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ConversActions

ConversActions cuts through the noise with conversations that lead to action. Hosted by Bill Mitchell, each episode brings you unique perspectives, practical advice, and strategies from business leaders that you can apply to your own life or business. With over 20 years of experience connecting companies to growth opportunities, Bill Mitchell brings a wealth of knowledge to the ConversActions podcast. His mission? To help you learn from the best and apply those lessons to your journey.

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25:18

The Heart of the Harvest: Resilience, Patience and...

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2025/11/25

Mary Brazeau Brown is the president of Glacial Lake Cranberries and the fourth generation of her family’s farm. She joins ConversActions to explore the traditions, stories, and sustainable practices behind Wisconsin’s iconic fruit. From the fascinating origin of Glacial Lake Cranberries to the year-round work of growing and harvesting, Mary shares wisdom passed down through generations and lessons in patience, resilience, and gratitude - a wonderful fit for our Thanksgiving episode!In this episode,

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25:34

How a Brewer Turned Passion into Profit and Built...

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2025/11/13

Grant Pauly, founder of 3 Sheeps Brewing, shares a story that starts in his family’s concrete business and takes a bold turn into beer – after a handshake deal at a local brewpub launched what’s now a thriving, award-winning brewery known for creativity and craftsmanship. He built 3 Sheeps Brewing from the ground up, balancing passion with practicality, and along the way learned how to build a brand that stands out in a crowded market, manage supplier relationships the right way, let customer demand

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28:14

Discipline, Dough, and Doing the Work: The Madison...

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2025/10/30

Andrew Hutchison is the president and head baker at Madison Sourdough. What starts as a story about bread becomes one about craft, resilience, and legacy.Andrew shares how a fine arts degree – and even getting fired from his first bakery shift – led him to discover the discipline and patience behind great bread and great leadership. He and Bill explore how fermentation, teamwork, and time shape not only dough but culture and business.If you believe success is built through consistency, not

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29:52

Innovating Family Travel – Water Parks, Staycations...

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2025/10/16

Host Bill Mitchell sits down with Eric Lund, CEO of S&L Hospitality and a driving force behind Great Wolf Resorts, the brand that reinvented family vacations with the indoor water park.Eric shares how Great Wolf grew from a clever idea into a nationwide phenomenon, the hurdles of financing a brand-new resort model, and why a people-first culture still drives success. He also looks ahead at the future of hospitality: tech, personalization and keeping family experiences at the core.In this

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28:02

Tomorrow Needs You: Lessons in Employee Wellbeing &...

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2025/10/02

Meredith Baciak, Wellness Coordinator at Miron Construction, joins the show to share how meeting people where they are – whether on bustling job sites or in quiet one-on-ones - is reshaping mental health in a traditionally tough industry. Meredith explains why wellness at Miron goes far beyond tracking steps or reducing insurance costs. It’s about human connection, fostering a culture where it’s okay not to be okay, and making sure every worker hears the same message: tomorrow needs you.In this

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23:58

Building a Resilient Specialty Paper Business in a...

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2025/09/18

Sometimes the most essential innovations are the ones you never see. In this episode, Cindy White, President and CEO of Channeled Resources Group, takes us inside the surprising world of release liners –the unsung heroes behind labels, bandages, and packaging.Cindy shares how the company evolved from traditional recycling to innovative manufacturing, all while championing sustainability and navigating the challenges of tariffs and global trade. You’ll also hear insights on leading a

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24:05

Blending Family, Hospitality, and Innovation at...

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2025/09/02

Sara Antonson is co-owner of Riverbend Winery & Distillery in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. She joins ConversActions to share how her family transformed Riverbend into a welcoming community hub after taking ownership in 2022, blending family values, hospitality, and innovation. From navigating supply chain hurdles to leveraging social media, she offers candid insights into the challenges and rewards of running a family-owned winery. You will also hear practical lessons on teamwork, customer

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28:08

All Creatures Great & Small

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2025/08/05

Team-Driven Veterinary SuccessListen in as Dr. Kara Nelsen, founder of Allied Emergency Veterinary Services shares her journey from emergency vet to building a five-location clinic network. Discover how her commitment to harmony and empowering her team fuels resilience in a competitive industry. 3 Key TakeawaysTeam Focus Drives Quality CareThrough an ‘administration-light’ structure Kara makes sure the teams are directly involved in decision-making. Allied maintains a strong culture where teams feel

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30:32

Trusted Spaces - Purposeful Places

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2025/07/10

Nurturing Dreams at Work: The Evolution of Coaching atMiron ConstructionIn this episode, Eric Marcoe shares the story behind Miron Construction’s innovative Dream Project, how coaching has evolved within the company and lessons for fostering personal growth and safe conversations at work.3 Key Takeaways:Dream Project OriginsInspired by the book The Dream Manager by Mathew Kelly, Miron Construction embraced the concept of supporting employees’ personal and professional growth. Over time, Eric’s role

