Small Town Secret Sauce

Barton Quigley
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Small Town Secret Sauce

This show is all about empowering you to create the life you want in a small town. Join Barton Quigley as he explores the joys of living a simpler life while succeeding in your business or community organization and overcoming the unique challenges of a smaller population. With inspiring interviews and stories of entrepreneurial success, you will be motivated to take charge and thrive in your small town community. Subscribe and enjoy the show!

  1. FEB 14

    Ep. 34 John Seinar, Owner of Bikes Unlimited and Trailhead Restaurant

    #34 John Seinar is the current owner of Bikes Unlimited, Lynchburg, Virginia's oldest bicycle shop, which opened in 1967. John took over the current downtown location in January 2020 and recently opened Trailhead, a cozy, casual bar and restaurant right next door.What originally attracted me to this story was the bike shop's longevity, which is no small feat, especially in a small town. I also wanted to know the story behind Pints After Pedals, a super easy group ride that encourages the community to come together, enjoy the local trails, and share a frosty brew at the end.However, once I learned that John was also adding a restaurant to the mix, which is not for the faint of heart, I had a hunch that this man has the right kind of crazy and knowledge to be a successful entrepreneur here in Lynchburg. I had hoped to glean some insights and suggestions that could help other local small business owners thrive. I was not disappointed.One of the biggest keys to John's success is his curious, playful, generous spirit. John is also competitive, but he doesn't take himself too seriously, which is incredibly rare. This allows him to learn quickly from his mistakes and spot new opportunities. I had a great time geeking out with John, and I am excited to continue following his journey.Please enjoy this wide-ranging conversation about creating culture, raising the bar, serving others, and having a damn good time doing it all.Enjoy the show!Bikes Unlimited's WebsiteBikes Unlimited on InstagramBikes Unlimited on FacebookTrailhead's WebsiteTrailhead on InstagramTrailhead on Facebook

    44 min

  2. JAN 30

    Ep. 33 Myke Barron, White Hart Cafe & Black Stag Group, It's All About Connections

    Myke Barron is the President of Black Stag Group, which operates White Hart Cafe in downtown Lynchburg, VA, alongside his business partner Vic Stanley, Jr.The White Hart is affectionately known as "Lynchburg's Living Room" and has become a cultural center for performing arts and music, especially on their famous Open Mic nights.I have frequented the White Hart so many times since moving to Lynchburg in 2023. And Myke has always been there, flashing his bright, loving smile and a genuine desire to connect. I could instantly sense his depth of caring for all those around him - customers, employees, and open mic performers and guests.The White Hart story has been on my list for this show for some time. But what began as an interest in the business soon became a deeper interest in Myke's story. And when it comes to his and his wife's journey of moving to Lynchburg is uncannily similar to Amy's and my story.Sitting down to have this conversation with Myke, I felt like I was talking to a long-lost brother.He is a gem with a huge heart that's infused in everything he does, including working to equip the elite Black Stag team to accomplish their mission: Curating Connection to Cultivate Change in Lynchburg and beyond.Enjoy the show!White Hart Cafe WebsiteWhite Hart Cafe on Instagram---------------❤️ If you believe inspiring stories like this can empower others to create meaningful lives and impact the world, join the Small Town Secret Sauce Patreon Community and become an ambassador for possibility.😊 Thanks for listening! Please be sure to follow the show and leave a review!

    1h 8m

  3. JAN 16

    Ep. 32 Sam and Robb Foster, Owners of Frostfire Sauna and Cold Plunge

    #32 Sam and Robb Foster are the delightful wife and husband team behind Frostfire, the newly opened sauna and cold plunge spa in downtown Lynchburg, VA.As someone who has used cold exposure for many years now, I was stoked to discover this stellar addition to the local holistic health and wellness scene. I couldn't wait to dive into Sam and Robb's story, especially as first-time business owners bringing something out of left field to a small town in central Virginia.But I was even more stoked to thoroughly connect with these two wonderful people. Sam and Robb are thoughtful, loving, and care a great deal about the overall wellness of the community.Their entrepreneurial journey may be young, but Sam and Robb are old souls who bring wisdom from deep within their hearts. I could not be more excited to share their story and invite you to check out the transformational experience their spa offers the body and mind.Enjoy the show!Frostfire WebsiteFrostfire on Instagram---------------❤️ If you believe inspiring stories like this can empower others to create meaningful lives and impact the world, join the Small Town Secret Sauce Patreon Community and become an ambassador for possibility.😊 Thanks for listening! Please be sure to follow the show and leave a review!

