Episodes

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April 13, 2020

A Blueprint for Business Longevity

For 41 years, Willie Edwards owned and operated Willie's Carwash, on the east side of Warren, Ohio. Before taking the solo entrepreneurial leap-of-faith, leaving his job, ending a partnership, and overcoming the fear of uncertainty would be the first obstacles to overcome - mission accomplished. At the core of Willie's business success were guiding principles such as family, faith, giving back, supporting his community, solid-work ethic, high and keen attention to detail. These principles would...
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March 12, 2020

A Sweet New Beginning

What started as a 30-day challenge that included a little sabotaging turned out to be the start of an entrepreneurial journey for Tiffany King, owner of Bumpers Cheesecakery. Included in her journey was the closing of GM Lordstown, where for 23 years, Tiffany worked on the assembly line. For many workers at the plant, including Tiffany, the question was, "What to do next?" Learn More about Bumpers Cheesecakery Bumpers Cheesecakery Website Bumpers Cheesecakery Facebook Bumpers Cheesecakery Insta...
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March 1, 2020

Empowering through Health and Happiness

PūrYoga is a way of life, and it's lead by owner Shannon Shugart. From her beginnings to recently opening a second location, Shannon shares her thoughts on life and business growth as well as her expertise in Yoga and its benefits. Learn More About PūrYoga PūrYoga Website PūrYoga Facebook PūrYoga Instagram Let's Launch Your Podcast Sound United Website Sound United Instagram Sound United Facebook Be sure to subscribe wherever you vibe with podcasts or visit our website. www.soundunitedpresents...
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Jan. 15, 2020

Turning Past Experiences into a Passion

"If you're doing what you love, you'll never work a day in your life." After listening to Micheal Hagyari, you'll realize there is truth to this. From the working jobs that he dreaded to being given a life-changing employment opportunity its all played a role in building his company, Impression Media (with his wife, Brandi.) Learn More About Impression Media Impression Media Website Impression Media Instagram Let's Launch Your Podcast Sound United Website Sound United Instagram Sound United Fa...
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Dec. 24, 2019

A Leap of Faith and Helping Downtown Growth

Opening a restaurant isn't easy. But deciding to open a restaurant with no experience in the industry or having started a business before, is risky. Tony Schoffer, co-owner of the Warren Speakeasy Lounge, in downtown Warren, Ohio, shares his leap of faith, and the rewards of doing so, four years later. Learn more about downtown Warren's best restaurants here. Learn about the Sound United Podcast Studio here. Be sure to subscribe wherever you vibe with podcasts or visit our website. www.sounduni...
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Nov. 27, 2019

Beauty, Resilience, and Collaboration

Nakilia Adams is an advanced Esthetician and owner of Bee and Bee, LLC, a Warren Ohio based business. Taking on the roles of wife, mother, grandmother, and boss, we discuss: Her journey into entrepreneurship Bee and Bee, LLC Loss and resiliency, and Building collaboration LINKS Bee and Bee, LLC, Sound United Presents Podcast - Local Entrepreneurs and Community Heros Sound United Podcast Studio - Studio Rental and Services Be sure to subscribe wherever you vibe with podcasts or visit our web...
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Nov. 21, 2019

Peer Mentoring and Leadership for the Student Athlete

Sound United Presents... Michael Engram, the Executive Director of an organization that focuses on the social and academic development of student-athletes. That organization is called Game Changers Leadership and Peer Mentoring Initiative. Game Changers is designed for an immersive learning experience with activities focused on educating, empowering, and inspiring athletes to engage and pursue a holistic approach to becoming productive citizens in the community. This episode was recorded in Sept...
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Nov. 8, 2019

Manufacturing to Entrepreneurship

Tim Drummond, the owner of Artististics Silkscreening, decided to plant his flag in downtown Warren, Ohio, well before it's resurgence as a vibrant downtown area. Hear his story of risks, mistakes, and the success of being in business for ten years. Local? Connect with Tim and Artistics Silkscreening here. Learn more about the Sound United Podcast Studio at http://www.thessoundu.com Be sure to subscribe wherever you vibe with podcasts or visit our website. www.soundunitedpresents.com Sound Unit...
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Oct. 29, 2019

Getting to Know Chef Gabe Gouvas

Gabriel Gouvas, Owner and Head Chef of downtown Warren, Ohio's newest restaurant, West & Main, candidly shares his background, thoughts, and answers a few random questions that you'll find interesting. Local? Check out the West and Main website. Interested in what Sound United offers? Check us out here Be sure to subscribe wherever you vibe with podcasts or visit our website. www.soundunitedpresents.com Sound United Presents is a community-focused podcast powered by Sound United Podcast Studio....