Latest Batavia ny Podcast Episodes
Scot and Kate Pickard, Pickard Solutions
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - October 21, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsOn this week's episode, Cohost's Sara Stockwell and Katy Hobbs are joined by Scot and Kate Pickard with Pickard Solutions. Pickard Solutions provides small business IT solutions and managed services. Learn more about this incredible husband and wife duo, who started their company at home during...
Scot and Kate Pickard, Pickard Solutions
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - October 21, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsOn this week's episode, Cohost's Sara Stockwell and Katy Hobbs are joined by Scot and Kate Pickard with Pickard Solutions. Pickard Solutions provides small business IT solutions and managed services. Learn more about this incredible husband and wife duo, who started their company at home during...
Karyn Winters, Genesee County Business/Education Alliance
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - September 30, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsOn our first episode with Cohost's Kelly Bermingham and Katy Hobbs, we are joined by Karyn Winters - Director of the Genesee County Business/Education Alliance. Karyn was born and raised in Genesee County and is a 2003 graduate of Pavilion Central School - Go Gophers! She has a Bachelor's degr...
Guy Pellegrino, Pellegrino Auto Sales
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - August 17, 2022 20:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by Guy Pellegrino of Pellegrino Auto Sales. He details his start in business at a young age and the mentorship he received from his former boss. He has devoted his entire adult life to building his car business into what it is today and expanding over the years. He gi...
Bill Hume, Foxprowl Collectables
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - August 10, 2022 16:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by local comic, pop culture, star wars aficionado- Bill Hume of Foxprowl Collectables. Bill brings his humor and pop culture knowledge to the interview and speaks about the growth of his business from hobby to full time job since 1999. Foxprowl is a collectables stor...
Mitch Kolb, Batavia Garage Door
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - July 29, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by new business owner Mitch Kolb of Batavia Garage Door Co. Mitch had worked at Batavia Garage door for many years before having the opportunity to take over the business in the Fall of 2020. Listen to his inspiring story of the heart and compassion he has experience...
Matty Gray, Alex's Place and Eli Fish Brewing
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - July 13, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by local businessman and community savant, Matty Gray. Born and raised in Batavia, Matty has had a huge impact on this community in his ownership of multiple businesses, and his involvement in the development of Genesee County, where he calls home. In this conversa...
Jessica Pratt and Zach Kobylanski, Local Business Moguls
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - June 16, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by Jessica Pratt and Zach Kobylanski, both young business people who operate businesses of their own. Jess owns a fitness center, Whole Life Fitness, and Zach a landscaping company, Versascape. In the past two years they have partnered on many new business ventures:...
Sharon Coyle-Farley, Rolling Hills Asylum
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - May 11, 2022 15:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by longtime proprietress of Rolling Hills Asylum, Sharon Coyle. Established in 1827, the Genesee County Poor House (now Rolling Hills Asylum) soon became a refuge for some of society's less fortunate. With over 1,700 documented deaths and hundreds not recorded, Haunt...
Don Brown, Charles Men Shop and Batavia Bootery
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - April 27, 2022 18:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by Don Brown of Charles Men Shop and Batavia Bootery. Family owned & operated since 1947, Charles Men's Shop, Inc. has been Batavia's number one choice for fine men's clothing for many years. Due to a partnership with PW Minor, they have also operated Batavia Booter...
Judy Hysek, Eden Cafe and Bakeshop
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - April 21, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by Judy Hysek from Eden Cafe- Genesee County's first and only vegan eatery! Judy got her start with Eden in 2017 in a foodie challenge competition where the winner got to utilize space inside of Eli Fish Brewing as a "restaurant incubator kitchen." This allowed her t...
Brian Kemp, T-Shirts Etc
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - April 12, 2022 18:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by local businessman and artist, Brian Kemp. Brian's business, T Shirts-Etc, is celebrating 25 years of existence this year with its history of multiple locations across Batavia. Brian grew up in Batavia and highlights his start in the Harvester Center and how he ha...
Noah Whiteford, Whiteford Dental Lab
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - March 09, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode we were joined by local business owner, Noah Whiteford of Whiteford Dental Lab. Whiteford Dental is a fixed prosthetic lab in Batavia NY that specializes in implant and digital dental services- but as Noah would say in layman's terms, "They make teeth". In this spirited convers...
John Roche, Adam Miller Toy and Bicycle Shop
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - February 22, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by John Roche, current owner of Adam Miller Toy and Bicycle Store. John details the history of the iconic toy store in Downtown Batavia and the visitors that return year after year. He talks about how he got into the business back in 2000 and how his childhood passio...
Kent Ewell, O'Lacy's Irish Pub
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - February 15, 2022 19:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by local businessman, Kent Ewell, owner of O'Lacy's Irish Pub in Batavia. Kent details his life and career before the pub and his inspiration for opening it up 25 years ago. He talks about the research he did and the importance he placed on making it look and feel l...
