Banker With A Beer: A Podcast Series by Northwestern Bank
Join Jerry Kuehl, an experienced banker and fine malt beverage connoisseur, as he shares insights on financial matters with Scott Montesano and their guests through the lens of a frosted mug.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 184
05/13/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 184
In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl sits down with Jeff Halloin, Attorney with Landmark Company and member of Gateway Industrial Park Corp. Topics discussed include: How the sale of land to Walmart launched Gateway’s expansion on the NW side of Eau Claire The fading focus of job growth with economic development Value of ‘mega’ projects for the Chippewa Valley County T Expansion (Gateway Northwest) Beverage Enjoyed: Leinenkugal’s Northwoods Amber Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 183
05/06/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 183
In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Jarad Bilhorn, Owner of 3rd and Vine and Jerry Bauer, NB Director Topics discussed include: Pairing beer with food West Coast craft brewing vs Midwest Craft brewing The 3rd and Vine experience What is special about Eau Claire Beverage Enjoyed: Giant Jone’s Dubbel Diest Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 182
04/29/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 182
In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with David Solberg, Deputy Manager of the City of Eau Claire Topics discussed include: Managing the growth of Eau Claire Challenges facing the city Creating affordable housing, residential density Infrastructure “Wish List” Eau Claire 2045 Beverage Enjoyed: A&W Diet Cream Soda Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website . We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 181
04/22/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 181
In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Traci Hollister, CPA and Partner Wipfli, LLP Topics discussed include: Maintaining customer loyalty and positive client experience with fewer staff Accounting Automation Keeping financial Data Secure Less about bookkeeping, more about data analytics Preparing your own taxes Beverage Enjoyed: Schofferhofer Grapefruit Wheat Beer Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 180
04/15/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 180
In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Charity Zich, Airport Director Chippewa Valley Regional Airport Topics discussed include: Sun Country Results EAU’s status as an Essential Service airport Change in the travelers utilizing the airport Airport Construction Updates Beverage Enjoyed: Leinie’s Summer Shandy Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 179
04/08/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 179
In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Karen Hebert, Group Benefits Broker of spectrum Benefits Solutions Topics discussed include: How to Think about Health Care and its Financing Pivoting away from Employee Provided health Insurance. Incentivizing Folks to Take Charge of their Own Health Beverage Enjoyed: Two Can Play at this Game, Tripping Animals Brewing, Doral, FL Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.
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Banker With A Beer Episode 178
04/01/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 178
Operational Referendum Challenges of Socia Media Career Readiness Mental Health of Youth Guest: Jeff Holm, Superintendent Chippewa Falls Unified School District Beverage Enjoyed: Sprecher Root Beer
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Banker With A Beer Episode 177
03/19/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 177
Moving from New Jersey (in a pandemic) An outsider’s view of the Chippewa Valley Why journalism? Relevancy of TV news in 2024 Guest: Leeann Stapleton, Morning News Anchor for WEAU Beverage Enjoyed: Hacker Pschorr Munich Gold
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Banker With A Beer Episode 176
03/11/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 176
The role trusts play in transferring wealth from one generation to the next Services offered by trust companies Supporting family members who are unable to support themselves End of Life Planning Issues Featured Guest: Jason Munz, Vice President of Trust PointBeverage Enjoyed: St. Fevillien Grand Cru
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Banker With A Beer Episode 175
02/19/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 175
2023 Wisconsin Banker’s Association “Banker of the Year” Healthcare Task Force Economic Health of the Chippewa Valley Future of Community Banking Guest: Jerry Jacobson, President and CEO of Northwestern Bank Beverage Enjoyed: Leinenkugel’s Honey Weiss
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Banker With A Beer Episode 174
02/13/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 174
Coaching CEOs and Executives Stress in Leadership Positions Warning Signs of Stress Traits of a good CEO Suggestions for a healthy lifestyle for company leaders Guest: Brent Hafele, CEO of Vibrancy Unlocked Beverage Enjoyed: Erdinger Dunkel, Erding Germany
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Banker With A Beer Episode 173
02/07/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 173
Current Information on the closing of Sacred Heart and St Joseph Hospitals History of the Hospital Sisters in the Chippewa Valley Likely impacts of the closures on the Chippewa Valley Benefits and Services being offered to existing patients and staff Guest: Nick Berger, former Client Service Executive of HSHS (Hospital Sisters Health System) Beverage Enjoyed: Kwak Belgium Ale
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Banker With A Beer Episode 172
01/22/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 172
Trends in building construction Availability of materials and labor Working in the Chippewa Valley compared with the rest of the US Forecast for 2024 Guest: Peter Hoeft, Owner of Hoeft Construction. Beverage Enjoyed: Montucky Cold Snack
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Banker With A Beer Episode 171
01/15/2024
Banker With A Beer Episode 171
Trends in Chippewa Valley crime / security Effectiveness of security systems Monitoring a second home or your home when away Things everyone should do to protect their home / car Guest: Chris Lokken Customer Service Manager, Tru Lock Beer Enjoyed: Juneau Juice, Alaskan Brewing
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Banker With A Beer Episode 170
