Hosted by Mortarr and Ecomedes' Jen Levisen, Impact Icons celebrates sustainability leaders within the built environment who have been instrumental in building the foundations needed to shape the skyline for a greener tomorrow. From energy and water to carbon, health, circularity, and social, our industry has unsung heroes who move the needle in one or more of these impact areas. These sustainability heroes are our Impact Icons, and it is the noblest cause for celebration! Join us each month ...
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The Offices at China Hall Coworking Podcast features people from Minnesota and beyond to discuss the state of internet marketing, social media in business, stories of success, and failures in business. Listen as this Minnesota Coworking space features conversations with people that have all types of backgrounds, experiences, and stories to share!
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Today I'm talking with Annie Bevan, sustainability collaborator, facilitator, visionary, and changemaker. She's an Impact Icon, CEO of mindful MATERIALS, founder and CEO of SMSC, and global head of sustainability for Superior Essex, but most importantly what I have come to appreciate and love the most is she's a good human being. Her desire and dri…
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Bonnie Sharphouse is an independent sustainability consultant with more than fifteen years of experience in corporate sustainability strategy, program design, management systems, and reporting for the manufacturing, chemical, CPG, energy, and pharmaceutical sectors. Whether Bonnie knows it or not, she and I are good friends. I can't tell you the la…
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Mr. Lucky might sound like a funny title for a conversation with Gabe Wing, but you'll soon see why it's the perfect title. MillerKnoll says Gabe has fundamentally reimagined the way their products are designed. And even though Gabe does this work day in and day out, I still get the impression he's pinching himself from his rough start in chemical …
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A fighting chance might be a tenet of Aaron VanderGalien and Deksia, but it's also one of his core values. A serial entrepreneur himself, Aaron's passion for growing other entrepreneurs and his love for his community led to his Impact Icons award. When you put resources into people, into buildings, into your values, it's amazing the impact you'll h…
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In this episode, we delve into a conversation with Eric Corey Freed - an architect, author, and teacher with a remarkable sense of humor and a crucial role as the Sustainability Director at Cannon Design. Eric shares his unique perspective on climate change, preferring to liken it to a disease no one would want our planet to catch, rather than usin…
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In today’s episode, Jen talks with Impact Icon Jane Rohde, Founder, and Principal at JSR Associates, a healthcare and senior living design firm developing programming, planning, and care models that focus on the desired outcomes of residents, patients, staff, family, and visitors. Jane believes in a global, cultural shift toward de-institutionalize…
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In today’s episode, Jen talks with Jon Strassner, Chief Sustainability Officer at the American Society of Interior Designers, and co-host of Imagine a Place Productions podcast, Break Some Dishes. This conversation is like overhearing two friends having coffee. Jon shares his tips on how to do business with friends, why sustainability simply isn’t …
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In today's episode, Jen talks with Brandi Susewitz, Founder and CEO of Reseat, which is automating and transforming the process of reselling high-quality office furniture across the country. Reseat was founded in 2020 and in their first year alone they saved more than 3 million pounds of furniture from the landfill. The now award-winning digital pl…
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Hosted by Mortarr and Ecomedes' Jen Levisen, Impact Icons celebrates sustainability leaders within the built environment who have been instrumental in building the foundations needed to shape the skyline for a greener tomorrow. From energy and water to carbon, health, circularity, and social, our industry has unsung heroes who move the needle in on…
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Penz Automotive Group is a growing ownership group of dealerships in Rochester, Minnesota. In this episode we sit down with Todd Penz the VP of the company and Jacob Wessel the Marketing Director. The brands they represent include Subaru of Rochester, Nissan of Rochester, and Buick GMC of Rochester. The team and company is growing and they are exci…
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36: NOCK + DONYALE J in the China Hall Tonight!
