Michael Nelson and Katherine Kressner interview George and Fawn from Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. Discussion focuses on the change in H4H model, challenges they see in fund raising and more.

In Season 3 Episode 5 of Buying Local our host, Michael Nelson, sits down with Don Walton and Jay Ingleston from Elite Fighting Promotions to talk about their upcoming Fight Fest in Saratoga Springs. They chat about Don’s recent trip to Thailand with one of his students who is absolutely dominating his age group, local fighting and jiu jitsu, and of course the upcoming event at Saratoga Springs City Center on November 1st. Jay also drops a big news bomb on some things coming up in February! CHECK IT OUT!!

Learn more by going to https://www.elitefightingpromotions.com/.

Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media is on location at Alliance Jiu Jitsu Saratoga as they prepare to open their doors. He interviews Brazilion Jiu Jitsu Professors James and Jesse Bruchac about what is in store for the new location as well as some of their past experiences on and off the mats.

In this Episode Mike Nelson from Five Towers Media interviews Katie Tansey about her successful company HR Resolved and her passion for nutrition coaching, fitness, and helping people be the best version of themselves.

In this episode Michael Nelson from Five Towers Media interviews Ron Richards from R.A.S.P. Controls. They talk about Ron's experience launching and growing his business, Triathlons, and more.

Mike Nelson from Five Towers Media kicks off season 3 by interviewing Saratoga Dry Age Cuts. A really interesting growth story about a business that starts off as a hobby in a garage and grows into a successful storefront with over 12 employees.

In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Jay Ingleston and Don "The Soldier's Son" Walton of Elite Fighting Promotions!

March 30th, 2024's "March to Victory" event was a huge success! Now, Elite Fighting Promotions is returning to Saratoga once again for another stunning show on July 13th! How do they put together such a grand event? What can guests expect? Listen to this episode for the answers to these questions, and much more!

A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION

NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.

00:00 - Opening

00:21 - CP Ad: Call Performance Industrial Today!

01:08 - Show Begins: Welcome Back, Jay

01:40 - Saratoga: Springs NY, Not the Others!

02:23 - Don “The Soldier’s Son” Walton Returns

02:58 - Elite Fighting Promotions & DonnyBrooke Fight Promotions: Tag Team

04:05 - Appealing to Saratoga’s Niche Market

05:48 - Selling Out the City Center?! Druthers Runs Out of Drinks!

09:13 - Quality Fights

09:53 - Weight Classes… Bantamweight is 135 Pounds?!

11:12 - Mike Fights… Lyme Disease

13:43 - A Proper, Balanced Fight: How it All Comes Together

18:14 - The Announcer’s Table

19:03 - July 13th: After the Track, Come to the Fight!

20:36 - From Fighters to Promoters: A Quick History of Jay and Don

23:40 - External Talent Boosts Local Talent

26:21 - Bars, Buffets, & Brawls

27:57 - Live Broadcasts and Dad Jokes

28:45 - Shoutout to the Sponsors!

30:54 - A Momentous Meeting

31:46 - Lawyer, Brewer, Brawler: The One and Only Chris Martell

33:00 - How to Get in Touch: elitefightingpromotions.com

34:53 - Jay’s Latest Book: Let Me Fall Apart

37:47 - Closing Remarks

37:56 - CP Ad: Call Cerrone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Today!

38:18 - Closer

In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Miriam Weisfeld, the Producing Artistic Director of the Adirondack Theatre Festival!

The ATF has been producing fantastic original shows for 30 years, and 2024's season will be no exception - whether it's a one-man musical recreating the sinking of the Titanic, an introspective look at perception of an actress throughout her evolving career, or a modern recreation of a classic Hitchcock thriller, this season's shows are some that you won't want to miss!

Check out the ATF's website at: atfestival.org

A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION

NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.

00:00 - Opening

00:21 - CP Ad: Call RASP Inc. Today!

01:01 - Show Begins: The Adirondack Theatre Festival

02:15 - Brand New, Original Works!

03:21 - Glens Falls: The First to See the Best of the Best!

