Banker With A Beer: A Podcast Series by Northwestern Bank

Apr 24, 2023

• History of Sand Mining in Wisconsin
• Protections put in place the help close the mines
• The ‘Gold Rush’ Days
• Current Sand Mining Status
• Legacy of Improved rail infrastructure

Guest:  John Behling, President Weld Riley, S.C.
Beer Enjoyed:  Tank 7 American Saison, Boulevard Brewing

Apr 17, 2023

• Homelessness statistics in Chippewa County
• The growth of housing insecurity
• Inspiration of Hope Village
• Tiny houses vs apartments
• First year results
• Future plans

Guests: Mike Cohoon, Executive Director Hope Village & Jessica Oleson Bue, Chippewa County Housing Authority
Beer Enjoyed: Reissdorf Kolsch Ale, Cologne Germany

Apr 10, 2023

• Cigan properties is more than Banbury Place
• History of Banbury Place Acquisition / Conversion
• Types of Businesses that operate out of the property
• On going building updates and tenant transitions

Guests:  Jack and Max Kaiser, owners of Cigan Properties
Beer Enjoyed:  Dupont Saison, Belgium

Apr 3, 2023

• What is podcasting?
• What makes a good podcast
• The importance of multiple revenue streams
• The importance of local media

Guest:  Scott Montesano, Owner of Eau Claire Hometown Media and the Voice of the UWEC Blugolds
Beer Enjoyed:  Le Chouffe, Belgian Blond