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This episode we turn it up with Nock + Donyale J! Get ready to listen to some great conversation, awesome music, and LIVE call-in show. This episode was an absolute blast. The story begins with Aikong asking if we could have a podcast episode with some emerging artists. From that Facebook message, it leads to us sitting down and learning about the …
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On this episode, we meet with Roosters Base Ball Club of Rochester, MN general manager Corky Gaskell. Our conversation goes from the history of baseball, the local club's history, how to get involved, and more. Learn from the walking encyclopedia related to Baseball History. Corky's knowledge of the game is superb. He understands how America's past…
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Learn about this Albert Lea, Minnesota based tech company that is doing great things. Mortarr started as a branding/design company in 2013. From 2013 to July 2017 they worked hard at scaling this business. Thru this process, they became interested in solving problems they were seeing on the commercial design side of the business they were taking pa…
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On this episode, we are sitting down with Tasos Psomas of Hollandberry Pannekoeken in Rochester. We learn about his long-standing Rochester business. The new location they have recently opened up at is 214 North Broadway Rochester, MN. Tasos Psomas immigrated from Greece with his family as a young boy. His father got into the restaurant business wh…
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TacoJED came to the Rochester area one year ago on October 4th 2018- coincidently on National Taco Day! Steve Dunn, owner, could not have planned that any better! After a year, Steve has truly placed himself at a strategic location and become a local stop for all. Steve has a vast background in business, real estate, and most importantly tacos! He …
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Recently I received an inquiry from Andcards to learn about our podcast. This inquiry lead to a fun conversation with the co-founder and CEO of the company. It never fails to amaze me how the internet can connect you with such talented people. Join in on this podcast to learn about Igor's story and what he has accomplished as a young entrepreneur. …
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We talk camping, vannin, and more on this podcast! Come join and listen as we discuss the new business that Grant Smith has created called Northern Lights Camper Vans! This Rochester found shared about his journey in building out a very cool business on wheels. You can rent his van and take it around the country, along the way you will enjoy his co…
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29: Offices at China Hall Podcast: We visit with John Becker of Rochester Framing and Fine Arts
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On the Offices at China Hall Podcast, we visit with John Becker. John is the co-founder of Red Wing Framing and Fine Art Printing. This business is growing with the help of John’s wife Valerie “Val” Becker and team member Clare Lorraine. They now have locations in Rochester, Minnesota and Northfield, Minnesota. We discuss the history of framing, th…
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On the Offices at China Hall Podcast we visit with Mike Benike. Mike is 4th Generation business operator and owner of Benike Construction. The company has been a staple in the Rochester community as a general contractor for many years. With some exciting projects on the horizon, we visit about past and present construction projects that the Benike …
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Aikong See, JayMotivates, JoJo Wallace, Momen Ali from Project Hope Movement. These gentleman coordinate volunteers, make connections, hold fundraisers, and work to seek out those who are underprivileged in the community and build relationships with them in a variety of ways.Por Offices at China Hall Podcast
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27: Offices at China Hall: MASTERCHEF Shari Mukherjee joins us to chop it up, grill it on high, and deliver a sweet tasting podcast!
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On this episode, we learn about SE Minnesota native Shari Mukherjee and how she has taken steps to become a star on MASTERCHEF. This journey is a fun one worth listening to and something that you can learn from in many ways. Be sure to listen in and share your thoughts in the comments :-) TWITTER https://twitter.com/spicedupmom INSTAGRAM https://ww…
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25: Offices at China Hall: Talking business and marketing with Dr.Katie Post of Northwest Dental Group.
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On this episode, we visit with Dr.Katie Post the owner of Northwest Dental Group. We talk about marketing, business, and parenting as an entrepreneur. The Northwest Dental Group has grown locally with now 3 location in the Rochester/Byron area. We love talking about this growth and what has brought it to what it is today. Join in and learn about th…
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24: Offices at China Hall: Lets ROCKchester and hear about this great festival from the founder Dylan Hilliker.
