Chip Rogers, former CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association, discusses his new role with Ervin Graves and with Job Creators Network.  He talks about the importance of state policies in creating a business-friendly environment. He emphasizes the need for leaders who focus on creating opportunities for small businesses and the negative impact of divisive politics. Rogers also highlights the role of technology and the gig economy in the growth of small businesses. He urges small business owners to get involved in advocating for policies that support their success. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more info check out JobCreatorsNetwork.com

Chip Rogers, former CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association, discusses his new role with Ervin Graves and with Job Creators Network.  He talks about the importance of state policies in creating a business-friendly environment. He emphasizes the need for leaders who focus on creating opportunities for small businesses and the negative impact of divisive politics. Rogers also highlights the role of technology and the gig economy in the growth of small businesses. He urges small business owners to get involved in advocating for policies that support their success. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday &amp; Friday. For more info check out JobCreatorsNetwork.com

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

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Chip Rogers, former CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association, discusses his new role with Ervin Graves and with Job Creators Network.  He talks about the importance of state policies in creating a business-friendly environment.

The Importance of Leadership in Supporting Small Businesses with Chip Rogers

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Chuck Barnum, Chief Marketing Officer of Freedom Chamber, to discuss how the organization is empowering America’s small businesses through advocacy, networking, and innovative healthcare solutions. Chuck explains the launch of the Freedom Chamber, including its new Health Guardianship Plan designed to give entrepreneurs and their employees more affordable, flexible healthcare options.

They also explore how current legislation and regulatory pressures impact small business owners, why transparency and trust are critical in today’s economy, and how a pro-American business network can help level the playing field against corporate and government overreach. From navigating healthcare choices to building a resilient business community, this conversation delivers practical insights for anyone invested in the future of Main Street. 

Learn more about Freedom Chamber | https://freedomchamber.net/

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Chuck Barnum, Chief Marketing Officer of Freedom Chamber, to discuss how the organization is empowering America&rsquo;s small businesses through advocacy, networking, and innovative healthcare solutions. Chuck explains the launch of the Freedom Chamber, including its new Health Guardianship Plan designed to give entrepreneurs and their employees more affordable, flexible healthcare options.
They also explore how current legislation and regulatory pressures impact small business owners, why transparency and trust are critical in today&rsquo;s economy, and how a pro-American business network can help level the playing field against corporate and government overreach. From navigating healthcare choices to building a resilient business community, this conversation delivers practical insights for anyone invested in the future of Main Street.&nbsp;
Learn more about Freedom Chamber | https://freedomchamber.net/

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Chuck Barnum, Chief Marketing Officer of Freedom Chamber, to discuss how the organization is empowering America’s small businesses through advocacy, networking, and innovative healthcare solutions.

How Freedom Chamber Is Fighting for Small Businesses & Affordable Healthcare

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In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker is joined by journalist and author Dennis Kneale for a wide-ranging discussion on the economic and social crises unfolding in New York City and Oregon. They examine how progressive policies, high taxes, and burdensome regulations are impacting small businesses, fueling homelessness, and driving residents out of major cities.

The conversation explores the deeper ideological divide between individualism and collectivism, the role of education in shaping political beliefs, and what critics call a failure of leadership to confront reality. Kneale also previews insights from his forthcoming book, Ore-Goners, drawing striking parallels between Oregon’s trajectory and the potential future of New York City if current policies continue.

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker is joined by journalist and author Dennis Kneale for a wide-ranging discussion on the economic and social crises unfolding in New York City and Oregon. They examine how progressive policies, high taxes, and burdensome regulations are impacting small businesses, fueling homelessness, and driving residents out of major cities.
The conversation explores the deeper ideological divide between individualism and collectivism, the role of education in shaping political beliefs, and what critics call a failure of leadership to confront reality. Kneale also previews insights from his forthcoming book, Ore-Goners, drawing striking parallels between Oregon&rsquo;s trajectory and the potential future of New York City if current policies continue.

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker is joined by journalist and author Dennis Kneale for a wide-ranging discussion on the economic and social crises unfolding in New York City and Oregon.

How Progressive Policies Are Driving New York & Oregon Into Crisis

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In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Brian Reisinger to examine how U.S. trade policies are impacting family farmers across the country. They break down the long-term effects of NAFTA, the reality of modern trade barriers, and why many farmers are “land rich, cash poor” despite owning valuable property. Reisinger explains why one-size-fits-all trade agreements often leave small and mid-sized farms behind, and what smarter, targeted trade policies could do to protect food security, strengthen rural economies, and preserve economic diversity in American agriculture.

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Brian Reisinger to examine how U.S. trade policies are impacting family farmers across the country. They break down the long-term effects of NAFTA, the reality of modern trade barriers, and why many farmers are &ldquo;land rich, cash poor&rdquo; despite owning valuable property. Reisinger explains why one-size-fits-all trade agreements often leave small and mid-sized farms behind, and what smarter, targeted trade policies could do to protect food security, strengthen rural economies, and preserve economic diversity in American agriculture.

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Brian Reisinger to examine how U.S. trade policies are impacting family farmers across the country.

How Trade Policy Is Hurting Family Farmers with Brian Reisinger

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The Importance of Leadership in Supporting Small Businesses with Chip Rogers

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