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30:10

The Missing Link - To Success

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2025/06/13

LinkedIn Success with Wayne BreitbarthIn this episode, host Bill Mitchell welcomes Wayne Breitbarth, one of the nation’s top LinkedIn trainers, to talk about all things LinkedIn for business professionals and entrepreneurs.Wayne shares his journey from office furniture salesman to LinkedIn authority, discusses how the platform evolved from a job search site to a broad business hub, and reveals practical strategies for leveraging LinkedIn for sales, networking, recruiting, and personal branding. Here

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23:50

Betting the Farm

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2025/05/15

Betting the Farm: A 5th-Generation Dairy Farmer Tees Up Golf Success Ever wondered what it takes to swap milking cows for managing fairways? In this episode, Jessica Blaska-Grady, the general manager at Kestrel Ridge and The Oaks golf courses shares the inspiring journey from her family’s dairy tradition to running two thriving Wisconsin golf courses. Tune in as she uncovers the lessons in a Midwest work ethic, family business dynamics and succeeding in a local community. Here are 3 Key

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27:05

Inflammation Nation

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2025/05/01

HealingInflammationwithChefLaurenPosaThis week ConversActionswelcomes ChefLaurenPosa,wellness advocate and energyforcebehind TheFarmacy–A RestorativeEatery. We learn why so many common foods aremakingyousicker – often without you realizing it. Inthisepisode Lauren explainshowthe right foods can fight inflammation and improve our overall wellbeing. ChefLaurenrevealsherjourneythroughadevastatingillness,thebusinessmistakesshemade and a few strategiesto help us master healthy eating

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26:00

Co-Pack Go!

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2025/04/17

Octopi Brewing is another great example of our guest business leaders revealing success lessons, in this case the ability to weather mistakes along the way. This week, we chat with Isaac Showacki, the mastermind behind Octopi Brewing. He distills the basics of the craft beer scene and how he built Octopi into one of the Midwest’s biggest contract brewing companies. Here’s what’s on tap in this episode:The Magic of Contract Brewing: It’s more than brewing beer—it’s a smart, scalable business model

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29:37

Zebras and Camels and Geckos - Oh My!

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2025/04/03

Zebras and Camels and Geckos – Oh My!How does an electrical engineer create an innovative early childhood education model? Bob Davis, founder of Little Explorer and Inspire Early Childhood Learning Center, faced countless funding rejections before breaking through. In this episode, learn how Bob turned every setback into an opportunity, engineering a unique educational model that fosters creativity and future success.3 Key Takeaways from This EpisodeTurning Passion into Impact – Bob’s journey

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35:21

Gemütlichkeit: Warmth, Good Cheer - and Pretzels!

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2025/03/20

In today’s ConversActions podcast, we explore the twists and turns of authentic Bavarian soft pretzels with Matt Wessel, the co-owner and CEO of Milwaukee Pretzel. Matt’s origin story begins with unforgettable beer garden experiences in Munich with his wife and soon-to-be business partner Katie. Matt shares that journey of turning a love for German culture (and irresistible pretzels) into a business built on quality, customer service and inspired leadership.Here’s what you’ll discover:From Munich to

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38:14

Lettuce Learn: Where Food Intersects With Life

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2025/03/06

Lettuce Learn: Where Food Intersects With LifeExplore the transformative power of localized food systems with groundbreaking Flex Farm technology. President Alex Tyink shares how Fork Farms is making fresh food accessible, revolutionizing indoor farming and fostering sustainable growth. We Harvested 3 Takeaways:Food Systems Innovation: Learn how Alex took his passion for fresh food and turned it into a scalable technology that operates on 75% less energy. Fork Farms' innovative approach is

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20:10

Showing Their Mettle: A Trio of Leaders Teaming Up...

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2025/02/20

Showing Their Mettle: A Trio of Leaders Builds Success Explore the inspiring story of Benz Metal Products and learn how strategic relationships have propelled this family-owned business to new heights. Tune in to uncover the secrets behind their nearly 100% customer retention rate.Here are 3 Key Takeaways:Building Strong Relationships:Benz Metal's incredible customer retention rate is a testament to the power of fostering strong, problem-solving relationships rather than treating customer

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22:58

Life-Long Learning: Leaders 'Thinking in Centuries'

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2025/01/17

Life-Long Learning: Leaders ‘Thinking in Centuries’Ever wondered what it takes to thrive in a multi-generational family business? Join us as we uncover the journey of Matt Powell, CEO of Century Companies, and learn the secrets of leadership, stewardship, and personal growth. Here are 3 Key Takeaways:1️⃣ Legacy of Resilience: Understanding your organization's origin is crucial. Matt shares how his great-grandfather's perseverance during the Great Depression shaped the company's DNA and how

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44:01

Success Insights from a Pizzaiolo: A Dude Who Slings...

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2025/01/17

Success Insights from a Pizzaiolo: A Dude Who Slings PizzaA pizzaiolo (peet-suh-yoh-loh) can refer to anyone contributing to the success of pizza making, whether chefs, restaurants, or manufacturers of pizza like our podcast, guest, Nick Fallucca. Palermo's Pizza transformed from a small family bakery and restaurant into an innovation leader in the frozen pizza industry. Nick shares many insights that would be of value to entrepreneurs and growing business owners alike.Here are 3 Key Takeaways:1️⃣

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