In this episode, we sit down with Nikki Geiszler from the Montana World Affairs Council to dive into her story, her background in anthropology, and the path that brought her to Montana. Nikki talks about her work expanding the Council beyond Mi...

In this episode, we sit down with Rick Brown, Director of the Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC), to explore the VR&E Self-Employment Track, a program offered by the SBA and VA through a memorandum of understanding. This track leverage...

In this episode, we sit down with Jim Markel, CEO of Red Oxx, to talk about building things that last, products, places, and relationships.Jim shares how growing up in a military family, serving as a parachute rigger, and watching his da...

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Heaton, Executive Director of Leadership Montana, to explore how the organization is shaping Montana’s future through leadership development.Kelly shares her journey to Montana and how her career p...

In this episode, we sit down with Cheryl and Robin of The Front Porch in Laurel. Two women who have been intentionally building a place for people to gather, create, and feel connected.What started as a small sign-making operation in a g...

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 acr...

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.<...

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 conservatio...

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 hor...

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 w...

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 jo...

 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...

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 includi...

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Flint, host of Montana Talks and one of the most recognized voices in Montana media. Aaron shares his Montana roots — from stuffing newspapers at his grandparents’ shop in Glasgow to leading a st...

 In this episode, we sit down with Wade Haesemeyer and Sam Steingraber, the co-founders of LUNE Marketing Studio, to talk about entrepreneurship, storytelling, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Their journey began with music a...

In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Amundson and Erika Purington to talk about the merger of Big Sky Senior Services and the Adult Resource Alliance of Yellowstone County—now united as Allies in Aging.Together, they bring ne...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Michael Sanderson, engineer and CEO, whose career has been shaped by family legacy, problem-solving, and intentional leadership. Michael shares his journey returning to the family business, starting at the b...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Christina Henderson, Executive Director of the Montana High Tech Business Alliance. Christina shares her journey from growing up in rural Iowa with community-minded parents to building a career that’s taken ...

In this episode, we sit down with Debbie Desjarlais, co-founder of Keya Advertising and an enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Chippewa, with Assiniboine roots from Fort Peck and Fort Belknap. Debbie shares her journey from early creative wo...

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Gregory, founder of Resilient Guides and a Wyoming-based business coach who helps mission-driven leaders grow without burning out. Ryan shares his journey from California to Wyoming, his experience buildin...

On this episode, we dive into Judi Powers’ journey from healthcare to hospitality — starting as a nurse, growing into an executive leadership role in major health systems, and eventually stepping into entrepreneurship at Montana Fly Fishing Lod...

On today’s Vault short we talk about the importance of your business name and things to consider when naming your business. We cover key considerations when naming your business—like clarity, memorability, brand alignment, and how y...

Join us as we sit down with Jen Rahr with Deer Creek Design Studio to talk about creativity, entrepreneurship, and growing a design business in Montana.Jen shares her journey fro...

Join us as we sit down with Matthew Weber, owner of Alpha Overhead Doors. He shares how stepping into his family’s garage door business—and eventually buying it—sparked a shift not just in ownership, but in purpose.We talk ab...

Join us as we sit down with Tyler Wiltgen, Executive Director with St. Vincent Regional Hospital Foundation to explore what it means to lead with purpose and serve with impact.Tyler shares how his small-town upbringing, early involvement...