05:14 - What Makes it a “Festival”

07:21 - Four Projects for 2024! Starts June 27th!

08:04 - Where There Is (and Isn’t) Overlap

09:16 - The 30th Anniversary!

11:40 - Housing Costs DOUBLED in Just 3 Years! The Post-Pandemic Challenge

13:49 - The Stories Start Here

14:50 - The Innovation Never Ends!

16:19 - The Theatre Meets The Thunder

18:31 - Bringing Life Back to Glens Falls

20:58 - The Ticketing Structure… And How it Supports Local Business

23:39 - Who’s Watching

25:12 - 13 Suspects… One Actor

27:00 - Todd vs. The Titanic: Opens June 27th!

29:00 - Independence Day Sale! INDEPENDENCE24

29:39 - From Glens Falls to Ithaca

30:36 - Worth: An Intimate Exhibition

33:35 - The King’s Wife

34:40 - Dial M for Murder

36:20 - How to Get in Touch: atfestival.org

36:58 - Closing Remarks

37:19 - CP Ad: Visit The Eden Center Today!

37:48 - Closer

In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Stephanie Poulin, the owner and founder of The Happy Brands Company!

Marketing has so many facets, it can be difficult to know which route... Stephanie gives us the basics on a new style that's been taking off lately: influencer marketing. What is it exactly? How does it work? Is it right for your business? Listen to this episode, and you might just find out!

A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION

NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.

00:00 - Opening

00:21 - CP Ad: Visit The Eden Center for Integrative Care Today!

00:51 - Show Begins: Try a Bear Maple!

01:45 - An Introduction to Happy Brands Co.

03:54 - Influencer Marketing… Still a Campaign!

07:47 - Choose Your Brand Representative Carefully!

09:48 - Vetting the Right Influencer

13:24 - Leveraging Controversy… A Dangerous Game

18:36 - Is Influencer Marketing the Right Choice for Me?

24:27 - Micro-Influencers for Small Businesses

27:43 - Where Do I Start? A Guide Always Helps!

30:36 - What’s the Best Social Platform?

34:09 - Social Media: Challenging, but Fun and Rewarding!

36:38 - How to Get in Touch: @HappyBrandsCo, thehappybrands.co

37:54 - Closing Remarks

38:14 - CP Ad: Visit SkyZone Trampoline Park Today!

38:42 - Closer

In this episode, our host Mike Nelson meets with Tricia Rogers, President of the ARCC!

Tricia's been the President of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce for two years now, and the offerings it has for local businesses just keep getting better - between ribbon-cuttings, mixers, educational services, and other resources, the value of the ARCC is just incredible! Listen to this episode to hear more about how they can help you, and your business!

A SARATOGA BUSINESS REPORT & GLENS FALLS BUSINESS REPORT PRODUCTION

NOTE: The opinions reflected in this podcast are not indicative of the views of Saratoga Business Report, SaratogaBride.com LLC, Saratoga TODAY, Glens Falls Business Report, or Five Towers Media.

00:00 - Opening

00:21 - CP Ad: Call Thoroughbred Advisors Today!

01:23 - Show Begins: An Introduction to Tricia Rogers

03:01 - The Juckett Board Dinner at The Sagamore

05:14 - The ARCC: What They Can Do for You

08:16 - Small Team: Big Heart

09:46 - Why You Should Join the ARCC

12:37 - A Great Feeling

13:52 - From Poker to Potato Chips

14:57 - 42 Ribbon-Cuttings a Year?!

16:25 - Chamber 1-on-1s: Shoutout to the ARCC Team!

18:01 - The Best Newsletter Around!

19:35 - Educational Pieces

20:32 - Tuesday, June 11th: Triple-Chamber Mixer at The Sagamore! $20 to Sign Up!

22:43 - Tricia Rogers: Golf Pro

24:32 - The Rare July Mixer

25:03 - July 31st: Saratoga Race-Track Day!

28:09 - The Leadership Adirondack Program

32:01 - How to Get in Touch: adirondackchamber.org

32:50 - Closing Remarks

33:11 - CP Ad: Call RASP Inc. Today!

33:51 - Closer