Dan Cheshire, owner of multiple Dairy Queen locations and Secure Storage, joined me for episode number eight.

Since 1970, the Cheshire family has owned what we've come to know and love as Dairy Queen. What started as Burger Queen, transitioned to Druther's, and eventually became Dairy Queen. Secure Storage is Somerset's newest climate controlled self storage facility.

In this episode, we talked about

• the history of Dairy Queen locally
• how they've expanded
• applying lessons from Jocko Willink
• culture
• does Dairy Queen have a secret menu?
• Secure Storage
• Plans for 2021

If you're interesting in applying at one of Mr. Cheshire's Dairy Queen locations, you can:

• reach out to Dan directly [email protected]
• Reach out to any of the store General Managers
• Visit www.snagajob.com 

Interested in renting a storage unit at Secure Storage:

• reach out to Dan directly at 606-305-4252
• Visit www.securestorageky.com 

Teachers interested in having Dan speak at your school's career day also feel free to reach out to him!

Greg Gover, Area Director for Southeast Kentucky Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), joined me for episode number seven.

Since 1954, FCA has been challenging coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful platform of sport to reach every coach and every athlete with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.

In this episode, we keyed in on their upcoming 5th Annual FCA Thanksgiving meal. This is no doubt a community effort, and by partnering with God's Food Pantry, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Team Modern, Good Samaritan Thrift Store, New Life Industries, and several others, this Thanksgiving Day event at Somerset High School has fed nearly 6,000 people a warm Thanksgiving meal. All local high schools have students that volunteer at this event, and in many cases, pray with and for those receiving meals.

This event simply wouldn't happen without the generous support of the community partners and monetary contributions. Last year, less than $2,000 was spent to feed nearly 2,200 people.

If you'd like to donate to this cause, you can do so here: https://my.fca.org/greggover

You can leave a one-time gift specifically for this event, or set up monthly giving. You can also reach out to Greg below with a cash/check/food donation.

Interested in working with or being a FCA Team Chaplain:
Contact Greg Gover
606-872-1867
[email protected]

Michael Ray, Chief Financial Officer of Team Modern, joined me for episode number six.

Team Modern has been in business for over 50 years. What started as a jukebox and pinball machine company by the late Bill Ray, has transformed since into one of the largest family-owned wholesale distributors in Kentucky. From their C-Store distribution to Food Service, they are constantly evolving as a company to meet the ever-changing needs of the of their customers in today's world.

We talk how Team Modern has grown, the COVID impact, culture, and their new facility under construction.

Michael's book recommendation: Philip Yancey "What's So Amazing About Grace?" https://www.amazon.com/Whats-So-Amazing-About-Grace/dp/0310245656 

Michael's podcast recommendation: "Invest Like The Best" by Patrick O'Shaughnessy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/invest-like-the-best/id1154105909 

Catch the Mike and Mike Bible Study podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mike-and-mike-bible-study/id1512004898  

Interested in working at or want to learn more about Team Modern:
https://www.facebook.com/goteammodern
https://www.teammodern.com 
606-679-1178

Kasey Pennington of Mindsight Behavioral joined me for episode number five. Mindsight was founded in 2015, and provides a variety of services including individual, family, couples, and group counseling, telehealth, case management, peer support, mental health assessments, community support, and much, much more.

We talk niches, processes, culture, and how to work on your business so you can scale.

Kasey's article: "Everything You've Been Told About Confidence Is a Lie" https://www.consultwithkc.com/blog/confidence?fbclid=IwAR1yc8GFFyHKCHgXrimGAqVOghyyJN5PNDIz0sMR-fppoSvJX3DpV1mBO-Y 

Have questions for Kasey? https://www.facebook.com/hikaseycompton/ 

Interested in working at or want to learn more about Mindsight Behavioral Group:
https://www.facebook.com/mindsightbehavioral
https://www.mindsightbehavioral.com 

Derek Phillips of Deco Architects, Inc., joined me for episode number four. Deco Architects, Inc. is a professional architecture firm, offering the comprehensive building design services necessitated by contemporary construction. They have designed many incredible buildings right here in Lake Cumberland already including Conley Bottom Marina, the Farmer's Market in downtown Somerset, the V.A. Clinic, and many more. Their team is trained in the latest standards from The Kentucky Department of Education and their KFICS system, meaning they are well-prepared to tackle your education project.

We talk Ninja Turtles, dispel the myth you must live in a big city to have a career like architecture, HGTV Personalities, and much more...

Deco Architects, Inc.
https://www.facebook.com/DecoArchitects
https://www.decoarchitects.com 

Taylor Sears of Silent Guard joined me for this episode. Silent Guard has proudly served residents and businesses across Kentucky since 1994. Taylor joined the family business in 2019 after a stint with the Cincinnati Bengals, working directly under the Governor, and most recently with KY Economic Development. We talk about how Silent Guard has grown over the years, how his prior work experiences have shaped the changes he has helped implement including digitizing most of their operations, and why we should all "Seek Kaizen". There may also be a bonus feature of announcing their newest location...

Book Recommendation: "Traction" by Gino Wickman

Taylor Sears
[email protected]

Tony & Julie Roberts of Servpro of Pulaski & Laurel Counties, Servpro of Madison, Rockcastle, Garrard, & Lincoln Counties, Henderson, Webster, Union, McLean, & Crittenden Counties, and Servpro of Warrick, Spencer, & Dubois Counties joined me on this episode. We discussed why Servpro and why they chose to start their franchising in Lake Cumberland. It's no question a critical component of their success has come from the team first culture they've built which has enabled them to scale. We also had bonus feature of announcing their newest franchises in Western KY and Southern IN.

This episode was with Dr. Timothy Lonesky & Dr. Scott Lewis of Lake Cumberland Rheumatology. We discussed what brought them to Somerset, the processes they've implemented to allow and fuel their growth, the team culture they've built in their workplace, and a bonus feature of announcing their newest location now open in Bowling Green.