Edina-sw Minneapolis Advice Givers (r) | Inspiring Entrepreneurs & Leaders In Edina, Minnesota

Today Tim Murphy is at 44th and France in Edina to Chat with Rick Anderson of France 44 a family business 60 years in the making...  Rick, who started working in his father's store as a child (funny story you don't want to miss about the store's first conveyer belt!) ventured out of the family business and into consulting. His entrepreneurial spirit was calling, though, which brought him back to France 44. He's a really sharp man with great advice for business owners. Today you'll learn: The true determination of quality for any business What role France 44 really plays in the community ...and the best cheese maker in America is? Hint: It's not too far from here! Where the meat they sell comes from and why that's important And with a tidal wave of discount wine stores, why,  France 44 continues to grow a passionate and loyal customer base Enjoy episode 24 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast.  Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here: Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://o

Today we bring the podcast outdoors to take advantage of the final weeks of summer in Edina, Minnesota, and hear the history and future of Edina's 50th and France from the woman who knows it best -- Rachel Thelemann. Rachel is the Executive Director of the 50th & France Business Association and in today's episode, you will learn about this unique community's past, how Art Fair has become world renowned, and the exciting new project that add another layer of charm to this area. Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   For more information about the 50th & France Business Association, head here: https://www.50thandfrance.com/   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start.    Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling place to work, live and play. And thanks for supporting the only podcast that highlights the amazing people in this area.   

Finding a narrow path to a career goal takes a well thought out strategy, and with the cost of college soaring, having a career strategy is more important than ever. Today Tim Murphy sits down with Audra Emerson from CareerPrep, a company that helps students find their passion, and then crafts a plan to turn that passion into a career. In this podcast you will learn how Audra, and her business partner Sara Wegmann, help students find clarity along and the their best advice as college students head back to school.   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here: Stitcher iTunes   For more information about CareerPrep, head here: http://careerprepsite.com/our-team/   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dlawson@EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling place to work, live and play. And thanks for supporting the only podcast that highlights the amazing people in this area. 

Melanie Richards never knew she had the entrepreneurial spirit until it just...happened. She grew up learning from the best. Raised by a single mother who worked her way from an entry level data entry position to president of the company, and a grandfather who vowed to serve and protect in the Minnesota Patrol. She followed in her grandfather's steps by protecting and serving as a corrections officer. She tried with all her power to protect women who were victims of violence, and children who were shuffled through the juvenile system. With marriage near, and the stress of her job heavy, Melanie decided to carve another path. With the lessons she learned watching her mother, Melanie started an airbrush tanning business with her dog and a van ("the girls"). What happens after that takes focus, drive, energy, and risk. You'll love the story of Melanie Richards, and it will make you look at Edina's GoGlow with a new appreciation. Listen to episode 21 of Advice Givers!   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast

Inspiration to help those in need comes in many forms. Some do it because of their fortunate circumstances, and others do it because they've been there. Shannon Foreman has been there. Shannon grew up in South Minneapolis, daughter of a mother working three jobs. She never went to the park alone and was always in before dark. She knew the streets were dangerous, but she also knew that the residents of South Minneapolis looked out for her. They "had my back." Shannon has since gone to college and is a successful professional with a family. And even though she's moved out of South Minneapolis, her heart still remains, along with a huge desire to help those that helped her survive the streets. Shannon helps in a significant way. A true blessing for those that need the tools to succeed. In this episode of Advice Givers (r), you'll learn how Shannon is changing lives with the help of Urban Ventures, and how you can help change lives, too.  Inspiration to help those in need comes in many forms. Some do it because o

Michael Giacomini's family imported the idea for Red Cow restaurant from the popularity of fine burgers and beer on the West coast.  And with their emphasis on great service first, Red Cow quickly grew from one to three locations within 3 years. Add amazing Pizza from Red Rabbit to the mix, and this local family has uncovered the secret to restaurant success in the Twin Cities. Learn how they did it, from their early mistakes, to their big plans for the future.   Listen here: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   For more information about Red Cow Restaurant, head here: http://redcowmn.com/   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dave@edinapodcast.com   Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling place to work, live and play. And thanks for supporting the only podcast that highlights the amazin

Susan Robinson's dream of helping kids in the foster care system reaches back more than 10 years, but the dream was put on hold after becoming a single mother following the death of her husband. The dream never faded, and after the death of her second husband, she put it into action. Foster Art sells art created by kids to help support the foster care system that Susan says needs major support. Listen to Susan's amazing journey. A journey that tested her resolve twice, and never broke her spirit. Find out how you can buy artwork for your home or business, and also how your children can help create artwork that gives foster children a bright future.    Listen here:  www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   For more information about Foster Arit: http://www.fosterartcompany.com/   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly

