In this episode, Luke goes solo and discusses one of the most challenging parts of starting or running a business: team members. If you are running a business that involves staff aside from just yourself, you are going to find value in hearing ...

Pastor Steve Estep opens our conversation with a powerful challenge: "Find what you're passionate about, a need that needs to be met. Roll up your sleeves and get at it." This perfectly captures the spirit of community transformation that drive...

Sarah Hogan never imagined that pushing furniture aside in her living room and using tablecloths as backdrops would lead to a thriving 12-year photography business. Yet this humble beginning—where she borrowed back a camera she'd sold to her mo...

This week, the tables are turned and Luke is in the hot seat! This replay of the NextGen Strategies Podcast, features Luke as a guest, sharing his story and some lessons learned along the way about scaling a business and how to lead.Bef...

Sidney Series #3: In this episode, Luke Henry sits down with Niki Woodruff, owner of Greenhaus Coffee, to explore her entrepreneurial journey.Niki's path wasn't a straight line – it meandered from furniture flipping to plant retail befo...

Andrew Bowsher embodies the fascinating intersection of public service and entrepreneurial spirit that's helping transform Sidney, Ohio. During a conversation held in his stunning Austeria Wine Boutique, with its exposed brick walls and careful...

As a fourth-generation farmer with a background in agricultural and commercial banking, Seth recognized downtown Sidney’s potential when few others did. Starting in 2015, he began acquiring vacant buildings one by one, learning the complex worl...

Are you curious about how small towns can thrive again? Join us for this enlightening conversation as Luke Henry welcomes Andy Warnock to the Main Street Reimagined podcast, where they unfold fascinating stories of community building and revita...

This episode shines a light on the transformative efforts of Downtown Marion Inc, currently being led by Executive Director Allen Wilson and Board President Cheryl Wickersham. They share how the organization serves to inform and unite downtown ...

In this week’s episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Edgework Creative, a custom fabrication shop based in Columbus, Ohio that specializes in unique furniture and architectural pieces for both residential and commercial clients nationwid...

Have you ever thought of turning your hobby into a business? Join us as we unlock the journey of Candice DeWitt, the owner of Stitch and Skein, whose passion for fiber arts led her to create a beloved yarn shop in the heart of downtown Marion. ...

From the back hills of West Virginia to the vibrant streets of Marion, Ohio, Lois Fisher has been a driving force in downtown revitalization. Luke calls her the "Matriarch of Marion". Lois has an extraordinary story that begins with her origins...

Brad Winner, a seasoned entrepreneur literally raised in the food and beverage industry, joins us on the Main Street Reimagined podcast to share his journey from growing up in a family-run grocery and restaurant business to transforming a small...

In this episode, Luke recaps the first season of the Main Street Reimagined Podcast with discussion around the major themes and takeaways from the first 24 episodes! He not only touches on some of the stories shared by our guests, but also boil...

What happens when a college professor trades the classroom for the world of insurance? Join us as we sit down with Katie Grimes, owner of Shamrock Insurance Agency in Marion, Ohio, who did just that. Katie shares her unique journey from academi...

Heidi Jones, President of the Marion Area Chamber of Commerce, joins us on this episode to unravel the intricacies of leading the community business hub. As she dispels myths about the Chamber, Heidi outlines its mission of advocacy, engagement...

What does it take to transform a historic building into a vibrant cocktail lounge that tells a story with every sip? Join us on the Main Street Reimagined Podcast as we explore this journey with the creative minds behind Fable Bar & Co, Lil...

Ever wondered what it takes to leave a stable banking career to chase your culinary dreams? Join us as Leiha Lamb, the visionary behind The Nest and Yellow Finch Creations, shares her fascinating journey. Leiha’s story is one of courage and cre...

The 20th episode of the Main Street Reimagined Podcast features our most popular guest, Lindsey Henry, the innovative mind behind Lulu's Toy Co. and Luke’s amazing wife. Luke and Lindsey share insights on navigating economic uncertainties in th...

Join Luke Henry for a solo episode where he tells a story about his experience in a quaint Minnesota town, where the stark difference between the lively downtown and the surrounding commercial sprawl became a call to action. This episode of the...

Ever wondered how a leap from the corporate world can lead to a flourishing small-town business? Meet Beth Fox, one of Downtown Marion’s newest business owners, who traded her career at Mac Tools for the charm of Foxglove Hollow Home Decor. Dis...

Listen in on the story of how a law enforcement veteran turns city leader, whose vision for Marion is reshaping the status quo through innovative public-private partnerships. Mayor Collins shares how he is looking to ignite change in Marion, em...

What happens when two determined ladies take the leap to chase their entrepreneurial dreams? Jamie Riffe and Abigail Jordan, the mother-daughter duo from The Remnant Tea & Coffee, share their story of turning a simple coffee shop into a com...

Emilee Irey, the inspiring owner of Irey Dance Academy, shares her whirlwind journey over the last few years from dancer, to wife, to mom, to business owner. Once a dancer and instructor at the Edye Cook School of Dance, Emilee took a bold leap...

Meet Mike Zucker, a cornerstone of the Marion community who seamlessly transitioned from running Zucker Insurance Agency to founding Mike's Deli on Main. In this episode, Mike takes us through his adventurous career, reflecting on his time in t...