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Today we meet with the Founder of ROCKchester! Dylan Hilliker has lived in Rochester for 10 years and has been working hard to grow this wonderful event. Have you heard of ROCKchester? This is Rochester’s youth music and arts festival that has been going 4 years strong. You may have not heard of this just yet but now is the time for you to get in t…
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Ashley Moberg is an entrepreneur originally from Iowa and has lived in Rochester now for 14 years. Her dream of owning her business started 5 years ago and it took a couple of years to build up the courage and jump in. Come learn about Real Deals - Rochester, MNa business just off 7th Street NW and 6th Ave in Rochester.…
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22: Learn more about the LOCAL ART SHOWCASE coming this Thursday June 20th to Offices at China Hall.
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On this episode, we take a moment to learn about a cool event that we are having in the China Hall Thursday, June 20th. Be sure to find out more about the event here on Facebook at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2133346796770057/ Photographers: (Instagram Usernames) @kaansmind @ryanloups @lukewassphotography @philipgarlich Trad…
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We sit down with Taya McGovern and Kayla Fjelsted, the girls of Swoon lash + beauty lounge to talk business and beauty. Some of the topics we cover are free marketing, eyelash extensions, and what makes their business model unique in the beauty industry.Por Offices at China Hall Podcast
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On this episode with have the opportunity to sit down with Sylvia DeMott. A local entrepreneur that is building a business helping change the lives of women entrepreneurs in our community and beyond. Come listen to Sylvia's story and how this wonderful woman has built a successful business, helped other business owners, and used social media market…
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We sit down with Samm Adams a voice from Rochester's radio waves that we all enjoy! Come enjoy this podcast and learn about Samm's journey in becoming a radio personality. Samm shares about what she would suggest for businesses if they are looking to advertise with the Radio Station. We discuss how the business of Radio has changed over the years. …
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Join us for this conversation to learn about these two ART HEADS Leah Joy Bee and Tyler J. Aug. The very talented, weird, and creative business owners have helped create a very unique business for Rochester! Canvas and Chardonnay is a art epicenter in Rochester and growing monthly with events, meet ups, and more. Tune into this podcast to learn abo…
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17: Offices at China Hall Podcast: Black Swan Real Estate with Elaine and Nick Stageberg
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Black Swan Real Estate, owned by Nick & Elaine Stageberg, is a family-owned and operated business with over ten years of experience and a rapidly growing portfolio of homes in Oklahoma City, OK and Rochester, MN. They believe that the greatest strength of their business is not its financial success, but rather rests in its reputation and relationsh…
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16: Offices at China Hall Podcast: Jay Maier of Green Collar Consultants and Rochester Entrepreneur
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Jay Maier a family man, businessman, and die-hard entrepreneur joins us for this podcast! We learn about how Jay and his family worked hard to build a business in the forestry industry. This business after many years of growth lead to a sale. That sale has opened up new doors for Jay and we are excited to learn more in this episode. You will find s…
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Listen in on today's podcast to learn more about Zach Zurn and his story. Learn more about Zach's passion for music and how he went from recording in his mom's "carpet booth studio" in a closet, to starting up his own business.Por Offices at China Hall Podcast
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On this episode we sit down with the executive director of the family YMCA. Virginia shares about her story of coming to Rochester and helping grow this non-profit. The Rochester area family Y recently expands into child care and we learn about this new venture. Virginia talks about the opportunity she sees with working alongside with other non-pro…
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On this episode we are joined by our good friend Julio Molina! Come join the conversation as we get motivated and learn about Julio's story in growing a professional in the Rochester community.Por Offices at China Hall Podcast
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On this episode we are joined by two team members from Fernbrook Family Center. Shannon Brown and Aaron Grier meet with us and talk many things! We go down the path to have a conversation about Mental Health, Social Media, and more! Thank you for listening into this episode, we hope you enjoy!Por Offices at China Hall Podcast
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11: Offices at China Hall Podcast: Steve Borchardt the Housing Coalition Director of the Rochester Area Foundation
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On this episode, we are joined by Steve Borchardt of the Rochester Area Foundation. Steve has a great history of growing up in Rochester, becoming the Sheriff, to now being very involved with the Rochester Area Foundation. Join us in on the conversation to discuss affordable housing and some of the topics surrounding this topic in the city! http://…
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Aalix Dydell a 2007 graduate from Century High school shares about his journey as a entrepreneur. He has taken his passion from the basement of his home growing up to a actual brick and mortar with a strong team! Learn about how Youtube, the internet, and hard work has helped him become well respected in the Barbering industry.…
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9: Offices at China Hall Podcast: Christian Prescher Lean Body Fitness a story of a young entrepreneur.
