutes - 27.1 MBToday Tim Murphy is at Edina's newest Chiropractic clinic, LIV Chiropractic on France Ave in Edina. Scott Hawkins opened LIV Chiropractic in November of 2017 with a new attitude and approach to health care. Of course LIV Chiropractic is about treatment, but it's mostly about prevention. It's about the patient stepping in front of his/her health care issues before they begin by knowing what causes them in the first place. His energy and passion are infectious and you'll hear it come through ...
Ep 37: How Edina High School Became a Nationally Recognized Model of Success, and What that Means for Your Family
January 27, 2018 06:12 - 31 minutes - 36.8 MBThere is no doubt that most families move to Edina for one thing -- and it's where Tim Murphy is today -- Edina High School. Very few high schools in the state or nation hold as many accolades as EHS, and today we're taking you inside to find out why. Jonathan Buckley, a teacher of 18 years, can tell you exactly why Edina High School has been able to maintain a level of excellence few can match, and what new parents can expect when their children become Hornets. Welcome to episode 37 o...
Ep 36: Title Boxing Club is Your Safe Zone to Punch Out Stress, Clear Your Mind, Feel Empowered and Achieve Full Body Fitness
January 20, 2018 17:26 - 19 minutes - 23.9 MBSteven Coopersmith, a successful New York corporate marketer, moved to Minneapolis with every intention of moving back home within a few years. 22 years later, he now calls Minneapolis home with no plans for leaving. In episode 36 of Advice Givers (r), Tim Murphy sits down with Steven Coopersmith to find out why he quit his safe corporate job and take over Title Boxing Club in Edina (and Minneapolis), a fitness facility with boxing inspired workouts that provide stress relief while strengthe...
Ep 35: Filthy Lawn? Filthy Shoes? ScoopyPoo Dog Poo Removal Gives Dog Owners a Chance to Enjoy the Best out of their Dog, While They Take Care of the Worst.
January 05, 2018 03:34 - 28 minutes - 30.8 MBSonja Tengdin was a bond trader and busy mother of two before venturing into the world of dog poo in 2001. Finding it impossible to convince the kids to pick up after their dogs (without getting paid), she stumbled on an idea. An idea that was popular where she grew up in California, but not here. So she took a chance, and ScoopyPoo DoggyDoo Pickup was born. She has a great sense of humor, but even though she jokes about the task ScoopyPoo performs, she isn't shy about saying that it's a ser...
Ep 34.5 A Special Holiday Message from Tim Murphy
December 26, 2017 14:36 - 2 minutes - 3.6 MBAs we close out 2017 and the first year of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast, we want to thank each and every guest that agreed to be on our podcast. Here's a special holiday message from Advice Giver's (r) host Tim Murphy. MUSIC: Artist: Nicolai Heidlas Title: Santa Claus Is Coming To Town Swing/Jazz Version
Episode 34: From First Lesson to Becoming Famous, Brad McLemore's House of Music Provides Aspiring Musicians the Tools and Confidence to Step On Any Stage
December 23, 2017 12:47 - 31 minutes - 35.2 MBBrad McLemore started his rock journey at an early age, a journey that went from garage bands to the Tonight Show stage. He saw it all. The good, bad and the deadly. His lifelong passion for music is now concentrated into his two House of Music locations, Lake Harriet and Linden Hills. Brad is an amazing mentor to those that not only want to learn the art of music, but take that art and turn it into a career. Who were Brad's earliest inspirations? How did education save his life? How did he...
Ep 33: Jennifer Adam and the Edina Historical Society Need You to Keep Edina's Rich History Alive for Generations to Come
December 01, 2017 20:51 - 23 minutes - 27.4 MBTim Murphy sits across from Edina Historical Society Executive Director Jennifer Adam to talk about this city's significant history, and how they are stepping outside of the museum to teach it. From camps, tours and exhibits, to sledding hills and hot chocolate, this museum has found new energy. Listen to the exciting project they're in the middle of now, and plans for the future, as well.
Ep 32: Quenching Edina's Thirst for Amazing Craft Beer, Pete Rifakes Brings 20 Years of Experience to Town Hall Station
November 18, 2017 19:42 - 30 minutes - 33.4 MBPete Rifakes quickly learned that sitting in a cubicle at Northwest Airlines was not where he wanted to be, so he took his expertise in finance, and his love for craft beer, and created a chain of bars and restaurants known as Town Hall. There is Town Hall Brewery, Town Hall Tap, Town Hall Lanes, and his latest creation, Town Hall Station. It's a Town Hall housed inside the old Walley's Service Station on Valley View Road, and it's a restaurant and bar just for Edina. Rifakes has poured his ...
