Shining Light on Minnesota

Jan 29 2025 25 ep. 39 mins 1
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Shining Light on Minnesota, hosted by Karissa Dunham, is a podcast that shines a light on the hardworking and innovative local businesses in the state of Minnesota. The show features interviews with business owners from a variety of industries, delving into their humble beginnings and the challenges they faced on their path to success. The goal of the podcast is not only to promote these local businesses, but also to inspire and motivate future entrepreneurs by sharing these stories.

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Story Time with Craig Parker Adams - Owning A Historic Foley Studio

Jan 29 2025 96 mins  
In the fall of 1997, Craig Parker Adams was looking for a new space to play & record his music when as fate would have it the perfect spot opened up & he acquired one of the world's first ever known recording studios designed originally to record sound for films. Located in the heart of Hollywood Craig had no idea that one day his super cool (& haunted in a good way

It's About The Legacy - w/ Josh Swisher from Northface Construction

Jan 22 2025 39 mins  
Josh Swisher is the Founder and President of Northface Construction, a Minnesota-based company he started in 2010 after discovering a passion for roofing at just 15 years old. With a vision to create a legacy business built on craftsmanship and integrity, Josh grew Northface from a one-man operation into a thriving team of professionals. Today, the company boasts 38 dedicated emplo

The Grind From All Avenues - With Todd Fitz From Mosaic Auto Group

Jan 15 2025 38 mins  

The Power of Community & Positivity - with Drew Evenson

Nov 27 2024 40 mins  
Join Sun Control of Minnesota for an inspiring episode of "Shining Light on Minnesota" as we sit down with Drew Evenson. Drew shares his incredible journey growing up in Minnesota, his battle with Leukemia, and the unwavering support of "Drew's Crew." Discover how this community rallied together to bring light and hope during a challenging time. Tune in to hear Drew's story of res

The Man Who Started It All - with Randy Jensen from Sun Control of Minnesota

Jul 24 2024 29 mins  
In this touching episode of Shining Light on Minnesota, we sit down with Randy Jensen, the founder and owner of Sun Control of Minnesota. Hear the incredible story of our growth from a small two-person operation to a thriving company with over 50 dedicated employees. Randy's passion and commitment to his employees shine through as he shares the emotional highs and lows of buil

Follow The North Star - with Josh Klassen from Transworld North Star

Jul 17 2024 33 mins  

Taking A Chance - with Ashly Hughes from GoSavvySocial

Jul 10 2024 25 mins  
Join Karissa as she sits down with Ashly Hughes, the powerhouse behind Go Savvy Social. Discover how she's built a thriving business, the secrets to her successful brand, and how she empowers others to do the same.

Family Time Is True Wealth - with Ben Footh from Footh Auto Sales and Cornerstone Roofing and Restoration

Jun 26 2024 43 mins  
Tune in to our latest podcast featuring Ben Footh, a dynamic entrepreneur from the Twin Cities! From mowing lawns at 14 to owning multiple successful businesses, including Footh Auto Sales and Service and Cornerstone Roofing and Restoration, Ben shares his inspiring journey. Learn how his passion, transparency, and embrace of new technologies fueled his success. Ben also discusses

Meet "The Connector" - with Kori Shingles from JE Dunn

Jun 19 2024 41 mins  
In this episode of Sun Control of Minnesota, Karissa sits down with Kori Shingles, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager at JE Dunn. Kori isn't your typical construction industry professional. She has a background in Parks and Recreation and uses her passion for connecting people to help both businesses and individuals in the construction world.The video dives into Kori

Evolution Of Marketing & AI - with Patrick North From Sites For Builders and Jorge Mora from 4U Agency

Jun 12 2024 47 mins  
Join Karissa, Patrick, and Jorge as they dive deep into the ever-evolving world of marketing and AI in this insightful podcast. They unravel the importance of branding, the role of AI in content creation, and effective strategies for SEO, social media, and audience targeting. Discover the power of storytelling, the nuances of dealing with claimed business names, and the profound i