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Bootstraps & Business
From business owners just starting out to corporate leaders and everyone in-between, get ready to be inspired by DMG’s Bootstraps & Business podcast. Hosts Stephen Hodges and Savannah Jones speak with business professionals from across the country and across industries, discussing their stories and triumphs and the challenges they’ve faced and overcome.
We’ll talk business growth, strategy, marketing, and more. With tips and advice from the experts, you’ll be well on your way to taking your business to the next level.
Episode 32: It Is Time for Change and Accountability in Our Schools | Amy Nichols | Successful Business Owner
At 13 years old, Amy Nichols learned the meaning of “working hard” in the fishing industry. Her solid work ethic...
Episode 31: Growing Successful Restaurants | Mark Setterington | Co-founder, CEO, Island Fin Poke
Mark Setterington has spent his entire career in the restaurant industry managing some of the most recognizable brands...
Episode 30: A Run for Oregon Governor | Christine Drazan | Republican Candidate 2022
Former Republican congresswoman and House Minority Leader Christine Drazan says she is ready to fight for the future...
Episode 29: He Started His First Business at 10 Years Old | Dakota Guild | President, Guild Golf Carts
It started with one golf cart. Dakota and his sister, Demi, wanted an easier alternative to carrying the trash down...
Episode 28: A Run for Oregon Governor | Betsy Johnson | Gubernatorial Candidate 2022
Former Democratic congresswoman and senator Betsy Johnson is trying to do something no other woman in American history...
Episode 27: From NBA Sportscaster to Entrepreneur | Mike Barrett | Owner X Golf/Podcaster Part 2
One of the most prominent faces and voices in Northwest sports media, Mike Barrett gives an insider’s view of the...
Episode 26: From NBA Sportscaster to Entrepreneur | Mike Barrett | Owner X Golf/Podcaster – Part 1
Former NBA sportscaster Mike Barrett recalls his early days calling plays at high school basketball games, jumping...
Episode 25: Developing Leadership | Jeff Johnson | Industrial and Organizational Psychologist
Whether you are part of a start-up or a large company, your leadership team plays a key role in maximizing your...
Episode 24: Political Overview of May 2022 Primaries | Jason Atkinson | Former Oregon Senator | Business Leader
Jason Atkinson has been a public servant for over 30 years. He has served as both Oregon senator and a member of the...
Episode 23: A Run for Oregon Governor | Tina Kotek | Democratic Candidate 2022
Democrat and former House Speaker Tina Kotek is running for Governor of Oregon and wants to continue to build a future...
Episode 22: A Run for Oregon Governor | Marc Thielman | Republican Candidate 2022
Republican gubernatorial candidate Marc Thielman is ready to fight against agenda-driven policies and politics as...
Episode 21: A Run for Oregon Governor | Tobias Read | Democratic Candidate 2022
Oregon’s state treasurer, Tobias Read, is running in the May 17th Democratic primary for governor of Oregon. He shares...
Episode 20: Conquer Your Career Transition Obstacles | Dave McDonald | Executive Director, Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp
Are you are going through a voluntary or involuntary career change? If so, you will want to hear how Dave McDonald...
Episode 19: A Run for Oregon Governor | Bridget Barton | Republican Candidate 2022
Bridget Barton, republican outsider candidate for Oregon governor, has been a conservative writer and trusted advisor...
Episode 18: DIY Social Media and Finding Your Voice Online | Brandy Henry | Owner, Brandy Henry Consulting
If you’re going to post to social media, you must engage. What does that mean? How can you engage without spending...
Episode 17: Connect the Dots & Find Your Dream Job | Mac Prichard | Owner, Prichard Communications & Mac’s List
Are you ready to find rewarding, creative, and meaningful work? Are you an organization trying to establish goals and...
Episode 16: Product Innovation, Creation, & Launch | Kyle Patterson | Consultant, Innovator & Inventor, Red Kape
Kyle spent most of his career immersed in product innovation and strategy, traveling the world to develop partnerships...
Episode 15: DSPs and Programmatic Advertising Explained Here | John Ferraro | Sr. Dir. Business Dev., TTD
If you’re considering a marketing plan and want to know how you can effectively utilize DSPs, SSPs, or ad exchanges to...
Episode 14: Helping Little Guys Become Big-Name Brands | John Furgurson | Owner, BN Branding
John takes a right-brain/left-brain approach to turning your brand story into your successful brand strategy. Starting...
Episode 13: Innovator, Leader, Marketer, and More | Ric Militi | CEO & Executive Creative Director, InnoVision
Ric has more than 30 years as a cutting-edge marketer and has been part of the team(s) that have developed successful...
Episode 12: Navigate the Chaotic Changes of College Athletes Profiting From Name, Image & Likeness | Part 2 of 5
Allison Talamantez and Heather Riccobono share their marketing/influencer experience to assist students, parents,...
Episode 11: With the NCAA’s New Compensation Rules, College Athletes Must Up Their Marketing Game | Part 1 of 5
Allison Talamantez and Heather Riccobono—with a combined 24 years in the marketing/influencer space—discuss the...
Episode 10: Evolution Is Necessary to Stay Competitive | Bob Nippert, Owner, US Metal Works, Timberline Meat
Bob has been able to maintain his salt-of-the-earth core company values, including integrity, teamwork, communication,...
Episode 9: Enrich Consumer Experiences with Marketing Automation | David Eldred, Chief Exp Officer, Solarity CU
David walks you through the ins and outs of marketing automation and why it’s a useful tool to add to your marketing...
Episode 8: How Not to Go Broke … Making Wine! | John Derthick, Owner, Lujon Wine Cellars
John has always had an interest in wine and started out making small amounts in his apartment for personal...
Episode 7: Motion Creates Opportunity! | Bob Harding, President & COO, Pacific West Bank
Everyone starts somewhere. Bob started in the banking services industry as a bank teller, where he applied a...
Episode 6: Get Your Backstage Pass to Radio Promotion | Annie Brooks, Record Promoter, Triple Tigers Records
Go backstage and behind the scenes to find out what the radio and music industries are really like. A “not-so-good”...
Episode 5: Adversity Can Be a Good Thing! | James Kelley, PhD, Author, Podcaster, CEO, & Founder of Qchange
Dr. James Kelley knows all about the proverbial “fork in the road” and making choices. With the right choice, you sail...
Episode 4: Ready or Not, Here Comes Change! Gregg LeBlanc, Marketing Manager, Houston’s
Gregg has solid and sage advice on navigating the challenges of reinvention and transition professionally and in the...
Episode 3: Great things never come from comfort zones… Erin Hubert
By constantly reevaluating her professional “shelf-life” and acknowledging her fondness for change, Erin has managed...
Episode 2: It is Never Too early (or late) to Reevaluate your Marketing Strategy with Liz Dick, Sales & Marketing Director with TigerStop
Find out how working in a garage to find a solution to reading a tape measure grew into an Automation &...
Episode 1: A Deep Dive Into the World of Advertising, Marketing & Media Planning with Fred Eckrosh of Eckrosh Marketing
Having worked with a multitude of local & national brands including McDonalds & ZoomCare, Fred shares his...