Growing Destinations Experience Rochester
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Focused on destination development and a wide range of topics including tourism, entertainment, hospitality, retail, entrepreneurism, economic development and more. Conversations are engaging and relatable. Hosted by Bill Von Bank. Presented by Experience Rochester Minnesota.
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Food Truck Success with Jersey Jo’s and Infuzn Foods
Food Trucks are not new concepts, but they are growing in popularity and variety. Two culinary professionals share their entrepreneurial journey in the food industry, which has evolved into Food Trucks. Joseph Phillips is owner and operator of Jersey Jo’s, serving authentic cheese steak sandwiches in Rochester, MN and Chandu Valluri is a partner with Pine Island, MN based Infuzn Foods, delivering the fresh taste of Indian inspired cuisine to your doorstep. They have become collaborators and good friends and discuss the rewarding experience of adding Food Trucks to their businesses.
Jersey Jo's
Infuzn Foods
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Building the Future: Navigating Growth in Rochester, Minnesota
Pat Sexton is Executive Director of the Rochester Area Builder’s Association in Rochester, Minnesota. The Association is focused solely on construction and advocates for the highest level of professionalism in the building industry. As Rochester braces for a decade of transformative growth, with Mayo Clinic’s Bold. Forward. Unbound. initiative, Pat acknowledges the inevitability of obstacles along the way, including the need for more skilled workers. Yet, his optimism remains unwavering, rooted in the belief that patience and perseverance will pave the way for a brighter future. At the heart of Pat's mission lies a singular ambition: to foster the expansion of housing in Rochester.
Rochester Area Builders Association
Bold. Forward. Unbound.
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Realia by Jen: Crafting Success with Jen Scheffler-Johnson
Fifteen years ago, amidst the challenges of a divorce, Jen Scheffler-Johnson ignited her passion for creativity by founding her jewelry business, Realia by Jen. Despite the disruption of a global pandemic, Jen's business is flourishing. With an eye for innovation, she has sculpted distinctive jewelry lines and captivating art pieces. Jen's unwavering fascination with the dynamic world of retail fuels her aspirations, which someday may include her own storefront.
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The Musical Journey of Clay Fulton & The Lost Forty
Clay Fulton is the frontman for the Rochester, Minnesota band, Clay Fulton & The Lost Forty. After selling his family restaurant in 2020, Clay embarked on a musical journey amidst the challenges of a global pandemic. His band tours throughout the Midwest, and last year performed at the coveted SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas. Drawing inspiration from folk traditions and the timeless craft of songwriting, Clay is currently working on his eagerly-awaited third album.
Clay Fulton & The Lost Forty
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Award-winning storytelling with Rochester Magazine’s Steve Lange
In college, Steve Lange aspired to become a sailboat designer, but his passion for writing and editing steered him onto a different course. For nearly 25 years, he has served as editor of Rochester Magazine, a monthly lifestyle publication known for its award-winning storytelling in Rochester, Minnesota. The magazine has longevity and is celebrating 25 years in print. Steve proudly guides a dedicated team, crafting compelling narratives that resonate with their audience.
Rochester Magazine
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Rochester, Minnesota’s Soccer Evolution
Some recent soccer news in Rochester, Minnesota has generated excitement. Rochester Football Club’s (FC) acquisition of Med City FC marks a pivotal moment, enhancing the regional soccer landscape and offering a clearer developmental pathway for players. This strategic move consolidates top-tier soccer within a unified club, promising heightened opportunities for talent growth. In a prior episode of the Growing Destinations podcast, the visionary founders of Rochester FC, Muharem Dedic (Mo) and Midhat Mujic (Mido), shared their inspiring journeys from Bosnia to Rochester and explored the strategic reasoning behind their partnership with the United Soccer League.
Rochester FC
Experience Rochester, MN