Washington County ChamberCast

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Emphasizing the work that our small businesses are doing in our community, Jay Heich, owner of Venue Media is working with us to provide an inside glimpse of fellow Chamber members through a brand new podcast, called ChamberCast. Leaders of small business and organizations are invited to be featured on the show, to provide you with a new way to get to know them, through a ten-minute deep-dive conversation led by Jay. read less

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Shelley McIntire and Sarah Elwood - Alpine Plant Bar

Shelley McIntire and Sarah Elwood - Alpine Plant Bar

Shelley McIntire and Sarah Elwood (a mother and daughter duo) talk with Jay about their adventures since opening Alpine Plant Bar in August of 2023. They happily recount the unique successes and challenges and successes that have come along with opening a cocktail bar that also sells plants, located right near Hagerstown’s brand new baseball stadium.

Episodes

Shelley McIntire and Sarah Elwood - Alpine Plant Bar

Shelley McIntire and Sarah Elwood - Alpine Plant Bar

Shelley McIntire and Sarah Elwood (a mother and daughter duo) talk with Jay about their adventures since opening Alpine Plant Bar in August of 2023. They happily recount the unique successes and challenges and successes that have come along with opening a cocktail bar that also sells plants, located right near Hagerstown’s brand new baseball stadium.

Dr. Christopher Clark - Premier Spine & Sports Medicine

Dr. Christopher Clark - Premier Spine & Sports Medicine

Dr. Clark shares his story, revealing that he was certain he wanted to be a doctor from a young age. He explains the various specialties that they offer at Premier Spine & Sports Medicine and discusses their conservative approach to treatment.

Nitza Rivera - Spanish 4 ALL

Nitza Rivera - Spanish 4 ALL

Nitza gives us an inside look at her background and her interpreting and translating company, Spanish 4 ALL. She discusses how she was immersed in two different cultures as a child and how this led to her becoming bilingual. Nitza also explains her story of coming back to the United States and the opportunities that led her to where she is now.

Jan Colbert - Two Men and a Truck

Jan Colbert - Two Men and a Truck

Jan Colbert, Customer Service Manager at our local Two Men and a Truck in Hagerstown discusses how she gets the word out about the moving, junk and storage services that the company offers. Movers for Moms is their yearly campaign that the franchise locations conduct nationwide to help mothers in need by donating to local women's shelters. Jan also talks about their famous mascot, "Truckie"!

Gwenn Leatherman - Leatherman Healthcare and H&G Elite Wellness

Gwenn Leatherman - Leatherman Healthcare and H&G Elite Wellness

Gwenn Leatherman joins Jay on this ChamberCast episode to discuss her background and shares her story leading up to owning her independent primary care practice. She discusses the pediatric services now available thanks to her long-time friend joining the practice and she explains her passion for health promotion and disease prevention.

Brandon Fumagalli and Kegan Brauning - Streamline IT Solutions

Brandon Fumagalli and Kegan Brauning - Streamline IT Solutions

Brandon and Kegan from Streamline IT Solutions discuss their business, how they have gotten to where they are now, and how they are helping and protecting their clients using AI in today's environment where cyber security is vital.

Chandra Metz - C&M Lawns

Chandra Metz - C&M Lawns

Chandra discusses her background and the reasons that she and her husband Martin decided to start C&M Lawns in June of 2023. They have been delivering on their promise to care for their clients' properties, offering a local and trustworthy presence with their lawncare business.

Rebekah Blum, Stay Home Senior Services

Rebekah Blum, Stay Home Senior Services

Rebekah Blum tells us about Stay Home Senior Services, the history of the business, and how they are working to assist our senior population. Rebekah shares some information about Alzheimer's and dementia, which she is specially trained in.

Danielle Popp and Mark Appenzellar, Valor Excel

Danielle Popp and Mark Appenzellar, Valor Excel

Danielle Popp and Mark Appenzellar discuss how Valor Excel is coaching businesses and leaders in the community. They delve into the unique qualities of Valor Excel and the resources they are offering.

Kenneth Burton, Sterling-Distinctive Limousine Services

Kenneth Burton, Sterling-Distinctive Limousine Services

Discover the back-story of Kenneth Burton, owner of Sterling-Distinctive Limousine Services and the ins and outs of his professional chauffeur business. Ken discusses his customer-focused business model and his mission.

Tina Fraley, Power House Studio & Online Community

Tina Fraley, Power House Studio & Online Community

Get to know Tina Fraley, Owner/Trainer at Power House Studio & Online Community as she discusses the reasons she started her business, her new location, and more. Jay points out that it took off during the past few years, when ironically, everyone was stuck in their house.

Sydney Clark, Clark Computer Services

Sydney Clark, Clark Computer Services

On the inaugural Washington County Chamber podcast, we interview young, sharp & vibrant Sydney Clark. Sydney represents the family-owned computer service business started by her father 20 years ago. Sydney also holds her own through her involvement and leadership as a part of several other organizations.