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Williston Works

Summary: Williston Works brings you in-depth discussions with entrepreneurs, small business owners and investors that are getting it done in Western North Dakota. Hosted by Shawn Wenko, the Executive Director of Williston Economic Development, Williston Works finds out what it takes to make it in the Bakken.

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Podcasts:

 James & Summer Wilda (Dirty Dough Cookies) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:15:49

Join us in Season 6, Episode 3 of the Williston Works podcast as we dive into the sweet success of Dirty Dough! From the challenges of bringing a gourmet cookie franchise to the heart of Williston to the sweet victory of being a top-performing store, James and Summer Wilda share their entrepreneurial journey! Watch the podcast now!

 Dr. Bernell Hirning, Kristal Schmit & Paula Lankford (Workforce Panel Discussion) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:24:30

Get ready for an important and insightful conversation about workforce challenges and solutions in Season 6, Episode 2, of the Williston Works podcast. In this episode, Dr. Bernell Hirning, Kristal Schmit, and Paula Lankford, explore the obstacles and opportunities in tackling the labor shortage. www.cityofwilliston.com #willistonworkspodcast #entrepreneurs #SuccessStory #podcast

 Jeremy Stahowiak and Eli Black (The Range) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:19:40

We are kicking off Season 6 with a hole-in-one duo, featuring Jeremy Stahowiak and Eli Black from The Range Indoor Golf and Shooting Complex. ️⛳️ Not only is The Range our new recording location, but is a true story of entrepreneurship, success, and the journey of bringing a top-notch facility to Williston. From golfing tales to shooting challenges, this episode will give you a glimpse into the vibrant offerings and community of Williston.  Don't miss out! Catch our first episode of Season 6 for a dose of inspiration and the American dream in action.

 Larry & Jared Medhurst (ACES Energy Services) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:17:46

In this Williston Works podcast, Larry Medhurst and Jared Medhurst talk about starting their family-owned oilfield business in Williston. ACES Energy Services LLC provides hotshot and transportation services, rentals and mechanical filtration systems.

 Keith Olson (Small Business Development Center) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:13:41

In this Williston Works podcast, Keith Olson, regional director at the Small Business Development Center in Williston, explains how his office provides free business advice to area entrepreneurs.

 Janie Cox (Happy Families Daycare) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:17:48

In this week's Williston Works podcast, Janie Cox, owner of Happy Families Daycare, talks about starting and expanding her childcare business in Williston. Janie opened an in-home daycare in 2015, expanded to New Hope Williston in 2017, and is growing her business again at Williston State College.

 Anna Nelson (Williston Chamber of Commerce) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:24:59

In episode 4 of the 2022 Williston Works Podcast, Shawn Wenko interviews Anna Nelson, president of the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce, about her mission and goals for the group.

 Dr. Suess, Dr. Kirby & Dr. Erickson (Milestone Health Partners) | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:24:50

In Episode 3 of the 2022 Williston Works podcast series, Shawn Wenko talks with the owners of Milestone Health Partners about starting a business and building a new facility in Williston.

 Hunter Berg (WSC Foundation) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:23:06

In our latest episode of the Williston Works Podcast, we sit down with Hunter Berg (WSC Foundation) and talk about the many ways that the WSC Foundation supports its students, what brought Hunter to Williston and the history and impact of the WSC Foundation.

 Matt Clark (Williston Fire Department) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:22:21

Williston Economic Development introduces Season 5 of its Williston Works Podcast. The first episode features host Shawn Wenko talking with Matt Clark, Williston Fire Chief, about the the Williams County public safety tax. A measure to renew the tax will be on the November 8, 2022 General Election ballot. A renewal would extend the tax to March 31, 2035.

 Steve Kemp (Wellspring Hydro) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:22:59

On the final episode of season 4, Shawn Wenko interviews Steve Kemp with Wellspring Hydro about the functions of his business and its benefits to the Williston area.

 Rachel Laqua (City of Williston Planning & Zoning/Wayfinding Committee) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:20:19

This week on the Williston Works Podcast, Rachel Laqua with the City of Williston Planning & Zoning/Wayfinding Committee is interviewed by Shawn Wenko. Laqua discusses development projects for Williston.

 Kenley Nebeker (TrainND Northwest) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:23:30

This week, Shawn Wenko interviews Kenley Nebeker of TrainND Northwest. Nabeker explains the training programs offers through TrainND Northwest and how they have been benefit to the Bakken area.

 Ian & Tricia Anderson (Pronghorn Well Service) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:18:35

Ian and Tricia Anderson of Pronghorn Well Service discuss the highs and lows of their entrepreneurial journey. The Anderson discuss their determination and how it has paid of with success.

 Kari Hauge (Exhale Yoga & Wellness Center) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:12:03

This week's Williston Works Podcast features the owner of Exhale Yoga & Wellness Center. Kari Hauge discusses why she returned to Williston and opened a business after living elsewhere for four years.

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