Ep 31: Your Pet is Family So When Illness Strikes, Westgate Pet Clinic Provides the Answers and Care You Need
November 09, 2017 15:28 - 20 minutes - 17.3 MBTim Murphy is inside Westgate Pet Clinic for a chat with Dr. Teresa Hershey. She'll walk through the fascinating history of Westgate, history that goes back to the Civil War! Plus, you'll learn about the most important qualities in a good veterinarian, how to take care of older pets, and the effectiveness of acupuncture on pets. It's pet that dates back to the late 1800's. There's a passion for animals that is deep and caring, and you'll hear why in episode 31 of Advice Givers (r). To le...
Ep 30: From Pain Relief to Clearer Vision, the Pindoctor Uses Treatments Dating Back Thousand of Years to Help Reclaim Your Freedom
November 02, 2017 17:16 - 23 minutes - 22.4 MBOpen your eyes to a new kind of treatment. Tim Murphy sits down with mountain climber, comedy producer, author, and accupuncturist Mats Sexton. He's the Pindoctor giving those suffering from pain much needed relief, and those with Macular Degeneration a clearer view of life. Mats is one of the few acupuncturist that treats Macular Degeneration, giving people that have lost all hope a chance to reclaim their freedom. He has some amazing success stories, and a plea for any ophthalmologist will...
Ep 29: When Lice Take Over, the MN Lice Lady Takes Over to Give Your Kids Instant Relief and You Peace of Mind
October 27, 2017 11:19 - 27 minutes - 23.7 MBTim Murphy sits down with the famous Minnesota Lice Lady, Gonne Asser to talk about head lice and the unnecessary stress it brings to the family. In this episode you'll learn how Lice is actually transmitted, how to deal with it at home, when you need a professional, and why lice does NOT mean your life is out of control. Not only will you walk away from this interview an instant expert on lice, but you'll also hear how a woman, who never considered herself an entreprenuer, now runs two succ...
Ep 28: Gear Running Store - Dedicated To Finding the Perfect Fit. Allowing You to Achieve More Than You Thought Possible.
October 12, 2017 15:12 - 27 minutes - 28.4 MBGear Running Store is the oldest running store in the Twin Cities. Owner Paul Horan has continued Gear's great tradition of helping runners of all skill levels achieve their goals with quality shoes and running accessories. Gear Running Store has continued to build an avid following of devoted runners which has allowed them to stay open for more than 30 years. What's the secret? Trust and friendship. Learn more in today's episode of Advice Givers (R). Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) ...
Ep 27: Jimmie's Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - Famous Dave Anderson Guarantees it's Fresh & Fast (Not to Mention the Best Darn BBQ You Will Ever Have)
September 28, 2017 19:05 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MBWith the smell of a wood burning oven mixed with award-winning barbecue sauce in the air, Tim Murphy sits down with Edina resident and entrepreneur Dave Anderson to talk about his newest creation: Jimmie's Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse on 44th & France. Anderson became (literally) famous through his Famous Dave's restaurants across the nation. Now he he's gone back into his personal kitchen to create a whole new experience for BBQ lovers in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Jimmie's Old Southern BBQ Sm...
Ep 26: We Share Special Memories From the First 25 Episodes Plus a Special Announcement
September 22, 2017 01:46 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBHost Tim Murphy and producer Dave Lawson record episode 26 on a bench along 50th & France to reflect on the first 25 episodes of Advice Givers (r). The laughs, the inspiration, and the struggles that are common to all of the entrepreneurs and problem solvers that have appeared on the show. From Kimberly Senn's Whales and Mary Younggren's dedication to service, to the truly inspiring story of Dmitry Ivanovs, a man who moved to Edina knowing only few words of English, and worked his way int...
Ep 25: The Place Of Legends - Lou Nanne's American Grill.
September 10, 2017 11:54 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBLou Nanne is a Minnesota legend -- not only in hockey, but business. Today he shares the secrets to his entrepreneurial spirit, from the incredible hockey contract (he negotiated) for its day with the North Stars, to how he moved from hockey into the business world. Plus, the future of Lou Nanne's American Grill is exciting, too! He is funny, endearing, and inspiring. Welcome to Ep 25. Listen here: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here: Stit...
Ep 24: 3 Generations of Refined Customer Focus. Driven By a Passionate France 44 Family Who Value Excellence in Wine, Spirits & Food
September 03, 2017 12:44 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBToday Tim Murphy is at 44th and France in Edina to Chat with Rick Anderson of France 44 a family business 60 years in the making... Rick, who started working in his father's store as a child (funny story you don't want to miss about the store's first conveyer belt!) ventured out of the family business and into consulting. His entrepreneurial spirit was calling, though, which brought him back to France 44. He's a really sharp man with great advice for business owners. Today you'll learn: T...