    46 min

  4. 2024-12-19

    Ep. 31 Michelline and Jawansa Hall, It's All About Relationships

    #31 Michelline and Jawansa Hall are pillars in the Lynchburg, VA, community and have served it in many, many ways for most of their adult lives. They are such a delightful, loving couple with a huge heart for each other and the good of the folks living in the Hill City.Michelline and Jawansa have worn a number of hats over the years, from their marketing firm, Blackwater Branding, to a variety of roles with local non-profits.  They are another shining example of the spirit of service that is clearly in the Lynchburg water supply.Michelline is currently the Chief Programming Officer for the Academy Center of the Arts but also serves several other non-profits, including the Jubilee Family Development Center, the Poplar Forest's African American Advisory Group, the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, and the Lynchburg Museum System.Jawansa is the Creative Director of the University of Lynchburg and serves this region's Small Business Development Center as the Marketing & Branding Advisor.This episode takes a different path, one focused on their personal relationship. But as you will hear, it's clearly part of the secret sauce for being such an active, fabulous pair of contributions to the community.Enjoy the show!Michelline Hall on InstagramJawansa Hall on InstagramJawansa Hall WebsiteBlackwater BrandingAcademy Center of the ArtsLynchburg Region Small Business Development CenterThe Clifton Strengths Program that they use.Wikipedia Site for Virginia Intermont College, where they attended school.Jubilee Family Development CenterLynchburg Museum SystemVirginia Center for Inclusive CommunitiesPoplar Forest Website---------------❤️ If you believe inspiring stories like this can empower others to create meaningful lives and impact the world, join the Small Town Secret Sauce Patreon Community and become an ambassador for possibility.😊 Thanks for listening! Please be sure to follow the show and leave a review!

    59 min

  5. 2024-12-05

    Ep. 30 Marc Schewel, 4th Generation Family Furniture Retailer & Philanthropist

    My guest is Marc Schewel, whose family name is well-known in Lynchburg and other small to mid-markets across Virginia, North Carolina, and West Virginia, thanks to Schewel’s Home Furniture and its 50+ locations.This family business was founded in 1897, making it one of the oldest furniture retailers in the United States. It is currently owned and operated by Marc and his brother Jack, 4th generation Schewels, along with Marc’s son Matt, the 5th generation.The history of the Schewel family business has been well-documented locally, but that’s not why Marc was suggested as a guest for this show. Jill, a mutual friend and fan of the podcast, is well-connected in Lynchburg and felt that it was actually Marc’s story about his philanthropy and service to the community that was inspiring and worth highlighting. I could not agree more…And that’s why the bulk of this conversation focuses on the power of contributing to others with whatever means you can. Because you not only give, but you also receive, and in wonderful, unexpected ways.Enjoy the show!Schewels Home Funiture WebsiteSchewels Home Furniture on InstagramSchewels Home Furniture on FacebookBook Marc Mentions, "The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace: A Brilliant Young Who Left Newark for the Ivy League"---------------❤️ If you believe inspiring stories like this can empower others to create meaningful lives and impact the world, join the Small Town Secret Sauce Patreon Community and become an ambassador for possibility.😊 Thanks for listening! Please be sure to follow the show and leave a review!

