The Vault at 201 N Broadway

Marcell Bruski
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A Montana based business podcast where we highlight the people and ideas driving our region forward.  The Vault at 201 N Broadway is the official business podcast of Big Sky Economic Development in Billings, Montana's City! 

  1. 2D AGO

    Cultivating Community: Insights from the MEDA Fall Conference

    In this episode of The Vault, host Marcell Bruski takes the podcast on the road to the Montana Economic Developers Association (MEDA) Fall Conference. Recorded live in Polson, she sat down with economic development leaders and partners from across the state, including Christy Cummings Dawson with Montana West Economic Development, Terra Burman with Eastern Plains Economic Development Corporation, Eric Seidensticker with Montana Business Assistance Connection, Wylie Phillips with Northern Rocky Mountain Economic Development District, Jolene Schalper with Great Falls Development Alliance, Sonya Scheetz with Langlas and Associates, Allison Corbyn with Montana Economic Developers Association, and Amanda Tonn with Cushing Terrell. Together, these conversations highlight the collaborative work driving Montana’s economic growth—sharing insights on community development, business expansion, workforce, and housing efforts across the state. This episode captures the energy, innovation, and connection that define economic development in Montana today. Connect with MEDA HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    1h 25m

  2. NOV 3

    Made in Montana: Paddy Fleming on Leadership, Legacy & Manufacturing

    In this episode, we sit down with Paddy Fleming, Director of the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center (MMEC). Paddy shares his journey from growing up in small-town Montana to leading manufacturing operations across North America and Europe. We talk about leadership, learning from others, and the experiences that shaped his career—from solving complex problems to managing teams and driving improvement. As Paddy puts it, “There’s something quite satisfying watching trucks roll out full of material that you made.” Today, through MMEC, he’s helping Montana manufacturers strengthen their businesses, innovate, and build the next generation of industry across the state. Learn more about MMEC HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    56 min

  3. OCT 27

    The Marketing Visionary: David Allen on NASCAR, Rodeo, and Montana’s Western Culture

    In this episode, we sit down with David Allen, General Manager of the NILE (Northern International Livestock Exposition) and veteran marketing executive whose career has shaped some of the biggest names in western sports, rodeo, and conservation. From his roots in Deadwood, South Dakota, to working alongside legends like Dale Earnhardt and Ty Murray, David shares stories from over 50 years in PRCA ProRodeo, Wrangler, NASCAR, PBR, and his tenure as CEO of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.  Now leading the NILE in Billings, he talks about the importance of preserving western heritage, strengthening agriculture, and what’s next for Montana’s western legacy. Connect with the NILE HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    1h 10m

  4. OCT 20

    Raising Legends: Toby Tooke and the Legacy of the Tooke Bucking Horses

    In this episode, host Marcell sits down with Toby Tooke—radio host, DJ, and social media manager at Tooke Bucking Horses—for a conversation close to home. Toby shares the remarkable legacy of his great-grandfather, Feek Tooke, the visionary horseman from Ekalaka, Montana, whose breeding program shaped nearly every bucking horse in modern rodeo. From growing up on the ranch to producing a documentary honoring Feek’s story, Toby talks about family, small-town roots, hard work, and carrying forward a legacy nearly a century in the making. Together, they reflect on pride in where you come from, the lessons learned on the prairie, and the enduring spirit behind the Tooke Bloodline—because, as Toby says, “If you ain’t proud of it, why the hell are you doing it?” Connect with Toby HERE. Connect with the Tooke Bucking Horses HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    1h 9m

  5. OCT 13

    Government Contracting Made Simple: How Montana APEX Accelerator Can Help Your Business

    In this episode we sit down with Montana APEX Accelerator team to learn how their program helps Montana businesses successfully navigate government contracting. We cover how to find opportunities, understand requirements, and pursue contracts with federal, state, and local agencies. Whether you’re selling directly to the government or subcontracting to prime contractors, the Montana APEX team provides personal, timely advice and practical tools to help your business grow. We discuss eligibility, the types of guidance available, and how their experience across public and private sectors gives businesses a leg up in the complex world of government contracting. Tune in to learn how Montana APEX Accelerator can help you access new markets and maximize your business potential. Connect with MT APEX HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    57 min

  6. OCT 6

    Bridging the Care Gap: Avanlee Christine on Building Avanlee Care

    In this episode, we sit down with Avanlee Christine, CEO and Founder of Avanlee Care, a female-founded healthcare tech company born in Montana and built to bridge the gap between health plans and caregiving families. Avanlee shares her journey from working in healthcare startups to taking the leap into entrepreneurship, navigating fundraising, product development, and the realities of building a tech company from the ground up. From finding the right co-founder and early investors, to balancing Montana roots with New York venture capital, she dives into the hustle, passion, and resilience it takes to bring a solution like Avanlee Care to life. We talk about the challenges facing caregivers across the country, the importance of role models and belief along the way, and how Avanlee Care today bridges the gap between health plans and caregiving families and redefining what it means to innovate for caregivers in Montana and beyond. Learn more about Avanlee Care HERE.  Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    1h 9m

  7. SEP 29

    Storytelling, Strategy, and PR with Blythe Beaubien

    In this episode, we sit down with Blythe Beaubien, Captain and Founder of Bigger Fish PR. Known for amplifying her clients’ stories, Blythe shares her own—from growing up in an entrepreneurial family in Chicago and California, to a triple major at Lehigh University, and her early start in sports PR with the Philadelphia 76ers. She reflects on lessons learned in long hours, tough transitions, and even a layoff that pushed her to start her own firm. Blythe talks about the power of hospitality in PR, building authentic relationships, and the importance of timing and consistency when it comes to opportunities. Today, through Bigger Fish, she helps clients like Lazy K Bar Whiskey, The Armory, and Dave’s Hot Chicken bring their stories to life across Montana and beyond. At the heart of it all, she believes Montana’s greatest story is its people—and that lasting brand impact comes from experiences that feel real, connected, and unforgettable. Connect with Blythe HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    57 min

  8. SEP 22

    Powering the Future: Insights from the Colstrip Energy Open

    In this special episode of The Vault, host Marcell Bruski and guest host, Paul Green take the podcast on the road for the very first time—recording live from the Colstrip Energy Open. We sat down with energy leaders and community voices including Grid United, the Montana Department of Commerce, Colstrip Mayor John Williams, Nick Pancheau of Collaborative Design Architects and BSED Board Chair, Molly Schwend with NorthWestern Energy, Jim Atchison with Southeastern Montana Development Corporation, and Christine King with Gateway for Acceleration in Nuclear (GAIN). Together, these conversations highlight Colstrip’s role as an energy hub, the opportunities and challenges in regional energy development, and what the future may hold for Montana’s energy landscape. This episode captures a variety of perspectives, bringing listeners closer to the dialogue shaping our state’s energy future. Check out the video version HERE! Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big Sky Economic Development.

    1h 7m
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A Montana based business podcast where we highlight the people and ideas driving our region forward.  The Vault at 201 N Broadway is the official business podcast of Big Sky Economic Development in Billings, Montana's City! 

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  • Creator
    Marcell Bruski
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    119
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Vault at 201 N Broadway
  • Show Website
    The Vault at 201 N Broadway