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Ross Chanowski, NuMarket

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt chats with Ross Chanowski, owner and founder of NuMarket. NuMarket is a leader in crowdfunding solutions for small businesses with a focus on food services.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
July 10, 2024
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The Art of Understanding Local Markets

In the last episode of season two of Main Street Business Insights, tune in as host Matt Wagner breaks down how to understand and synthesize local market data.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
April 10, 2024
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Glen Ellis, Sycamore Education and Milady Coffeehouse

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt sits down with Glen Ellis, owner of Sycamore Education, Dominion Catalyst Services, and Milady Coffeehouse in Fremont, Nebraska.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
April 3, 2024
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Casey Woods, Emporia Main Street

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt sits down with Casey Woods, Executive Director of Emporia Main Street in Emporia, Kansas.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
March 21, 2024
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Tiffany Fixter, Owner of Brewability

In this episode of Main Street Business Insights, Matt sits down with Tiffany Fixter, owner of Brewability in Englewood, Colorado.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
March 7, 2024
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