Commonwealth Connections

Dawson Fields
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Commonwealth connections is a podcast highlighting local leaders and entrepreneurs. We want to spotlight their stories, business and leadership impact in the commonwealth. 

  1. Aug 25

    S3E2 - Jonathan Pliszka, Owner of High Knoll Wealth Advisors

    Send us Fan Mail Jonny Pliszka, founder at High Knoll Wealth Advisors and lecturer at the University of Kentucky, shares how a corporate career in finance evolved into a purpose-driven business built around financial literacy, behavioral coaching, and intentional growth. He also talks about what makes Lexington special, why the firm’s mural became part of its identity, and how AI is changing both financial advice and human connection. You can connect with Jonny and High Knoll at their website: https://www.highknollwealth.com/ To connect with Dawson you can reach him at: Dawson@novainsurancegroup.com

  2. Aug 11

    S3E1 - Steve Straub, Co-Owner of Nova Insurance Group

    Send us Fan Mail Steve Straub jumps into the studio to share his experience entering entrepreneurship not through starting his own business, but how his experience uniquely positioned him to be able to acquire and merge to hit the ground running joining Nova Insurance Group alongside host Dawson Fields. In this episode, Steve shares his unconventional career path—30 jobs from parole officer to defense contractor, from a shoe shiner to a military export specialist—all of which taught him vital lessons about service, resilience, and adaptability. His experience navigating a 50-hour travel odyssey for a job interview reminds you that perseverance and creativity unlock opportunities others only dream of.  In this Episode: How early jobs like shoe shining and caddying built foundational sales and service skills that still drive him today  The behind-the-scenes story of jumping from corporate America into insurance and what it takes to succeed on your own terms  Why embracing chaos and variety keeps his work fresh, exciting, and filled with growth.  The importance of loving people through insurance—not just selling policies but delivering impact  To connect with Steve you can reach him at: Steve@novainsurancegroup.com To connect with Dawson you can reach him at: Dawson@novainsurancegroup.com

  3. 08/14/2025

    S2E13 - Mandy Higgins, Lexington History Museum

    Send us Fan Mail This week we got to interview Mandy Higgins from the Lexington History Museum. After being closed for over a decade. The Lexington History Museum reopened in August 2023. Mandy comes on to share about getting it reopened along with everything they have there showcasing the rich history of Lexington, Kentucky. https://www.lexhistory.org/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsurancegroup.com or culverscky@gmail.com

  4. 06/12/2025

    S2E12 - Chase Collins, Co-Founder of Village Reach

    Send us Fan Mail Chase Collins comes on to tell us about Co-Founding Village Reach and they're mission as well as the work involved in running a non-profit.  You can check out more on their website: https://www.villagereach.world/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsurancegroup.com or culverscky@gmail.com

  5. 05/21/2025

    S2E11 - Reece Mateyoke, Owner of Thoroughbred Turf

    Send us Fan Mail Reece Mateyoke comes on to share his experience running Thoroughbred Turf. Based out of Lexington, KY. Thoroughbred Turf services equine farms and commercial properties with everything landscape maintenance to snow removal. You can check out their website at: https://www.thoroughbred-turf.com/ Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsurancegroup.com or culverscky@gmail.com

  6. 03/06/2025

    S2E10 - Emily Johnson, Recovery Room

    Send us Fan Mail Emily Johnson is the owner of Recovery Room in Lexington, KY. She comes on to share how she got involved with starting her own Health and Wellness Recovery Room. With services including Cold Plunge, Infrared Sauna, Contrast Therapy, Red Light Therapy, Compression Therapy, Cryotherapy, and more. Recovery room is your full body recovery services all in one place. You can check out their website at: https://recoveryroomlex.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA5pq-BhBuEiwAvkzVZaK_K4KVG53Ff-gbCKk-J-5HDxImr_W04Mx82fFkme8Z-s-H7ZuifxoCnq8QAvD_BwE Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsurancegroup.com or culverscky@gmail.com

  7. 02/27/2025

    The Meaningful Minute #11

    Send us Fan Mail The Meaningful Minute is brought to us by our friends at Horizon Performance.

  8. 02/20/2025

    S2E9 - Colllins Youngblood, Owner of LeanFeast Lexington

    Send us Fan Mail Today's episode we are joined by Collins Youngblood. Owner of Leanfeast in Lexington, KY. He comes on to share his story and how he went from stardom of the Bachelor to jumping into entrepreneurship in Lexington. Commonwealth Connections is hosted by Weston Wilson and Dawson Fields. To connect with hosts of the show, email dawson@novainsurancegroup.com or culverscky@gmail.com

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Commonwealth connections is a podcast highlighting local leaders and entrepreneurs. We want to spotlight their stories, business and leadership impact in the commonwealth. 

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  • Creator
    Dawson Fields
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Commonwealth Connections
  • Show Website
    Commonwealth Connections

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