Ryan McCrady is CEO of the Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance. Tune in as we talk about the SSGA, their role in economic development and of course, dive into details about the new Scheels Sports Park. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

In this episode, we talk music with Lance Stone who is the lead singer of Lick Creek. We cover life before Lick Creek all the way to where the band is today! You are not going to want to miss this one! Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

In this episode, Desiree Logsdon, Senior Vice President of Bunn Gourmet, joins us for a great conversation. We dive into the history of the company, but we also learn a lot about what sets her company apart from just your ordinary candy store. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

In this episode, we sit down with Douglas Pope who not only restored the Broadgauge building, but he also is a co-founder of HotPads and is VP of Rentals Engineering at Zillow. You are not going to want to miss this conversation. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

In this episode, we sit down with Robert Fair from Habitat For Humanity. Habitat's goal is to create and sustain simple, decent, affordable housing in partnership with the community. Robert talks about all they do in the community and what they have to offer to the Springfield area. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

In this episode, we sit down with Kirk Kellus, owner of Clean Impact. Clean Impact is a cleaning service that serves schools, clinics, churches, offices, and other amazing workplaces in the greater Springfield area. Listen to Kirk talk about his company from the start to where it is today. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

In this episode we sit down with the local rapper/producer CompositionC. We talk about everything from when he got started to future projects and everything in between. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Last day for the $2 for $1 match to support Compass for Kids! For every $1 you donate $2 more will be donated! Venmo them @compassforkids Compass For Kids is an organization with the mission to provide academic and social-emotional support to empower children and families underserved by our community. Their vision is that all children in our community experience success and reach their full potential. Shout out to Jeremy @ Landmark Ford for bringing Sarah on to talk about this great organization for a great cause! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Nicholas Koch works at TechGuard Security. Their goal is to ensure people, processes and technology align with cybersecurity and compliance best practices, with a tailored holistic solution created specifically with your organization in mind. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Robert Ferriell works with Student and Business Services at Capital Area Career Center. CACC's mission is to provide innovative career and technical education to our local school districts and the communities they serve. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Jake Rourke has been a producer with TROXELL since 2016 and this last year, he took over as the president of Local First Springfield. The mission of Local First Springfield is to provide consumer education on decisions that affect independent businesses and to encourage spending with local independent businesses in and around Springfield Illinois and Sangamon County. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Kenny Hyde is a Wellness and Fitness coach who focuses on helping his clients enjoy life, feel good again, and feel confident when they walk into a room! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Excited to have on Nick & Bailey with the new young professionals group, RISE Springfield. This group is a fantastic division of The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce focused on fostering professional development, resources, and networking opportunities for young emerging leaders. They recently volunteered at the Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS and have an event coming up Wednesday July 12 -- RISE & Shine with Young Professionals. Learn more about the group and see their full calendar here: https://www.gscc.org/rise/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS is back and Kate Peters is here to play Andrew in a game of ping pong.. and of course tell us some more about the Championship... Including FREE tickets courtesy of Visit Springfield, J&J Gaming VIP packages, FREE shuttle courtesy of Landmark Ford and much more! See the PGA stars of tomorrow today at this Korn Ferry event! Go get your tickets today at: https://www.memorialhealthchampionship.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Excited to welcome Desiree Logsdon (CILCSA Board Member & Senior Vice President w/ Bunn-O-Matic) and Kim Leistner Root (CILCSA Advisory Board Member & Director of Patient Experience w/ Springfield Clinic) to help promote this amazing event coming up! Austin Hatch, TWO-time plane crash survivor, former basketball player at Michigan and inspirational speaker is coming to Springfield and this is your chance to hear him tell his story.Brought to you FREE by the Central Illinois Customer Service Association, in collaboration with Springfield Clinic. Join us June 7th! There is a limited number of seats available so please RSVP here: https://conta.cc/3LYSLGH Learn more about CILCSA and support their cause here: cilcsa-springfield.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Loved having on local comedian Richard Bailey! Andrew met Richard years ago before he started doing comedy and then saw him recently at a comedy show that Ad Astra Wine Bar & Market had. Great to hear about his journey into comedy and learn a little more about the local comedy scene. Listen on your favorite platform: itbpodcast.com Check him out at: twitter.com/RichardBComedy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Demeion & Brent are on a mission to bring the fastest internet to everyone in central Illinois! Side note, did you know i3 Broadband originated from Family Video?! Craziness!Tune in on your favorite platform at itbpodbast.comCheck out our guests at: i3broadband.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Matt is the 5th generation of his family's 123 year old business here in Springfield, IL - O'Shea Builders. After battling addiction, Matt turned his life around and is now dedicated to his family and work. As the head of community engagement, he has helped with the Lanphier Trades Network, The Outlet, The Elite Program at the Peoria County Jail and much more. Tune in, hear his story and learn more about their amazing business! Enjoy on your fav platform here: itbpodcast.com Check out our guest at osheabuilders.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

Remember when you bought your first bicycle? That excitement of having your very own bike.. Well Jeremy & Landmark Ford are trying to give that excitement to kids throughout the community. Tune in to find out how you can help, win a bike and of course for another great conversation! Follow & support on your fav platform: itbpodcast.com Check out our guests at landmarkford.net --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support

These guys make cars, planes, semis, boats, the weiner mobile, the peanut mobile and pretty much any other vehicle look their best on a daily basis. From vehicle reconditioning to Tsunami Ceramic Coatings and detailing, Derek and Mike with Recon Techs have a nationwide business based right here in Springfield, IL. Follow & support on your fav platform: itbpodcast.com Check out our guests at recontechsspringfield.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ootboxmedia/support