Behind the Bow Tie

This week's guest: Rory Kelly, Owner - CellOnly

Taking what you experience on Sunday in church and applying it throughout the week at work can be a challenge. The Faith and Business Conference is for business owners, managers, community leaders and anyone that seeks to integrate their faith into the workplace. As the owner of CellOnly, Rory does more than provide leadership, he fosters a family culture unlike any other that has spread throughout the company.

A few short years after becoming a partner at CellOnly, the company grew from just one location to serving customers in over 40 markets across 7 states, employing over 170 team members. Rory‘s passion for better customer service led to his Golden Rule – nobody at CellOnly is allowed to say no without permission. The rule, which is known by employees at all levels, embodies the company’s commitment to doing everything possible to help guests.

Having achieved many accomplishments, Rory most recently was awarded the Master Grad certificate from Rapport International, a leadership institute known for helping individuals to recognize their talents and purpose.

Hosted By: Johnny Noel - abbusiness.com

Producer: Charley Illg - digitalplainsmedia.com

This week’s guest: Brian Roegiers, Executive Director - McCrossan Boys Ranch

For more than 64 years, McCrossan Boys Ranch has changed the lives of many young men. It is their goal to continue providing New Hope for a Better Life for many, many years to come.

Brian Roegiers, Executive Director

Brian has been the Executive Director at McCrossan Boys Ranch since 1998. He has over 40 years of experience in the Child and Youth Care field. Brian has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Corrections and Sociology from Mankato State University, as well as a Master of Science Degree in Child and Youth Care Administration from Nova Southeastern University. He also holds a Certificate of Excellence in Non-Profit Leadership and Management. In his free time, Brian enjoys golfing, fishing and competes in Masters Track and Field.

McCrossan Boys Ranch: Providing New Hope for a Better Life.

Hosted By: Johnny Noel - A&B Business

Producer: Charley Illg - Digital Plains Media

This week’s guest is Patrick Griesgraber - Sales Manager at A&B Business Solutions. Patrick started his career at A&B Business Solutions as a Technology Consultant 14 years ago with the goal of helping businesses solve problems, improve business processes while increasing profits. Since becoming Sales Manager 3 years ago, his role  has been to recruit, train, motivate with the primary mission to help each person on his team meet their personal and professional goals through on-going development, training, and support.

WHAT WE DO & WHY

A&B Business is a facilitator for businesses that understand the value of efficiency and reliable service. We offer a variety of services, products, and equipment, each designed to help you make your business run smoother.

A&B has grown from one office with three employees to 14 locations in five states with more than 120 full time employees. The company has grown to provide a wide range of service and product offerings. A&B is committed to staying ahead of the curve, and being each of its customers’ strongest resource.

Are you a self-starter? If so, A&B Business can provide you with an excellent opportunity to grow professionally and personally.

We are always on the lookout for talented, self-motivated people to join our growing team.

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Hosted By: Johnny Noel - A&B Business Solutions - abbusiness.com

Producer: Charley Illg - Digital Plains Media - digitalplainsmedia.com

This episode’s guest: Steven Schmidt - Chief Revenue Officer, SellX & Co-Host of the "Level Up" Podcast

Steve has 22 years of experience with building sales and marketing teams from startups to fortune 200 companies. As a Sales Leader and Entrepreneur Steve has led some of the highest-performing sales teams across the globe at organizations such as T-Mobile, AT&T, and most recently We Shield. He has an unbridled passion for people, systems, and results.

Steve is currently the Chief Revenue Officer of SellX, the first all-in-one sales platform designed to provide companies an easy way to access and collaborate with the top 1% of sales talent, on-demand. Serving SaaS and Service companies from all over the world, Sell X has over 100 customers on their platform, all working with their teams to deploy top of funnel outbound lead generation campaigns.

By utilizing their patented 3P methodology, they approach every conversation as if it could be the future customer that changes their business forever. By leading with the PROBLEM, they provide a common ground for prospects to stand on. They then use PROOF to have real conversations, giving real life testimonials that resonate. The PERSUASION is simply a natural destination, in most cases, to spend 30 minutes diving in with their clients.

Whether that’s via the telephone, email, linkedin or other social channels, they find the channel that works best, unlock it for you, and then they go all in, providing qualified leads that their clients pay for only once the meeting is held.

Please welcome Steven Schmidt.

Hosted by: Johnny Noel - A&B Business Solutions

Producer: Charley Illg - Digital Plains Media

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This episodes guests: Raena Rasmussen & Bob Holm - Miracles In Motion

Miracles in Motion is a performance organization with a mission to share joy through dance with donations to select causes.