Jon Mager, Arctic Refrigeration and Eli Fish
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - February 09, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsSeason two officially launched after a slight delay. This episode we were joined by Jon Mager, of the Mager Family, the people behind Arctic Refrigeration in Batavia. He details the history of the family owned business that has spanned over 75 years and was started by his grandfather in his gar...
Episode 14, Paul Marchese, Marchese Computer Products
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - November 19, 2021 16:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn the season finale of Season 1 of Behind The Business, we were joined by local information technology legend, Paul Marchese, of Marchese Computer Products. In this fun conversation with Paul we talk about the ins and outs of his business and how it has changed over the past 40 years. To learn...
Episode 13, Mike Hodgins, Hodgins Printing
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - November 10, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by long time local business owner Mike Hodgins. Mike and his family have owned and operated Hodgins Printing and John's Studios since the late 50s. Mike's father, John, started the business and in this episode Mike details the story behind their business. He also spea...
Episode 12, Brandon Armstrong, Royals Barbershop
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - November 02, 2021 20:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by local entrepreneur Brandon Armstrong, of Royals Barbershop in Batavia. Brandon has operated his own business since his early 20s and has always wanted to use his creativity to provide for himself and his community. Brandon talks about his younger days and his insp...
Episode 11: Chris VanDusen and Shelly Wolaske, Empire Hemp
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - October 21, 2021 16:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by the newest dynamic duo of local business in Genesee County, Chris and Shelly from Empire Hemp in Batavia. The new health and wellness shop opened up in April of 2021 on Main St in the Masonic Temple building. Empire Hemp Co. produces a wide range of Hemp Derived C...
Episode 10: Tim Call, Empire Tractor
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - October 13, 2021 15:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by a member of our prominent agricultural community here in Genesee County.: Tim Call, of Empire Tractor. He joined us to detail his time at the business in Batavia and how he impulsively got into ownership. He goes on to detail his family's long history of agricultur...
Episode 9: Gregory Hallock, GOART!
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - September 30, 2021 17:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode, to celebrate National Podcast Day, we were joined by the incredibly vibrant and entertaining Gregory Hallock from GOART! He joined us in the podcast studio hosted in GOART's upstairs rooms, where we record all episodes of Behind The Business. In this episode he details his time ...
Episode 8, Rob Credi, Pub Coffee Hub
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - September 16, 2021 19:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by Rob Credi of Pub Coffee Hub, or Pub Hub Coffee whichever you prefer. He details his transition from food truck to brick and mortar location at the Harvester Center in Batavia. He calls upon his past history of coffee shop ownership in Batavia and the lessons he has...
Episode 7: Candace Hensel, Byron Hotel
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - September 10, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by long time owner, Candy Hensel, of the Byron Hotel. This iconic establishment located at the four corners of Byron has a long standing relationship with the people of the area. Built in the late 1800s, it has always been the centerpiece of its community. Candy deta...
Episode 6: Bill Hayes, Turnbull HVAC
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - August 25, 2021 17:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis week we were joined by local legend William "Bill" Hayes of Turnbull HVAC. Bill purchased the business from local businessman, Roy Turnbull, in 1991. Since then, Bill has been a an extremely active member of the Genesee County business community. He details the early days of his time in Ba...
Episode 5: Matt Walther and Casey Mehlenbacher, BeyonDriven
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - July 27, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by Matt and Casey from BeyonDriven in Le Roy NY. This new fitness facility and gym opened up in 2020, shortly before the start of the Covid-19 Pandemic. They describe to us the work they have done renovating the building and all the hurdles they have overcome in the s...
Episode 5: BeyonDriven
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - July 27, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode we were joined by Matt and Casey from BeyonDriven in Le Roy NY. This new fitness facility and 24/7 gym opened up in 2019, shortly before the start of the Covid-19 Pandemic. Matt and Casey describe to us the work they have done renovating the place, all the hurdles they have overcome...
Episode 4: Mama Chavez's Taqueria
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - July 16, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis week we were joined by Mama Chavez herself! Accompanied by her son and business partner, Jose, Mama told us her story and the story of her dream that became reality in Mama Chavez's Taqueria in Le Roy NY.
Episode 4: Jose and Maria Chavez, Mama Chavez's Taqueria
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - July 16, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis week we were joined by Mama Chavez herself! Accompanied by her son and business partner, Jose, Mama told us her story and the story of her dream that became reality in Mama Chavez's Taqueria in Le Roy NY. To learn more about our Genesee County businesses, visit us at https://geneseeny.cham...
Episode 3: Steve Pies, Max Pies Furniture
Behind The Business: Genesee County NY - June 24, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsFamily owned and operated by the Pies family for over 100 years, Max Pies Furniture has become an icon of local business in Genesee County NY. 4th generation owner, Steve Pies, shares with us some of the stories and history of this iconic furniture store in Batavia. Whether you call him Steve o...
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