When Annie Corbin and Kate Applebaum met in gymnastics as 6th graders, there wasn't much talk of owning a bridal boutique on 50th and France.  But that's all they could talk about after reconnecting years later. After a decade of experience in marketing and bridal fashion, the two combined their strengths and opened Annika Bridal in Edina. Annika Bridal is a boutique that turns the necessity of finding a wedding dress into an experience that will be one of the highlights of her wedding. These former gymnasts have opened a genuine boutique that caters to the unique tastes of Minnesota brides. Listen to their story on the latest edition of Advice Givers (r).  Listen here: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   For more information about Annika Bridal, head here: http://www.annikabridal.com/   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave L

Recently divorced with no money and no credit. Perfect time to start a business, right? Yes...if you're as talented and determined as Jill O'Gorman. Jill has an ability to sell homes fast by staging them to look irresistible  So irresistible that many of her customers regret putting their home up for sale in the first place! So how did it all start? Bare bones. Listen to the story of how this single mom went from the idea of Ravishing Rooms to a successful business that has helped Edina and SW Minneapolis home owners sell their homes and move on with life.   Listen here: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   For more information about Ravishing Rooms, head here: http://ravishingrooms.com/   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dave@edinapodcast.com   Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling

Surveys have shown that women hate shopping for swimsuits. Hate it! Many rank it right up there with a root canal. Jennifer Cermak agrees. She discovered Nani Nalu on 50th and France after a frustrating search for the perfect bathing suit for her honeymoon. So for Jennifer, Nani Nalu is personal. She wants to allow women to feel as beautiful as they look on the beach. How successful has she been? Huge. Listen to the podcast and learn about Edina's Nani Nalu.    Listen here: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   For more information about Nani Nalu, head here: http://www.naninaluswim.com/   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dave@edinapodcast.com   Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling place to work, live and play. And thanks for supporting the only podcast that highlights the amazing peopl

Victoria McNamara, owner of Victoria Dance Productions, came to Edina 24 years ago with some fire in her belly! She had one goal: To be the best dance instructor in Edina. Period. She wanted to win dance competitions both locally and beyond. She wanted to be known as the best.  But along the way she learned some valuable lessons about dance, kids and life. Hear how her focus has changed, when it changed, and what brings her the most joy in life today. Victoria Dance Productions is not your ordinary dance school. Yes, your kids, of every skill level, will learn how to dance, but they will also learn what it means to be part of a team, and what it means to be a mentor. Learn about Victoria's journey, her dance school, her students, her outreach  and even a former student who is now on Broadway! It's all in this edition of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast (R)!    Listen here: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: ht

For over a decade Laura Davis has taken what used to be a time consuming and stressful process for parents and turned it into an enjoyable experience.  College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors doesn't just provide quality childcare and educational help, but mentors, role-models, and friendship for children giving parents the peace of mind they need to maintain a busy life.  College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors is an idea born out of the needs of its owner, Laura Davis. Her personal touch as a mom has made this national chain flourish, and it all started right here in Edina.  Listen to how it started, and where they are today, in episode 13 of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast.     

Tim R Murphy has earned a reputation as one of the most respected business owners in Edina. His approach to Complete Car Care starts with the customer's needs first, and no more. His four locations will never push anything more than what the customer absolutely needs to keep their car in optimum condition. This is the attitude, from customers to employees, that has driven every aspect of Tim Murphy's life. But his caring and trusting attitude have now gone beyond atuo care to outreach world-wide. In this episode, you'll hear him go into detail about the greatest business lesson he ever learned,  and how that translated into even more success, as a business owner and person.  He's an amazing example of  integrity in the auto repair business which translates into extreme loyalty from his Edina and Lakeville customers. His story starts in his High School's auto repair shop on this addition of Advice Givers (R)...   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here: Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http:/

She needed help feeding her kids nutritious food they would actually eat. Common problem for almost all parents, right? So this mom turned to her friend Jill for help. Jill Litwin not only made delicious vegetable recipes that were actually fun to eat for her friend's child, but it also turned that moment into something that would help thousands of parents across the nation. Peas of Mind believes all food can be fun, and that goes for vegetables, too. From Veggie tots to Peas of Pi Pizza, parents now have the peace of mind knowing their kids are actually eating a balanced meal. And for the woman who spent hours in the kitchen coming up with this fun? Well she now has a child of her own, a husband, and a new life in SW Minneapolis, where she remotely manages her business. Learn more about Jill, her products, and the fascinating story behind the evolution of Peas of Mind on Episode 11 of Advice Givers (R).  Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.l

