Elijah Riley | Big Gum Drop Outdoors | 2023 Summer Build Program
Release Date: 07/19/2023
Live A Life In Focus | CMC Media | Caden Connelly
The Engler Journey
Having a grit focused mindset will help you work through adversity. Caden understands this perspective because of the adversity he has faced in his life. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler Junior, Caden Connelly! He is the founder and owner of CMC Media where he tells the story of outdoor businesses and organizations. He has also given back to pediatric cancer families in Nebraska through Chasing a Cure. Tune into this episode and hear about the impact Caden has made on others through the Engler program.
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Growing Pastures and Reaching New Horizons | Sheridan Wilson
The Engler Journey
Find your courage to move forward with your purpose. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler Senior, Sheridan WiIson! She is planning on starting a consulting business for ranchers. When Sheridan graduates she hopes to consult ranchers by making their grazing plans more efficient. Sheridan sees opportunities for getting more out of pastures and wants to be a resource. Tune into this episode and hear how Sheridan has grown as a leader through her Engler Journey.
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Moments on Film | InfoFilm | Madison Kreifels
The Engler Journey
You are never tired when you get to work with people on what they love. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler Senior, Madison Kreifels! She is the owner and founder of InfoFilm where she informs people about the story of agriculture. Madison loves working with people in agriculture and being fulfilled by their life story. Tune into this episode and listen to Madison go through the film of her Engler Journey.
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Filling Your Bucket One Cup At A Time | The Good Life Roastery | Caleb Most
The Engler Journey
Sometimes you have to just start with what you have. Caleb understood this idea because he started out by using an air fryer to roast his coffee. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming current Engler sophomore, Caleb Most! He is the owner and founder of The Good Life Roastery and he provides high quality coffee. Caleb is passionate about bringing people together and positively impacting someone's day. Tune into this episode and grab a cup of coffee to hear about the journey Caleb has had through the good life.
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Swing…Aim…Let go! | Elite Breakaway Coaching | Jaya Nelson
The Engler Journey
“I play for the girls just like me who don't come from a rodeo family.” For Jaya, breakaway roping can be related to the basics of entrepreneurship. You start by swinging and thinking about your passions, then aim for what you want to achieve. Then, most importantly, you have to let go, take the risk and start your business. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming current Engler senior, Jaya Nelson! She is the owner and founder of Elite Breakaway Roping where she teaches young people how to breakaway rope. She came from a ranching family, not a rodeo family and she is giving back to young...
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Who much is given much is expected | Flying Y Leather | Sam Skavdahl
The Engler Journey
To see the beauty of a snowflake you have to stand in the cold. Sam knows that hardwork and dedication are vital to entrepreneurship. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler senior, Sam Skavdahl! He is the owner and founder of Flying Y Leather where he creates leather products from wallets to belts. He is also an inspiring poet and member of the Engler experience team! Tune into this episode to hear how Sam got involved in Engler and found his outlet for storytelling.
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Jump Over The Fence | Trailblazers | Nathaly Dragoo
The Engler Journey
Some of the most valuable skills are not often found inside of the school classroom. Nathaly found her classroom outisde in Curtis, Nebraska. Before, she had been on the outside of the fence, but decided to jump over into the agriculture industry. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming rising Engler junior, Nathaly Dragoo! She is the owner and founder of Trailblazers where she creates agricultural inspired clothing. She is advocating for the agriculture industry and hopes that we can be trailblazers by advocating for agriculture as well. Tune into this episode to hear how Nathaly continued to...
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Rolling into Entrepreneurship | Alexa Carter | Rising Rolls Baking Company
The Engler Journey
You can be unsure about what you want to do, but still be on the right track. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming a rising Engler sophmore, Alexa Carter! She is the founder and owner of Rising Roll Baking Company where she combines two Nebraska favorites; chili and cinnamon rolls! Her family has strong connections to entreprenuership and she believes that there are so many opportunties available for people to get started. Tune into the episode to hear how Alexa continued to find her passion for baking through the Engler program!
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Carving Out The Journey | Seth Wright | Scrappy Woodworks
The Engler Journey
Never doubt yourself by thinking you aren't cut out for entrepreneurship. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming a future Engler senior, Seth Wright! He is the founder and owner of the business Scrappy Woodworks which upcycles scrap wood. Through his business he creates cutting boards to picture frames and so much more. Seth enjoys his business because he can make an impact on so many lives by creating unique woodworking pieces. Tune into this episode to hear how Seth has found a passion for woodworking through the Engler program!
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The Driver's Seat | Abby Miller | Pat On Tap and Abby Miller Photography
The Engler Journey
Stick with your heart and do what you really love. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming a recent Engler graduate, Abby Miller! She is the owner and founder of Pat On Tap and Abby Miller Photography. Through both of her businesses she creates precious memories by making an impact on people's lives. Abby enjoys doing her businesses because she gets to do what she loves and provide quality work for communities. Tune into this episode to hear how Abby literally chose the driver's seat and starts taking control of her life journey.
info_outlineThis summer, Fire in the Belly is focusing on the Engler Entrepreneurs who have committed to the climb. Elijah Riley is our third Summer Build Program student to be on the podcast. This cohort, led by Brennan Costello, provides Engler Entrepreneurs with community and accountability as they navigate and fine tune the many processes necessary to advance their businesses right alongside their peers. Elijah sits down to tell us about his story and what he is pursuing this summer and what he hopes to learn.