Best Christopher Acker Podcasts (2025)

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Expert - Joel Iwashige of Common Thriving 24:51

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2M ago24:51

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Joel Iwashige, owner of Common Thriving. The discuss Joels own entrepreneurial journey, from working with a software business in Bangladesh to launching his own consulting business here in the united states.By Jackson Swearer

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Expert - Kira Chereé Cobb of Entrepreneur Business Basics 26:15

4M ago26:15

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he gets on a call with Kira Chereé Cobb of Entrepreneur Business Basics (EBB). Together they discuss programs EBB offers including the JUMP© cohorts as well as Kira's own entrepreneurial journey, and the importance of investing in yourself. Learn more about EBB and JUMP© at ebbkc.com Kira and Jackson also …

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Success - Pippin Williamson of Sandhills Brewing 53:39

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Pippin Williamson, owner of Sandhills Brewing and former owner of Sandhills Development as they discuss Pippin's entrepreneurial journey.By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Mark Keeton of ReadyLink 22:56

6M ago22:56

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Mark Keeton, the winner of the Entrepreneur Business Basics JUMP Pitch Contest as he shares his entrepreneurial journey, what he got out of the EBB JUMP class, and what's next for ReadyLink!By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Cody Ruebke of XP League 21:38

7M ago21:38

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Cody Ruebke, Owner and League Commissioner of XP League NW Wichita. They discuss youth e-sports, the games students play, how students compete, and their experience at nationals.By Jackson Swearer

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Expert - Jenny Doty of The Heartland Regional Food Business Center 25:57

8M ago25:57

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The Heartland Regional Food Business Center helps farm and food enterprises start up, grow, and make supply chain connections needed to serve growing demand for local and regionally produced food. The Heartland Regional Food Business Center is one of 12 across the nation established in 2023 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support the devel…

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Start Up - Chief The Barber of Diamond Cutz 25:25

9M ago25:25

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Chief the Barber, owner of Diamond Cutz. Chiefs story is one of perseverance, second chances, and the entrepreneurial spirit.By Jackson Swearer

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Expert - Christopher Acker of StartUp Hutch 21:21

10M ago21:21

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down StartUp Hutch's own Program Administrator, Christopher Acker. They discuss the many programs offered by StartUp Hutch as well as Christopher's own business, Salt City Sound, and why he loves Hutchinson.By Jackson Swearer

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Expert - Mario Hawkins of StartUp Hutch 19:04

11M ago19:04

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Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down with the new Entrepreneur Navigator, Mario Hawkins. They discuss Mario's past business ventures, his marketing experience, and his vision for the future of StartUp Hutch and Reno County.By Jackson Swearer

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Success - Dave Inskeep of Joe McGuire Insurance 34:55

1y ago34:55

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Dave Inskeep, owner of Joe McGuire Insurance, as they discuss the highs and lows of business ownership, intricacies of acquiring an existing business, and the ins and outs of commercial business insurance.By Jackson Swearer

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Expert - Sarah Diamond, Downtown Manager at Hutch Chamber 31:13

1y ago31:13

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Sarah Diamond, Downtown Manager at the Hutch Chamber. They discuss local events, grants, community growth, and the downtown master plan.By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Justin Mills of Kansas Drone Services 24:24

1y ago24:24

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Justin Mills of Kansas Drone Services. They discuss the drone industry and what it takes to get a new venture off the ground.By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - David and Christena Weber of Weber Auto Glass 25:03

1+ y ago25:03

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with David and Christena Weber of Weber Auto Glass. They discuss what it takes to make the leap of faith to start a business and the importance of a supportive community.By Jackson Swearer

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Expert - Brett Henry of Adams Brown, Strategic Allies and CPAs 26:22

1+ y ago26:22

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Brett Henry of Adams Brown, Strategic Allies and CPAs. They discuss accounting as it relates to your business and the importance of paying attention to how money flows through your business.By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Darren Thomas of HTeaO Hutchinson 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Darren Thomas of HTeaO Hutchinson, as they discuss tips for new entrepreneurs, how they approached joining a franchise, the importance of local connections, and what it means to be a buffalo.By Jackson Swearer