Edina's Escape Frenzy gives companies, friends and family a chance to solve bigger-than-life puzzles in fun and pressure-packed escape rooms! From CSI to a haunted house, there's a real sense of accomplishment once you've made it out! Owner Dorian Anderson gives us the history behind Escape Frenzy, and the incredible detail that goes into her four escape rooms. She also explains why Escape Frenzy is the perfect place to watch employees bond while they work as a team to solve detailed, but fun puzzles. Find out why a business that has only been open since October is already an Edina hot spot. Plus, bonus audio! Listen to Tim enter Dorian's haunted house for an audio tour on this edition of the Edina-SW Minneapolis Advice Givers Podcast!   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   Head to our website: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   For more on Escape Frenzy: https://www.escape-frenzy.com/ Or call Dorian: 952-941-9999   Interested in bec

Life happened early in Carrie Guarrero's life. She started in the mortgage industry at age 11 because she was "cute enough to get into apartment buildings," and a few short years later started having children. Today, with family at the center of her life, Carrie runs one of the most successful mortgage agencies in the Minneapolis area, Fairway Independent Mortgage http://www.cghomeloanpartners.com/. It's her life experience and love for family that drives the care and compassion she has for clients. She paints an honest journey; the good, the bad, and hurdles she had to clear to become the success she is today. You will learn so much about conquering adversity in episode 9 of Advice Givers (R) .    Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   Head to our website: www.EdinaAdviceGivers.com   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dave@edinapodcast.c

Aurora on France provides unrivaled vibrant care for seniors in the heart of Edina. Take a journey through this incredible facility by the people who know it best. Tim sits down with Campus Administrator Cherie Camuel, and Executive Director Barbara Mekenye, and talks about how senior care has been elevated to a whole new level in this new, massive facility.    Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here: Stitcher iTunes   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dave@edinapodcast.com   Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling place to work, live and play. And thanks for supporting the only podcast that highlights the amazing people in this area. 

Meet a man who, 17 years ago, came to America with no job, no family, no friends, and knew no English except for "Hello, how are you?" Since then he has become one of Edina's premiere craftsman of fine furniture. Hear Dmitry Ivanovs incredible story on Episode 7 of Advice Givers (R).    In this episode you will learn: How he got his first job even though he didn't know a lick of English. Why building custom furniture is his passion Why custom furniture is important Where he sees himself in 5 to 7 years   Subscribe to the Advice Givers (R) podcast here:   Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi   Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dave@edinapodcast.com   Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling place to work, live and play. And thanks for supporting the only podcast that highlights the amazing people in this area. 

Lee Hersh started her passion for fitness and food while still in college. A passion that continues today within the pages of FitFoodieFinds.com, a website she publishes entirely from her SW Minneapolis home. In this episode of Advice Givers (R), you'll learn: Lee's mission with FitFoodieFinds Her strengths and weaknesses when it comes to producing content for her blog How her website has branched into other ventures   Subscribe to the podcast on Stitcher or iTunes: Stitcher: http://ow.ly/b75f309LkGj iTunes: http://ow.ly/1huL309LkHi Visit our website:  www.edinapodcast.com Interested in becoming a guest on Advice Givers? www.podcastbookit.com is the place to start. Or email Dave Lawson directly at dave@edinapodcast.com   Please subscribe to the podcast and give us a solid rating, too! Thanks for making SW Minneapolis such a fun and fulfilling place to work, live and play. And thanks for supporting the only podcast that highlights the amazing people in this area. 

Growing up doesn’t have to mean you have to give up your childhood passions. Sarah Schoback and Hunter Guerard, two of the three owners of Obstacle Academy, trace their love of movement back to their childhoods. “Human movement is cool,” says Guerard. He watched a lot of Power Rangers and Jackie Chan as a kid, and wanted to be a stuntman or a gymnast when he grew up. He thought that gymnastics, skateboarding, wrestling, and even figure skating were cool. Schoback’s father got her started on her path by pushing her and her two sisters to do their best. “He was super competitive with us. He taught us to do our best no matter what,” she says. Shoback loved to play on monkey bars, run around, and swing all over the place. This early love of activity would manifest into the later catalyst for Obstacle Academy. Go behind the scenes of this "American Ninja" style fitness facility and find out why working out doesn't have to feel like "working out."