Create Together

Gensyn Design
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Gensyn Design's Create Together podcast, hosted by Steve Franks, features conversations with leaders and strategists.

Episodes

  1. JAN 22

    Episode 6 - Edwin Chow

    Edwin Chow is the cofounder of Summit City Climbing Gym - and so much more! Edwin is a serial entrepreneur, a military man, a runner, an Ironman athlete, and above all a relentless community advocate with a heart to bring people together. Listen to hear this great story!

    25 min

  2. JAN 5

    Episode 5 - Jacob Schpok

    Jacob Schpok is a partner at Indiana venture capital firm Elevate Ventures. Jacob holds deep experience in venture investing and economic development. He is a serial startup entrepreneur who also gives back in several board roles.

    39 min

  3. 12/04/2025

    Episode 4 - Mike Clem

    Mike Clem was named Sweetwater’s CEO / President in September of 2023. Since joining the company over 20 years ago, Mike has held several key leadership roles in E-Commerce and Marketing and has been instrumental in driving Sweetwater’s growth. Mike has over 25 years of experience in retail E-Commerce, which began in the earliest days of the Internet and includes many notable retail brands. He is recognized as an innovator, speaker, and mentor. A graduate of Purdue University, Mike is a lifelong musician who is passionate about the music industry. He’s a proud Fort Wayne native, and he is active in the community with his wife and their four children. In Mike's words, “Sweetwater was founded on doing the right thing, putting people over profits, and fostering long-term relationships built on trust. It’s what made Sweetwater what it is today and what it continues to be. My goal is to help us strive to connect with our customers on a deeper level. To connect with their passions and serve them with heart.”

    29 min

  4. 11/19/2025

    Episode 3 - John Niederman

    John Niederman is the Regional Director of the Fortitude Fund, a Fahe Fellow, and the long time leader of Pathfinder Services. John is a lifelong learner who loves to connect dots to create strategic innovation. He thrives on collaboration and building positive relationships with people.

    44 min

  5. 09/23/2025

    Episode 2 - Rena Shown

    This Create Together episode features a conversation with Rena Shown, Chief of Development & Strategic Partnerships at Turnstone Center for Children and Adults with Disabilities. Rena's application of a blend of leadership, strategy, and development to improve peoples' lives is very refreshing!

    36 min

  6. 08/21/2025

    Episode 1 - Evan Wood

    This Create Together episode features Evan Wood, Vice President People & Strategy at Fort Wayne Metals. Evan describes himself on LinkedIn as: Culture-Driven Strategy-Focused Results-Oriented Helping Organizations Scale Through People, Process & Purpose You will enjoy his fresh, thoughtful approach to leadership and strategy!

    28 min
  • 6 Episodes

About

Gensyn Design's Create Together podcast, hosted by Steve Franks, features conversations with leaders and strategists.

Information

  • Creator
    Gensyn Design
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Create Together