You asked, we listened. Our number one requested guest to be interviewed. His episode is now here! A Zoom sit-down conversation with our podcast host and leader of our company, Tom Sega of Duluth Pack. Duluth, Minnesota native Tom transparently shares his simple and humble beginnings with Andrea Johnson of the Marketing department over the next two hours, thus creating a strong work ethic from a young age, setting his drive to be successful and earn his accomplishments. As Tom advanced in his professional career, he had incredible achievements in the pulp and paper industry within sales departments and management roles. In addition to a full-time career, Tom began his entrepreneurship journey by owning and operating property management in the Duluth, Minnesota area. With big visions on the horizon, Tom pursued a role in owning the historic American manufacturing business, Duluth Pack. On April 1st, 2007, Tom led Duluth Pack from a local and regional retail store to a growing and thriving worldwide shopped and recognized website, retailer, and wholesale manufacturer. Tom speaks about his demanding responsibilities, the successes and frustrations in running a business, the hurdles in operating an American company, and the lessons and achievements he is most proud of. In 2017, Tom bought another heritage American manufacturer, Spring Creek Manufacturing, and preached the importance of supporting American-made companies and hiring hardworking Americans. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack, a podcast by Duluth Pack.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Rachel Eggie Gibbs, Salon Owner and Professional Hairstylist at EGGIE Salon Studio in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Louisiana native, Rachel humbly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about her childhood, which instilled a hard and strong work ethic and drive for success. As Rachel chased her dream, she speaks about receiving a business degree from LSU, attending the Aveda Cosmetology school, her salon experience in Houston, Texas, and eventually leading her back home to open her own thriving salon with an enormous following. Now at the height of her career and a leader in the cosmetology world, Rachel speaks about the business side of her career including investing in her team, procurement responsibilities, client relations, marketing campaigns, and juggling it all alongside motherhood. In 2022, Rachel’s head was shaved on stage for the American Cancer Society, to raise money.  Now experiencing hair loss, Rachel teaches those who have completed chemotherapy treatments or other hair loss, on ways to style and feel confident in their new hair journey via social media. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Dan Dougherty, Funeral Director and Co-Owner of Dougherty Funeral Home. Duluth native, Dan openly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about the transition of the mortuary industry and guiding loved ones through grief and their hardest days. As Dan advanced within the industry, he shares about the multiple steps including funeral arrangements, how to prepare an obituary, and recommendations on visitations and preparations. Now as a co-owner with his son, Dan speaks about their demanding responsibilities, 24/7 schedule, and the importance of preparing for the next chapter in life. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Mike Fisher, National Sales Manager at Lodge Cast Iron. Pennsylvania native, Mike shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his humbling beginnings growing up on a beef and dairy farm, diverse roles within his professional career, extending his education with a Master’s Degree, and how he hard charged to the top of an iconic American Made company. Now at the peak of his career, Mike speaks about the steps he took for long-term growth and success in his field, the benefits of working with cast iron cookware, juggling small mom-and-pop shops vs. large nationwide department stores, and the utter importance of supporting private American Made manufacturers. Griddle us this; you will be inspired after this episode! Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.

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A Zoom sit-down conversation with Jeffrey T. Larson, professionally classically trained artist and founder of Great Lakes Academy of Fine Art in Duluth, Minnesota. Two Harbors, Minnesota native Jeff shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his early passion for art, his classic atelier training, and mastering his skills as a professional artist. Now at the pinnacle of his career, Jeff expresses his steps in preparing art exhibits, the studies that brushed him with excellence to create lifelike artwork, and his accomplishment in founding and opening his own professionally trained art school. So get ready, this episode is a pigment of a leader’s imagination. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. 

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Chris Brochu, American Screen Actos Guild Actor, Songwriter, and Acting Coach. Tennessee native, Chris shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his diverse childhood while moving frequently, growing up with a family in the Army, to his direction into Hollywood, and navigating productions from Broadway, TV sets, to movies. Chris’ tenacity is evident while he shares the surreal experiences from feast to famine in the film industry and learning the ultimate tactics to secure gigs, including his past projects in Soul Surfer, The Vampires Diaries, The Hidden Enemy, Station 19, Zero Contact, CSI: NY, and Shameless. In addition, Chris shares his passion for songwriting and singing, coaching the next generation of actors, and his personal experience and diagnosis of skin cancer. So get ready; this episode will have you saying, ‘Ready, Set, Action!” Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Dan Hartel, President and CEO at Hartel’s Disposal – the largest locally owned trash and recycling company in northeast Minnesota. Duluth native, Dan shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his community driven childhood, growing up and taking over a family business, and the technological advances of the disposal industry. Dan expresses the evolution of sustainability, the growth and importance of recycling, the unique community services his business brings to the public, and the transition of the next generation in business. In addition, Dan shares the about the physical aspects of the disposal world and what is driving the industry further both locally and nationally. Get ready, this episode discusses some serious dirty business. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Eric Johnson, Partner and Lawyer at Fryberger Law Firm – the largest law firm in Northern, Minnesota. Duluth native, Eric shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his rooted childhood, early passion for the outdoors, and his professional goal to become a lawyer. Now at the pinnacle of his career, Eric expresses the steps he took in preparing for a law degree, to studying for the demanding Bar Exam, becoming a lawyer, and then the transition to becoming a partner and shareholder. In addition, Eric shares the about the collaborative side of law and the different categories of expertise his firm specializes in. Get ready, this episode certainly raises the bar on what it means to be a leader. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Josh Teigen, Professional Fishing Guide of Josh Teigen Fishing Guides Services. Wisconsin raised native, Josh shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his humble beginnings, early passion for the outdoors, and drive to succeed as a professional fishing guide. Now as a full-time guide and entrepreneur of his own business, Josh details the day in and out details of operating his own business, the safety regulations to follow, the benefits of hiring a guide, license requirements, and general processes of his industry. In addition, Josh shares the processes of being a guide on a TV show and the business growth he has reaped from the experience. Get ready, this episode will have you hooked. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Martha Rossini, the founder, and namesake behind The Great Minnesota Get Together and State Fair staple, Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar. Minnesota-born and raised, Martha shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about her incredibly impressive transition and growth in her professional career from being a school teacher, to starting a frozen yogurt company, to hitting her peak and co-founding and operating Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar. For over 40+ years, Martha and her business partners have established themselves as a classic in the state of Minnesota and explain the process of baking over 44,000 cookies every 12 minutes, selling 6,000 gallons of ice-cold milk, and now the expansive distribution of frozen cookie dough in regional grocery stores. They don't call her sweet Martha for nothing – with her incredibly kind demeanor, family-oriented mindset, and creative concepts - talk about the ultimate recipe for success. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.