In this episode, Nathan Schock interviews Jason Miersma, Vice President of Mahlander's Appliance and Lighting, exploring the history, culture, and future of this family-owned business. They discuss leadership, customer service, adapting to change, and building a cohesive team in a competitive market.

In this episode, I sit down with Chad Kooiman, founder of Ultimate Automotive, to trace his journey from a small franchise shop to a thriving two-location business built on culture, trust, and community.

Chad shares how he started in 2000 under the All Tune and Lube franchise while still in college, hustling for customers through coupons before eventually breaking out on his own. We dig into his people-first philosophy — how he takes care of his team, runs the business alongside his wife, and has evolved from technician to CEO. He also walks me through what makes Ultimate Automotive different: a free ride service for customers, an unconventional pay structure, and a culture of curiosity that's getting his team ready for EVs and self-driving vehicles.

If you're building something that lasts, this one's for you.

Stephanie Csornok shares her journey from broadcasting to founding Digital Downsizing, a niche business preserving family memories through digital conversion. Discover how her background, emotional connections to memories, and strategic marketing have shaped her entrepreneurial success.

Dan Frisch, co-owner and president of Cullen Insulation, shares his journey from college to leading a successful insulation business across multiple states. Discover how strategic growth, maintaining company culture, and attention to detail drive their success.

In this special episode, Nathan Schock joins Eric Brooker on the Counsel Culture podcast for a powerful conversation about growth, clarity, and building cultures that last.

As a guest on Eric’s show, Nathan unpacks the hidden reason customer experience often breaks during growth: unclear culture. If you’ve ever wondered why things start slipping as your company scales, this conversation goes straight to the root

In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, host Nathan Schock interviews Andi Broneske, branch manager and estimator at Stimatic, a restoration company. Andi shares his journey from being a business owner to working for Stimatic, discussing the challenges and rewards of both roles. He emphasizes the importance of empathy in customer service, especially in the restoration industry, where clients are often facing difficult situations. The conversation also touches on the growth of Stimatic, the significance of finding the right team members, and the future goals of the company.

In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Clint Davis, founder of Clint Davis Counseling and Integrated Wellness. Clint shares his personal journey into counseling, driven by his own experiences with trauma and PTSD. He discusses the challenges and growth of building his counseling practice, emphasizing the importance of community impact, accountability, and the role of churches in supporting mental health. Clint also highlights the significance of maintaining relationships and personal well-being as a leader, and he shares his vision for the future, including the launch of a nonprofit to connect counseling with church support.

In this episode of Building Loved Businesses, Nathan Schock interviews Addie Corby, the founder of Little Sweets Cake Design. Addie shares her journey from being a high school art teacher to starting her own custom cake business. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from a stable job to entrepreneurship, including the unconventional funding method she used through surrogacy. The conversation also touches on the impact of COVID-19 on her business, the importance of building a supportive team culture, and the lessons learned from partnerships. Addie shares her aspirations for the future of her bakery, including innovative ideas like cake jar vending machines.