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Christian Prescher is a young entrepreneur from Minnesota growing his business one day at a time. Lean Body Fit Club is based out of Wabasha, Minnesota. This business was started in July 2017. Come learn about this story of starting a business on what we have deemed the "Bezos Loan".Por Offices at China Hall Podcast
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8: Offices At China Hall Podcast: Pathen Medical and co-founder Clint Semmann
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On this episode, we learn about the medical device company co-founded by Clint Semmann a Minnesota native! Clint shares the entrepreneurial journey that he never imagined would lead to a medical device company and ultimately he has grown to have a real passion for the industry! Come listen to this entrepreneurs story!…
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7: Offices at China Hall Podcast: Scott Elder joins the podcast and shares about Midwest LifeShots and the growth of his local business.
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Scott and Jen Elder have been working hard to build a professional photography business in the Rochester area! Come learn about the growth of this local business from the ground level to a sustainable business. This photography business Midwest LifeShots has become a very well respected in the industry. Scott shares his entrepreneurial story from t…
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6: Offices at China Hall Podcast: Jeff Prussack joins the Friday night conversation and shares about his architectural firm PlanThespace
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Jeff Prussack is the owner of PlanTheSpace a local architectural firm in Rochester, Minnesota. Jeff shared with us on the Friday night podcast about his journey from San Fransico, Alaska, Chicago, to now Rochester! We learn about how he has built his business to become the founder he is today. Jeff was the designer of Offices At China hall and now …
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5: Offices at China Hall Podcast: Kalan Stittleburg joins us and shares about his business Trillium Spinal Care and journey to becoming a entrepreneur.
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Join us on the Offices at China Hall Podcast! We learn from Kalan Stittleburg on what it took to begin Trillium Spinal Care! Kalan also shares about what got him interested in this specific industry! Thanks to Josh Langmade we also share in a few laughs as she asked for us to spice things up a bit. We hope you enjoy the show and learn a few things …
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Wade BeaversWe had the wonderful opportunity in meeting with a Wade Beavers a Rochester native with a great Entrepreneurial story you need to hear! Learn about Wade's story from when he had 3 of the first 500 apps in the itunes app store. To now where Wade is bringing a brand new business model to the Rochester community. Wade on Twitter WADE ON LI…
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This Friday evening we were fortunate to learn about The United Way of Olmsted County! Grace Pesch and Jennifer Teske taught us about great things they are doing in the community and how we as small business owners can make a difference. This was our very first ever time being educated by passionate individuals in the Non-Profit world! Thank you fo…
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Patrick Langlois with Building Block Performance is here on the Friday night podcast! Let’s learn about his story that has him building a biz in the Rochester community. His fitness journey has helped him recognize this is a calling in his life and in business. Patrick is growing one customer at a time to help individuals along the fitness journey …
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Listen in as we visit with Alexis Simmons of Rodan + Fields! We learn about her growing business, being an active on Instagram Live, and more about this very wonderful women. Be sure to follow Alexis on Instagram to be inspired: www.instagram.com/lexstar2007Por Offices at China Hall Podcast
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