Ad Astra Cares - Hutch

Ad Astra Radio’s spotlight on community. Here we weekly highlight the efforts of local non-profits and other organizations in our Central Kansas. Learn more at https://www.adastraradio.com/.

Episodes

Aug 30, 2024

5 min

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.

Aug 27, 2024

9 min

Aug 9, 2024

5 min

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.

Jul 26, 2024

4 min

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. 

Jul 18, 2024

4 min

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. 

Jul 12, 2024

4 min

Ready to take your business to the next level? Meet Mario Hawkins, our new Entrepreneur Navigator at StartUp Hutch! Whether you're starting a new business, boosting your side hustle, or growing your existing venture, Mario is here to help you succeed.

Jul 8, 2024

4 min

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.

Jun 27, 2024

5 min

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. 

Jun 27, 2024

4 min

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 economy, and working together as a community to create a thriving local economy for small businesses.

Jun 17, 2024

4 min

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.

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