Part 2 with Nesnah Ventures' Cate Hollowitsch, Ted Talker

We continue our conversation with Cate Hollowitsch, the chief marker for Nesnah Ventures in La Crosse, discussing how her expertise became a challenge to do a TED Talk, focusing on the theme of self preservation. It’s a fascinating look behind the scenes of what it takes to get on the stage and spe…

From Kwik Trip Divesters to Business Investors: Nesnah Ventures' Cate Hollowitsch

Cate Hollowitsch, marketing chief for Nesnah Ventures in La Crosse, joins to talk about how Nesnah turned its sale of Kwik Trip shares, decades ago, into an acquisition and management company. Nesnah has more than 200 employees and a diverse portfolio of companies. It is constantly looking at growi…

"My dogs are barking today." Do not take your shoes off on an airplane, and more tips with Dan Markussen

Dan Markussen joins the show to talk about sitting next to "that guy" on an airplane. Markussen is a "million miler," a frequent flier, and we talk airline etiquette — taking your shoes off, reclining your seat, who gets the window and other "do's and don'ts."

Teaching life skills with the Coulee Region's Junior Achievement

Understanding debt, running a business, cell phone etiquette and even shaking hands — these are all skills needed to be successful in life. Junior Achievement of Wisconsin is teaching these skills in our schools with help from more than 120 volunteers.  Regional Director Susan Peterson joins to di…

Women-powered small business through Sister Circle with Stephanie Ross

From fitness to guiding small businesses, powered by women, Stephanie Ross, co-owner of Sister Circle, joins. Ross is an entrepreneur, community leader and a realtor. She and her sister, Cathryn, run Sister Circle, which helps guide and coach women small business owners. We explore Ross’ entreprene…

Jim Naleid: Coaching La Crosse area's largest employers & their upcoming events

Being vulnerable is opening doors for many of our local, largest business employers with Jim Naleid’s group Epic 21 — which stands for Executive Peers in Conference: 21st Century Leadership. In this episode, Jim talks about his journey from financial advising to a retirement career coaching this gr…

La Crosse's Shobi Zietlow: From rags to nationally recognized small business owner

Shobi Zietlow, owner of Referral Staffing Solutions, joins to share her journey of entrepreneurship — starting from humble origins to building her business. Zietlow discusses her upbringing, challenges in managing Referral Staffing, seeking professional development programs and her commitment to g…

Joe Ruskey: Defending your data with La Crosse's Dependable Solutions

Joe Ruskey, the owner of Dependable Solutions, an IT company, joins to discuss the latest protections you should have in place for your data. While you think it may not be vulnerable or valuable, imagine what you may have to pay if your photos, health information, or passwords get held hostage. Rus…

I&E Dance Studio's Michelle Malone

A high school passion for dance has turned into a career for West Salem native, Michelle Malone. When she figured out the marketing business she started wasn't enough, Malone opened I&E Dance Studio in La Crosse six months later. Now she's running both this studio where adults can get back into dan…

25 Years — that's a lot of (Pearl Street) beer with Joe Katchever

Joe Katchever, owner, brewmaster, and founder of Pearl Street Brewery in La Crosse joins, as they're about to celebrate 25 years in business with the Feb. 17 Winter Ball. We discuss Katchever's Pearl Street Brewery journey — from its inception in Colorado to the basement of the Bodega and now at it…