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We Spoke

We Spoke

Written by: Stacy Elwell-Chalmers
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We Spoke’s goal is to take you inside the heart of Auburn's business scene. Every episode, we sit down with creative and determined entrepreneurs who are shaping our community, one idea at a time. Hear from businesses such as WildFlower Bakery, Fungi Farms, and new startup BandIt Duck Calls. We Spoke is a podcast from the Harbert College of Business.© 2026 Stacy Elwell-Chalmers Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Ep. 17 – Driving the Future: The Story Behind Glory EV
    May 19 2026

    Olkaris Marandu is the founder of Glory EV, an electric vehicle company focused on redefining low-speed transportation through sustainable, stylish, and practical electric vehicles. Under Olkaris’ leadership, the company has built a reputation for innovation, customization, and customer-focused design, providing EV solutions for neighborhoods, campuses, resorts, and community travel. With a vision centered on accessibility and the future of mobility, Glory EV continues to expand its impact in the growing electric vehicle industry. Tune in to We Spoke to hear Olkaris’ entrepreneurial journey, the story behind Glory EV, and his perspective on the future of transportation.

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    16 mins
  • Ep. 16 - Innovation Starts Here: Joshua Sahib and Auburn’s Startup Ecosystem
    May 19 2026

    Joshua Sahib is an entrepreneur, educator, and startup advocate dedicated to helping entrepreneurs turn ideas into sustainable businesses. As Managing Director of the Lowder Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurship at Auburn University Harbert College of Business, Joshua leads programs that support students, founders, and small business owners across Alabama through mentorship, startup resources, pitch competitions, and entrepreneurial education. A founder himself, Joshua has launched multiple businesses spanning technology, software, and creative industries, bringing real-world entrepreneurial experience into every conversation. Tune in to We Spoke to hear Joshua’s perspective on innovation, entrepreneurship, and how Auburn’s growing startup ecosystem is helping shape the next generation of business leaders.

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    45 mins
  • Ep. 15 – A Lifetime of Leadership: Lessons from Ralph Olson
    May 19 2026

    Ralph Olson is a longtime business leader, strategist, and mentor whose career has spanned some of the country’s most recognizable companies and industries. From helping develop the 2-liter plastic bottle at Pepsi to leading major organizations including E-Z-GO Golf Cars, Sherwin-Williams, Gibson Greetings, and R.A. Jones, Ralph has spent decades building businesses, leading turnarounds, and mentoring future leaders. Today, he continues to advise organizations and entrepreneurs through strategic consulting and leadership development. Tune in to We Spoke to hear Ralph’s incredible journey through American business leadership, innovation, and the lessons he’s learned from a lifetime of leading people and companies.

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    42 mins
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