Ep 23: Edina's 50th & France - European Charm with Quaint Shops, Unparalleled Personal Service and Remarkable Events to Create a World of Experiences
August 24, 2017 20:44 - 17 minutes - 15.4 MBToday we bring the podcast outdoors to take advantage of the final weeks of summer in Edina, Minnesota, and hear the history and future of Edina's 50th and France from the woman who knows it best -- Rachel Thelemann. Rachel is the Executive Director of the 50th & France Business Association and in today's episode, you will learn about this unique community's past, how Art Fair has become world renowned, and the exciting new project that add another layer of charm to this area. Subscribe to ...
Episode 22: CareerPrep Helping Students Save Time, Stress and Money by Instilling Self-Awareness to Find the Perfect Career
August 19, 2017 11:49 - 24 minutes - 23.3 MBFinding a narrow path to a career goal takes a well thought out strategy, and with the cost of college soaring, having a career strategy is more important than ever. Today Tim Murphy sits down with Audra Emerson from CareerPrep, a company that helps students find their passion, and then crafts a plan to turn that passion into a career. In this podcast you will learn how Audra, and her business partner Sara Wegmann, help students find clarity along and the their best advice as college student...
Ep 21: Melanie Richards has "Outsmarted the Sun" with Airbrush Tanning that Gives You a Healthy, Luxurious, and Confident Glow
August 11, 2017 02:55 - 29 minutes - 25.3 MBMelanie Richards never knew she had the entrepreneurial spirit until it just...happened. She grew up learning from the best. Raised by a single mother who worked her way from an entry level data entry position to president of the company, and a grandfather who vowed to serve and protect in the Minnesota Patrol. She followed in her grandfather's steps by protecting and serving as a corrections officer. She tried with all her power to protect women who were victims of violence, and children wh...
Ep 20: Growing Up In Poverty, Shannon Foreman, has come full circle with Urban Ventures: Empowering Urban Families toward a better tomorrow.
August 03, 2017 01:08 - 27 minutes - 27.3 MBInspiration to help those in need comes in many forms. Some do it because of their fortunate circumstances, and others do it because they've been there. Shannon Foreman has been there. Shannon grew up in South Minneapolis, daughter of a mother working three jobs. She never went to the park alone and was always in before dark. She knew the streets were dangerous, but she also knew that the residents of South Minneapolis looked out for her. They "had my back." Shannon has since gone to college...
Ep 19: Red Cow Restaurant, Where It's More Than a Burger, It's Family
July 14, 2017 05:08 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBMichael Giacomini's family imported the idea for Red Cow restaurant from the popularity of fine burgers and beer on the West coast. And with their emphasis on great service first, Red Cow quickly grew from one to three locations within 3 years. Add amazing Pizza from Red Rabbit to the mix, and this local family has uncovered the secret to restaurant success in the Twin Cities. Learn how they did it, from their early mistakes, to their big plans for the future. Listen here: www.EdinaAd...
Ep 18: How Your Child Helps Foster Kids Find a Safe, Stable and Loving Home
July 06, 2017 05:31 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBSusan Robinson's dream of helping kids in the foster care system reaches back more than 10 years, but the dream was put on hold after becoming a single mother following the death of her husband. The dream never faded, and after the death of her second husband, she put it into action. Foster Art sells art created by kids to help support the foster care system that Susan says needs major support. Listen to Susan's amazing journey. A journey that tested her resolve twice, and never broke her sp...
Ep 17: The Biggest Challenges When Shopping for a Bridal Gown, and How Annika Bridal Solves Them
June 22, 2017 19:34 - 20 minutes - 17.9 MBWhen Annie Corbin and Kate Applebaum met in gymnastics as 6th graders, there wasn't much talk of owning a bridal boutique on 50th and France. But that's all they could talk about after reconnecting years later. After a decade of experience in marketing and bridal fashion, the two combined their strengths and opened Annika Bridal in Edina. Annika Bridal is a boutique that turns the necessity of finding a wedding dress into an experience that will be one of the highlights of her wedding. Thes...
Ep 16: The Art of Staging a Home to Sell Fast
June 14, 2017 21:58 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBRecently divorced with no money and no credit. Perfect time to start a business, right? Yes...if you're as talented and determined as Jill O'Gorman. Jill has an ability to sell homes fast by staging them to look irresistible So irresistible that many of her customers regret putting their home up for sale in the first place! So how did it all start? Bare bones. Listen to the story of how this single mom went from the idea of Ravishing Rooms to a successful business that has helped Edina and ...
Ep 15: Nani Nalu Makes Swimsuit Anxiety a thing of the Past
June 08, 2017 19:56 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBSurveys have shown that women hate shopping for swimsuits. Hate it! Many rank it right up there with a root canal. Jennifer Cermak agrees. She discovered Nani Nalu on 50th and France after a frustrating search for the perfect bathing suit for her honeymoon. So for Jennifer, Nani Nalu is personal. She wants to allow women to feel as beautiful as they look on the beach. How successful has she been? Huge. Listen to the podcast and learn about Edina's Nani Nalu. Listen here: www.EdinaAdvi...