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Success - Kurt von Ahnen of Mañana No Mas 33:34

1+ y ago33:34

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Kurt von Ahnen of Mañana No Mas, which started as a digital marketing firm that grew into an eLearning and eCommerce developer. They discuss the growth and changes in the business and Kurts transitions from New Mexico, to California, and finally to Hutchinson. Learn more about Kurt vo…

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Feed Drop - Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

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This month, Jackson sat down with Don Macke on the Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast. The Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast provides strategies to empower rural community success and vitality. Hosted by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems' Don Macke, episodes will feature interviews with cutting edge rural development thought leaders and community …

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Success - Kevin Evenson of Sleep Haven 25:03

2y ago25:03

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer on location in Haven as he sits down with Kevin Evenson of Sleep Haven as the discuss business ownership, cashflows, mentors, and taking the long view of business and reinvesting back into the business.By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Jen Brummer of Jenz Java 22:48

2y ago22:48

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer on location in Haven as he sits down with Jen Brummer of Jenz Java. They discuss what the drive thru coffee shop has to offer as well as meeting the needs of their local community.By Jackson Swearer

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Success - Joe and Aryn Hedrick of Hedrick Exotic Animal Farm 39:41

2y ago39:41

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer on location at Hedrick Exotic Animal Farm in Nickerson with Joe and Aryn Hedrick. They discuss the evolution of the farm and bed and breakfast, traveling around the country, and their commitment to the community.By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Ashley and Zachary Carson of Axe It Up Hutch 30:38

2y ago30:38

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Ashley and Zachary Carson, owners of Axe It Up Hutch, as they talk about the importance of mentors and developing relationships with other professionals as well as trying new things, like a mobile axe throwing unit!By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Andrew Penrose of Jack's for All Trades 31:58

2y ago31:58

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Andrew Penrose, owner of Jack’s for All Trades, a business in Buhler, Kansas, as they talk about the importance of planning ahead and hard work when you take over an existing business and the importance of working together with your community.…

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Success - Shelly Bartel of Bartel Kitchen & Bath 29:07

2y ago29:07

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Shelly Bartel, co-owner of Bartel Kitchen and Bath, a business in Buhler Kansas, as they talk about the hard work that goes into creating a successful small business, the importance of carrying on the traditions of a family owned business, taking care of your customers in the changing…

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Expert - Jim Seitnater, Interim Director of Planning and Development, Hutchinson 23:44

2+ y ago23:44

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Jim Seitnater, the Interim Director of Planning and Development at the city of Hutchinson and prior Downtown Development Manager, to discuss the history of the development of downtown and what resources are available to small business owners as they look to develop historic properties…

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Start Up - Nathan Hiatt of High Point Pharms 20:37

2+ y ago20:37

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In this episode, Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer interviews Nathan Hiatt of High Point Pharms. They delve into topics such as the current state and future of the CBD and hemp industries, running a family business, and government regulations surrounding these industries. Nathan shares his insights and experiences on these subjects, offering v…

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Success - Bud Conklin of Conklin Cars 30:48

2+ y ago30:48

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Bud Conklin of Conklin Cars to discuss running a long-standing successful business in Reno County. Topics included successful business expansions, adapting to the Internet Age, and transitioning from one generation to the next.By Jackson Swearer

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Expert - Sam Foreman of Foreman Law 34:10

2+ y ago34:10

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Sam Foreman of Foreman Law Group to discuss some of the legal matters that come with starting and running a business as well as insights from Sam’s own entrepreneurial journey.By Jackson Swearer

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Start Up - Logan Lawson of Sensor Dynamix 23:43

2+ y ago23:43

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Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Logan Lawson of Sensor Dynamix to discuss Logan's move back to Reno county as well as the highs and lows of the first few years of starting his business and the importance of perseveranceBy Jackson Swearer

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The HotSeat by StartUp Hutch 1:32

3y ago1:32

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The HotSeat by StartUp Hutch combines storytelling with practical advice about business by sitting down with real Reno county residents and asking them questions about their entrepreneurial journey. How did they get started? What were the keys to their success? What obstacles did they have to get over along the way? you'll hear from both new start …