12/18/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 170
Topics discussed include: What is a die? Types of products manufactured with a die Chippewa Valley position as epicenter of US die production Future improvements / trends Guest: Doug Darrow, Owner of Allied Dies Beverage Enjoyed: Bundaberg Ginger Beer
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Banker With A Beer Episode 169
12/13/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 169
Cyber Security Training Facility Record Enrollment Integration of programs with high schools and area universities Enhancing student extracurricular options Guest: Dr. Sunem Beaton Garicia, President Chippewa Valley Technical College Beer Enjoyed: Delirium Noel
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Banker With A Beer Episode 168
12/04/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 168
What is One Auto Group? Challenges / Benefits of selling vehicles of different manufactures Role of a local dealership in the world of Tesla Are electric cars a good for the upper Midwest? Brands you would like to bring to the Chippewa Valley Guest: Bill Bertrand, Co-Owner One Auto Group Beer Enjoyed: Tweak, Avery Brewing Boulder CO
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Banker With A Beer Episode 167
11/27/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 167
The transition from CoLab to The Coven The role of entrepreneurship in the Pablo Group Colab’s place in the local entrepreneurial space Joining The Coven community Guest: Elaine Coughlin, Director of Investment and Entrepreneurship, The Pablo Group Beverage Enjoyed: Kul Mocks, NA Craft Mocktail
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Banker With A Beer Episode 166
11/21/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 166
Business Programs and services offered by Regional Planning What to prepare prior to meeting with WCWRP Favorite Start up Stories Advice for prospective entrepreneurs Guest: Tobi Lemahiew, Fund Manager West Central WI Regional Planning Beverage Enjoyed: Saranac Root Beer , Utica NY
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Banker With A Beer Episode 165
11/13/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 165
Turning your passion into your business Trends in youth sporting equipment Does spending more money for equipment yield better playing results? Will youth sports transition from school teams to club teams? The future of youth sports Guests: Lance Gurney and Brian Stelle, Owners of Play It Again Sports Beer Enjoyed: Lazy Monk Scottish Ale
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Banker With A Beer Episode 164
11/08/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 164
Chippewa Valley Growth: Opportunities and Challenges Retail Housing Transportation Career Opportunities Guest: Tracey Smiskey, NB Eau Claire Area Market President Beer Enjoyed: Bourbon Barrel Stout, Central Waters Brewing Co. Amherst WI
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Banker With A Beer Episode 163
10/23/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 163
Status of elementary education post COVID Teaching students with learning gaps Falling ACT scores Advice for parents attempting to support their children academically Guest: Dr. Heidi Eliopoulos, Superintendent Altoona School District Beer Enjoyed: Karmeliet Tripel, Belgium
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Banker With A Beer Episode 162
10/17/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 162
Topics – Role of Wisconsin Famers Union Kamp Kenwood Connecting consumers with the source of their food Development of Food Market in downtown Chippewa Falls Changing nature of farming Guest: Jackie Boos, Facilities Director, Wisconsin Famers Union Beer(s) Enjoyed: 3 Sheeps Pils (3 Sheeps Brewing Co - Sheyboygan) and Good City Pills (Milwaukee)
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Banker With A Beer Episode 161
10/11/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 161
Topics – Discussion on Mike’s new book ‘Forty Acres Deep” Prevalence of metal illness in the farming community Challenges / opportunities of self-publishing Wisconsin PBS Series: ‘Michael Perry on the Road’ Michael Perry and the Long Beds Guest: Michael Perry - Author, performer, musician, and occasional farmer Beverage: Guinness Non-Alcoholic Draught
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Banker with A Beer Episode 160
10/02/2023
Banker with A Beer Episode 160
Project Updates Transit Center Block 7 (Menomonie Market Co Op & apartments) Cannery District Former Shopko Site Multi-family Housing Carson Park’s Future UWEC Projects Guest: Aaron White, Community Development Director Beer Enjoyed: Paulaner Salvator Doppelbock
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Banker With A Beer Episode 159
09/18/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 159
Development at Chippewa Crossings Wisconsin Farmer’s Union downtown market / relocation City expansion / industrial needs New battery factory State land transfer Guest: Brad Hentschel, City of Chippewa Falls Planner Beer Enjoyed: Paulaner Oktoberfest
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Banker With A Beer 158
09/05/2023
Banker With A Beer 158
What is a food bank? Status of food security in western Wisconsin Newly expanded facility Volunteer status/opportunities Guest: Suzanne Becker, Executive Director Feed My People Food Bank Beer Enjoyed: Abita Amber Lager, Abita Brewing, Abita Springs, LA
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Banker With A Beer Episode 157
08/28/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 157
State of UWEC Value of a college education Impact of the new science building Sonnentag Center Simpson Field Guest: Chancellor Jim Schmidt, UW Eau Claire Beer Enjoyed: Gunpowder IPA The Brewing Projekt
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Banker With A Beer Episode 156
08/21/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 156
History of WWIB / WOGO Operating a commercial Christian radio station Leaning into local Sports broadcasting Staying relevant Guests: Greg and Sue Steward, Stewards of Sound WWIB / WOGO Radio Beverage Enjoyed: Fever Tree Ginger Beer
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Banker With A Beer Episode 155
08/07/2023
Banker With A Beer Episode 155
The legacy of Olson's Ice Cream Working as a family team The Eau Claire location Culver's restaurants in Florida Advice to would be entrepreneurs Guests: Dan and Jeremy Hunt, Olson's Ice Cream Beer Enjoyed: Boddington's Pub ale, Manchester UK
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