Rochester Rising Podcast

Rochester Rising
  • 4.9 (14)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Bimonthly

Amplifying stories of Rochester, MN entrepreneurs through original, insightful content.

  1. Apr 29

    Rochester Rising Episode 333: Denise Frey of 4Youth LLC

    Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Denise Frey, of 4Youth LLC, a professional drug prevention program. If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. Learn more about 4Youth LLC. Donate

  2. Mar 18

    Rochester Rising Podcast Episode 332: Dara Kautx of Socius Design Shop & Lifestyle Boutique

    Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Dara Kautz, owner of Socius Design Shop & Lifestyle Boutique. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. Learn more about Socius Design Shop & Lifestyle Boutique. Donate

  3. Feb 18

    Rochester Rising Podcast Episodes 331: Ginger and Kennis Knapp of Ama La Vita

    Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Ginger and Kennis Knapp,  who own and run a local boutique, Ama La Vita. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. Learn more about Ama La Vita. Donate

  4. 11/26/2025

    Episode 330: Grassroots Growth Observations with Amanda Leightner

    Episode 330: Grassroots Growth Observations with Amanda Leightner Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local business owners and insights into our local entrepreneurial ecosystem! Today on the podcast we’re chatting with our Executive Director,  Amanda Leightner, about the key observations from our Grassroots Growth - Entrepreneurship in Uncertain Times event in October of this year. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. You can read the full Grassroots Growth: Entrepreneurship in Uncertain Times Learning Report here. Donate

  5. 11/12/2025

    Rochester Rising Podcast Episode 329: Becky Montpetit of Rochester Local

    Collider is passionate about sharing the stories of local entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today we chat with Becky Montpetit,  owner of Rochester Local - a blog featuring content on everything from locally-focused resources and guides to parenting, parks, camps, schools, product reviews, local activities, events round-ups, and more. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. Learn more about Rochester Local. Donate

  6. 10/15/2025

    Rochester Rising Podcast Episode 328: Donna Unseth of Unseth Woodwork

    Next in the series we’re chatting with CO.STARTERS graduate Donna Unseth about her business, Unseth Woodwork. If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. You can check out Donna’s work on her Instagram or Facebook pages. Donate

  7. 09/24/2025

    Rochester Rising Podcast Episode 327: Molly Althoff

    Next in the series we’re chatting with Molly Althoff, an abstract artist who utilizes a variety of mediums to create bold, colorful pieces evoking curiosity and imaginative play. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. You can check out Molly’s art on her Instagram page @molly.althoff or in person at Threshold Arts. She will additionally have art on display at 125 LIVE in October. Donate

  8. 09/10/2025

    Rochester Rising Podcast Episode 326: Devon Hugdahl of Permanent Press

    Next in the series we’re chatting with Devon Hugdahl about his screen printed poster business, Permanent Press . Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider’s efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey. Permanent Press Donate

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