    37 min

  6. 2024-11-14

    Ep. 29 Sue Ott Rowlands, President of Randolph College

    #29 Sue Ott Rowlands is the President of Randolph College, a small Liberal Arts school set on an idyllic campus in Lynchburg, VA.Since arriving in mid-2022, Sue has infused Randolph College with her generous, creative spirit, her passion for the liberal arts, and her love of collaboration and community.And for the 2024-25 academic year, enrollment has reached its highest level since 1969!!! This achievement has caught the attention of many prominent longtime Lynchburg locals and is a source of great pride for Sue and her incredible faculty and staff. I fell in love with Sue the first time we met. She is warm, welcoming, and super easy to talk to. Sue is also insatiably curious and super imaginative in how she approaches life, education, and her role as a leader.I can't wait for you to hear this wide-ranging and uplifting conversation that offers so many tangible takeaways - for navigating organizations, relationships, community, and continued personal growth.Enjoy the show!Randolph College's Website.Randolph College on Instagram.Randolph College on Facebook.Randolph College on YouTube.---------------If you believe inspiring stories like this can empower others to create meaningful lives and impact the world, join the Small Town Secret Sauce Patreon Community and become an ambassador for possibility.Thanks for listening! Please be sure to follow the show and leave a review!

    59 min

  7. 2024-10-31

    Ep. 28 Dr. James Coleman, a Life of Service to the Community

    #28 Dr. James Coleman wears many, many hats, but every single one of them shares the same fabric - service to his community.This man is a pure being of light who has been serving the fine folks of Lynchburg, VA, for over 3 decades. Dr. Coleman previously held the Chair and Vice Chair positions for Lynchburg's City School Board and served the Lynchburg Planning Commission.He has also played a key role in the local education systems, from Lynchburg's public schools to the Central Virginia Community College and now at the historic Virginia University of Lynchburg, where he holds the positions of Dean of the School of Religion, Faculty Chair, and Professor.And, yes, there's more...Dr. Coleman is also the Senior Pastor at Providence Transformation Church International (Baptist) since 2001. And with his "free time," he volunteers with SIX other organizations!On top of that, Dr. Coleman is running for Lynchburg's city council in this year's election.I invite you to listen to this deep, powerful, inspiring conversation.Enjoy the show!Dr. Coleman's 2024 City Council Candidacy WebsiteLynchburg 2024 Better Together WebsiteProvidence Transformation Church International Website---------------If you believe inspiring stories like this can empower others to create meaningful lives and impact the world, join the Small Town Secret Sauce Patreon Community and become an ambassador for possibility.Thanks for listening! Please be sure to follow the show and leave a review!

    44 min

  8. 2024-10-03

    Ep. 27 Elise Spontarelli, Executive Director of Vector Space

    #27 Elise Spontarelli is the Executive Director and co-founder of Vector Space - a non-profit makerspace and community workshop here in Lynchburg, VA, which she and her husband Adam founded back in 2015.A makerspace is quite literally a space in which you can make something. Or, as my tour guide Randy pointed out, at Vector Space, you can make almost anything!This 22,000 square foot shop is filled with every tool, machine, and gizmo a geek like me could ever dream of. Woodworking, blacksmithing, sewing, screen printing, pottery, and on and on and on...It...is...so...COOL!I invite you to enjoy this wide-ranging conversation, not only about Elise and Adam's backstory but also about the transformative power of making something with your hands, especially in today's disconnected digital world.We also discuss the importance of running a non-profit like a business and how to sustainably grow an organization by letting your customers and members help guide its path (in addition to creating something YOU love).Enjoy the show!Vector Space's WebsiteVector Space on InstagramVector Space on FacebookVector Space on YouTubeMake Magazine Founder Dale Dougherty on LinkedInDale Dougherty's Ted Talk "We Are Makers"Adam Savage Book "Every Tool's A Hammer"---------------If you believe that inspiring stories like this can empower others to create meaningful lives and impact the world, join the Small Town Secret Sauce Patreon Community and become an ambassador for possibility.Thanks for listening! Please be sure to follow the show and leave a review!

    1h 6m
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This show is all about empowering you to create the life you want in a small town. Join Barton Quigley as he explores the joys of living a simpler life while succeeding in your business or community organization and overcoming the unique challenges of a smaller population. With inspiring interviews and stories of entrepreneurial success, you will be motivated to take charge and thrive in your small town community. Subscribe and enjoy the show!

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