Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Nick and Gelin Wake, owners and operators of Tenchi Spanish-American Kitchen and Ohana Dulce Creamery in Greensboro, Maryland. This episode serves as a testament to the power of dedication, teamwork, and a passion-driven approach to business. Through heartfelt anecdotes and candid discussions, Nick and Gelin reveal the challenges they encountered when starting their restaurant. From navigating financial hurdles to unforeseen setbacks, and how their resilience made their dream a reality.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Sara Rich, President, and CEO of Choptank Community Health. Listen in to hear the significance of a stable workforce in providing consistent, high-quality care and the unique challenges faced by local health facilities in recruiting, training, and retaining talented individuals.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessie Ferrio, Eastern Shore Business Services Representative, Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS). In this episode Debbie and Jessie discuss essential services available to local businesses, including talent acquisition, ADA accommodations, tax incentives, and diversity advisory. Uncover how these services pave the way for growth, employee empowerment, and inclusive workplaces. Plus, explore collaborative workforce development efforts, between local business owners and DORS, assisting Marylanders with disabilities in finding meaningful employment and contributing to our community.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Clifford Coppersmith, Chesapeake College President. Gain a deeper understanding of the institution's impact on our local community and its efforts to create a supportive environment where students of all ages thrive academically and personally. Tune in to hear about the evolving landscape of workforce development, and the college's pivotal role in meeting the needs of our local industries and new resources available to students.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Chris Petrini, owner of A Digital Mind. Chris, a seasoned professional known for his creative expertise in film, video production, website design, and comprehensive marketing strategies, shares his remarkable journey as an entrepreneur. Tune in to discover the story behind his venture and what drew him to the Eastern Shore.

Host Debbie Bowden presents part two of the featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. In this episode, we hear about how His Hope Ministries not only offers immediate support but also fosters a sense of dignity and belonging among our aging population. Through the generosity of donations and partnerships with local businesses, their heartfelt efforts and remarkable programs provide housing, job assistance, financial literacy, and various other essential services to those in need. Join us as we spotlight the collaborative spirit that drives positive change and how these initiatives serve as a testament to the power of our community working together for its elderly members. To learn more about volunteering, donating or starting a business partnership with HIs Hope Ministries, call the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. Explore the impactful work of this organization dedicated to combating homelessness, hunger, and the threat of homelessness among families, individuals, youth, and the elderly. Discover how His Hope Ministries provides essential resources and an array of programs, from job counseling to meal preparation and financial literacy. Tune in to learn how business owners are actively contributing to and supporting this mission, making a positive impact on our community. Contact His Hope Ministries by calling the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Denton Town Mayor, Abigail McNinch and Scott Getchell, Town Administrator of Denton. Economic Development happening all around Denton, from downtown Market Street, to commerical zones on Route 404 and sites for sale in the industrial park. Listen in to hear about ongoing and upcoming real estate and infrastrucure projects happening in our County Seat. Town of Denton Office: 410-479-2050 Office Hours: M-F 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Kat Stork Blaher, owner of Shore Strategies, LLC. Caroline’s Collective Impact initiative was established to address the more complex social and economic challenges within our community. Listen in to hear how Kat facilitates cross sector collaboration of community leaders to identify and implement missions to improve stability of families county-wide.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Caroline County Schools are the primary pipeline for growing our workforce to stay and work at local businesses. Listen in to hear more about workforce development, succession planning, blueprint challenges, and the youth apprenticeship program.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Cassandra Vanhooser, Director of Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism. In this episode, Debbie and Cassandra identify key trends and economic oppurtunities within our mid-shore region.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with KJ Marvel, Division Chief EMS of the Caroline County Department of Emergency Services. There are steps your business can take to better prepare for emergency situations in the workplace. Listen in to hear KJ’s recommendations of employee training and life-saving equipment designed to help during the first most crucial moments of an emergency response. Building & Site Review:  Doug Jones   wjones@carolinemd.org   410-479-4199 CPR Training: Stacey Twigg 410-479-8140 Marie Wielgosz- 410-479-5834

Host Debbie Bowden presents a second featured insight with Angela Visitainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Whether you're embarking on a new website project or reimagining an existing one, this episode breaks down the process of developing your website. Angela offers expert guidance and insider tips as she walks us through each step. Contact: Angela Visintainer angela@mavenandsmith.com 410.924.0223 (mobile)

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Angela Visintainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Listen in as Angela shares marketing, branding and advertising methods that are essential for your organization's marketing strategy here on the Eastern Shore. Contact: Angela Visintainer angela@mavenandsmith.com 410.924.0223 (mobile)

In this special episode, host Debbie Bowden presents her own insight as Director of the Caroline County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Listen in to hear how Debbie and her office provide support to the business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs of Caroline County.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Tom Barkin, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. This podcast episode was recorded on August 15, 2023 during Tom Barkin's recent visit to Caroline County, Maryland. Listen in to hear about his conversations today with local business leaders and stakeholders of our rural community.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Erin Silva, Project Manager at the Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC). Data visualization for businesses involves using graphical representations such as charts, graphs, maps, and dashboards to present complex data in a visually understandable and insightful manner. Listen in to hear how recent ESRGC projects enable local business owners to make informed decisions, identify trends, spot opportunities, and communicate their findings to stakeholders.

Host Debbie Bowden presents Part Two of the featured insight with Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. In this episode Kathleen and Leslie discuss regulations, environmental impacts, and current challenges of the antiquated zoning in Caroline County. Listen to hear how the Comprehensive Plan will initiate zoning reform Caroline County.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with two guests, Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. The topic of discussion is Caroline County's comprehensive plan which is a policy document created every 10 years that records the long-term objectives of our County and includes an action plan to achieve those goals. During the planning process, information, data and public opinions are collected to address: • Future Growth and Land Use • Housing • Economic Development • Transportation and Mobility • Infrastructure and Utilities • Parks, Natural Resources, and the Environment Listen in to hear how the input you provide and how your participation can help with the future planning efforts of Caroline County.

Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Christine Allison, Caroline County Business Owner. Her company, Webbed Presence, provides a host of web-related services for businesses and organizations. In this episode, Christy shares the essential components for creating a multi-faceted online presence to improve your company’s visibility and customer engagement. Listen in to hear the top recommendation she has for every single business!