Banker With A Beer: A Podcast Series by Northwestern Bank

Nov 27, 2023

• The transition from CoLab to The Coven
• The role of entrepreneurship in the Pablo Group
• Colab’s place in the local entrepreneurial space
• Joining The Coven community

Guest: Elaine Coughlin, Director of Investment and Entrepreneurship, The Pablo Group
Beverage Enjoyed: Kul Mocks, NA Craft Mocktail

Nov 21, 2023

• Business Programs and services offered by Regional Planning
• What to prepare prior to meeting with WCWRP
• Favorite Start up Stories
• Advice for prospective entrepreneurs

Guest: Tobi Lemahiew, Fund Manager West Central WI Regional Planning
Beverage Enjoyed: Saranac Root Beer , Utica NY

Nov 13, 2023

• Turning your passion into your business
• Trends in youth sporting equipment
• Does spending more money for equipment yield better playing results?
• Will youth sports transition from school teams to club teams?
• The future of youth sports

Guests:  Lance Gurney and Brian Stelle, Owners of Play It Again Sports
Beer Enjoyed:...

Nov 8, 2023

Chippewa Valley Growth:

• Opportunities and Challenges
• Retail
• Housing
• Transportation
• Career Opportunities

Guest:  Tracey Smiskey, NB Eau Claire Area Market President
Beer Enjoyed:  Bourbon Barrel Stout, Central Waters Brewing Co. Amherst WI