Their next upcoming event on Friday, July 15th at 6:00 p.m. will benefit Emily’s Hope. Please join us at Schulte Subaru for this beautiful event! Backyard BBQ and Wofies (root beer keg) will be on-site, serving delicious food and treats!

Learn More Here: https://www.emilyshope.foundation/new-events/miracles-in-motion-presented-by-balleraena-dance-studio

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Producer: Charley Illg

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This Week’s Guest: David Pierce - Vice President of Service A&B Business Solutions

Cybersecurity Attacks are a daily threat to yourself and your business. A&B Business Managed IT services has your back. A&B helps local businesses like yours by providing access to advanced IT products, support, and service at reasonable prices. Our team of qualified IT professionals is ready to evaluate your needs and provide you with cutting-edge IT solutions so your employees can focus on your customers, rather than IT.

We will be hosting a Cybersecurity Lunch & Learn coming up on June 16th.

Enjoy lunch with us and learn how you can prevent your business from cyber attacks.

Featuring guest speaker:

Katie Shuck – Cyber Intelligence Analyst, South Dakota Fusion Center

Please click on the link to RSVP for this event: https://www.abbusiness.com/event/securitysf/

This Week's Guest: Tyler Honke -  Certified Executive Chef

Chef Tyler has been in the catering industry for over 20 years and runs Catering by Cleavers, the leading catering company in Sioux Falls. He specializes in delivering gourmet food, providing quality service, and creating an unforgettable experience. Chef Tyler is an award-winning chef and certified with the American Culinary Federation.

Chef Tyler has also started the Cleaver’s Chef Challenge in Sioux Falls, making this year the 8th Annual Cleaver’s Chef Challenge. The vision behind this event is to support and embrace the children of the Children’s Home Society. With the help of the sponsors and our community, this event had raised over $200,000 in the 8 years for the Children’s Home Society.

This episode’s guest” Andy Ott - Frontier Bank - Digital Banking Manager

On this week’s episode JJ & Andy talk about cryptocurrency, Bitcoin Day, and the future of banking.

Andy manages Frontier Bank’s IT equipment, systems, and relationships. He also leads the bank’s efforts to offer Bitcoin products to its customers. Additionally, Andy runs Sioux Falls Bitcoin, an organization that hosts monthly Bitcoin meetups and advocates for Bitcoin use in the Sioux Falls area.

Bitcoin Day - Sioux Falls

Purchase your tickets here! https://www.bigtickets.com/e/alpha-btc/siouxfalls22/

Saturday, May. 21, 2022

7:30AM - 6:00PM

What is Bitcoin day?

Bitcoin Day is a chance for the local community, business professionals, newbies, and cryptocurrency leaders to gather under one roof to inspire, socialize, and learn from each other. Whatever your current level of understanding and involvement, we want you to walk away inspired to buy more Bitcoin, launch that product you’ve been dreaming about, or be better prepared to educate your co-workers.

This Week’s Guest: Michelle Lavallee, Chief Executive Officer - Children’s Home Society, Sioux Falls

Prior to assuming the CEO role at CHS, Michelle held executive level positions with Avera, the University of South Dakota (USD) and Raven Industries. She attended Northwestern University in Chicago where she received both her BS and MBA.

Michelle is currently board president of the SD Hall of Fame, serves on the Board of RAS and Sioux Falls Development Foundation, past president of the SD Symphony, past president of Downtown Sioux Falls Rotary, past board member of Ronald McDonald House, Washington Pavilion and the USD Foundation.

Donate Here! https://chssd.org/ 

Hosted By: Johnny Noel - abbusiness.com

Producer: Charley Illg - digitalplainsmedia.com

This episode's guest: Ryan Oaks, Store Manager at Mini-Critters

For over 40 years mini-critters has been peoples home for all things pet.

Ryan has been with Mini-Critters for over 15 years and has worked in the pet industry for over 20 years. He has a heart and soul for animals and their families and loves sharing this joy with the people he meets. His loving wife, five children, and their four dogs support him at home. Whether he is helping you find the right food for your dog, or what water parameters your fish should be kept in, Ryan has the answer.

On this week’s podcast, JJ and Ryan talk about creativity, relationships with customers, marketing, & the 80’s.

Hosted By: Johnny Noel - A&B Business Solutions

Producer: Charley Illg - Digital Plains Media, LLC

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