Ep. 12 | Local Business Insights: Michael Allen and Duke Hamm at Ink & Ale, New Castle

On this episode of The Hub with Michael Allen, sponsored by Manpower Richmond, Michael sits down with Duke Hamm at the Ink in Ale in New Castle, Indiana.

When local legend Duke Hamm swapped the buzz of the Chrysler assembly line for the hum of his own business ambitions, he began a journey that would redefine what it means to be an entrepreneur in New Castle, Indiana. Our latest episode peels back the curtain on Duke's remarkable transformation from a laborer to a linchpin in the local economy, as he reminisces about his formative years, the pivotal moves that launched his career trajectory, and the community that fueled his endeavors.

Our conversation with Duke takes us through the textures of downtown Newcastle, where the echoes of the past blend with the vibrant thrum of present-day commerce. We uncover the synergy between historic preservation and economic innovation, featuring the renaissance of iconic structures like the Hub building and the birth of new hotspots, such as Ink and Ale and Kai's Creation Bistro. Dive into the heart of local business development, spearheaded by community champions like the New Castle Main Street group, and discover how small business leaders are sculpting a dynamic future for this cherished Hoosier town.

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