Building Loved Businesses
Building Loved Businesses is the podcast for small and medium-sized business leaders who want to build a company their employees are proud to work for, their customers rave about, and they love leading. Hosted by Nathan Schock, each episode features a conversation with an under-the-radar business owner who has built a thriving culture, crafted remarkable customer experiences, and is growing with purpose. If you’re ready to grow with fewer growing pains, this podcast is your blueprint.
Episodes
32 episodes
Baking Dreams: The Story of Little Sweets Cake Design
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Addie Corby, the founder of Little Sweets Cake Design. Addie shares her journey from being a high school art teacher to starting her own custom cake business. She discusses ...
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46:02
Human Connection as Your Strategy
I was recently featured on the Master Connector podcast with hosts Steve Spiro and Rob Giovannini. During our conversation, we explored the critical role of human connection in business—especially in a digital age where automatio...
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32:09
The Healing Power of Music Therapy
In this episode, Nathan Schock interviews Misty Dais, the owner of Quad Cities Music Therapy, who shares her journey of integrating music therapy into her community. Misty discusses the therapeutic benefits of music, her business's growth, the ...
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The Transformative Power of Mentorship
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, host Nathan Schock engages with Jay Justin and Lynsey Engels, leaders from the Quad Cities, to discuss the transformative power of mentorship and community engagement. They explore how organizations...
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44:15
Building a Yoga Studio Through Community
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Dassah Skelton, the owner of Intuitive Peace Yoga Studio. Dassah shares her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the importance of starting small, the role of mentorship, a...
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34:08
The Journey of a Dog Grooming Entrepreneur
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Melissa, the owner of Terry's Pet Styling School, a successful dog grooming business and training school. Melissa shares her journey from working in factories to becoming a ...
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Building More Than Houses
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, host Nathan Schock speaks with Caitlin and Seth Woods, co-owners of Woods Construction, about their journey in the construction industry. They share their beginnings, the growth of their business, a...
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Building a legacy on persistence and talent
In this episode, Nathan Schock interviews Joe Slavens, who shares the remarkable journey of his family's multi-generational business in banking and beyond. From his grandfather's persistence during the Great Depression to the family's strategic...
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45:55
Building a Legacy in Insurance
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Larry Thein, president and franchise owner of Goosehead Insurance. Larry shares his journey of starting from scratch twice in the insurance industry, discussing the grow...
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32:47
From hobby to business with Wezz De La Rosa
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, host Nathan Schock interviews Wes De La Rosa, a photographer and videographer who shares his journey from a casual interest in photography to running a successful business. Wes discusses the importa...
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28:52
How a focus on culture doubled revenue at Two Men and a Truck
In this conversation, Jeremy LaCamera discusses the journey of achieving significant revenue milestones within his franchise, reflecting on past successes and setting ambitious goals for the future. He shares insights on the importance of pushi...
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35:40
Hiring for Heart, Serving with Purpose: Inside Matt Fitzpatrick’s Customer-First Culture
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, I sit down with Matt Fitzpatrick, State Farm agent, former basketball coach, and someone whose journey to business ownership is anything but ordinary. Matt opens up about leaving a stable c...
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More Than Pastries: How Queen City Bakery Became a Community
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, I sit down with Mitch Jackson, co-founder of Queen City Bakery in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Mitch shares how a chance discovery of the “Queen City” nickname inspired th...
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35:32
From Cattle Farm to Hot Tub Empire
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Vince Wuebker, CEO of Hot Springs Spas, who shares his inspiring journey from a cattle farm to leading a successful hot tub business. Vince discusses the importance of netwo...
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Building a Loved Business: The JJ's Journey
In this episode, Tom Slattery, CEO of JJ's, shares the journey of his business from its humble beginnings as a mom-and-pop shop to a multifaceted adult beverage retailer and event services company. He discusses the importance of customer experi...
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58:28
Building Relationships in Business
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Josh Farley, Vice President of Kilowatt Electric, a company with over 40 years of history in Rapid City, South Dakota. Josh shares his journey from a small-town upbringing i...
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34:31
Building Atlas Gutter Co.: Turning Passion into a Thriving Business
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock sits down with Branden Hiles, founder and owner of Atlas Gutter Co., to explore his inspiring journey from side hustle to successful home services business...
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Creating Experiences People Love: Lessons from the Washington Pavilion
In this conversation, Darrin Smith, CEO of the Washington Pavilion, discusses the unique blend of arts and sciences at the Pavilion, his journey in transforming its culture, and the importance of focusing on guest experience. He shares insights...
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41:37
Why Shawn Chose Fargo and Built a Business Instead of Becoming a Chiropractor
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, host Nathan Schock interviews Shawn Weyer, founder of Weyer Companies, a drywall and painting business. Shawn shares his journey from starting in the trades with his father to making a pivotal decis...
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46:26
A Storytelling Masterclass from Tellwell Story Co.
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Max Kringen, founder of Tellwell, a creative studio focused on storytelling for brands and nonprofits. Max shares the origin of Tellwell, the shift from traditional marketin...
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42:56
Balancing Growth, Culture, and Legacy in a Small Business
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Lyle Blount, owner of Discount Blinds, a family business rooted in the window covering industry. Lyle shares his journey from taking over the family business to innovating w...
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Taking the Risk to Do Your Own Thing
In this episode, Nathan Schock interviews Pierce Lohman, founder of Lowman Earthworks, who shares his journey from mowing lawns as a teenager to running a successful landscaping business with 17 employees. Pierce discusses the challenges and de...
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Balancing Creativity and Structure in Media
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Brent Latten, founder and creative director of Young Pros Entertainment (YPE). Brent shares his journey from early influences in media and music to establishing a multifacet...
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39:51
The Mindset Shift that helped Dr. Travis Howell Build a Loved Chiropractic Business
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Dr. Travis Howell, founder of Howell Chiropractic. Dr. Howell shares his journey from a career in IT to becoming a chiropractor, the challenges he faced in a crowded market,...
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43:34
The Legacy of Neckers Jewelers: A Family Business Story
In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Dave Necker, the third owner of Neckers Jewelers, a family business with a rich history dating back to 1893. Dave shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of running...
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