The Community Cast

In this episode, Steve Cote interviews Ella Chandler, the Marketing Manager at Cheese Louise, an artisan grilled cheese food truck company. They discuss Ella's progression from handling social media to her current role as Marketing Manager, explore Cheese Louise's distinctive approach that focuses on putting people and the organization first, examine how taking on more responsibilities contributed to Ella's leadership development, and highlight the importance of sustainability in the company's expansion.

In this podcast, Steve Cote sits down with Joe Manning, Head of School at Fryeburg Academy in Western Maine. They discuss Joe's path to leadership, the insights he's gained, and the impact of the Raiders Family spirit. Learn about Joe's mentors, his approach to challenges, and his passion for education.

In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Richard Hussey, Vice President of Human Resources at Hussey Seating. They discuss what it truly means to be a six-generation family-owned business, how they encourage their employees to give back to their community, and how they foster leadership and growth within the company.

In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Stephanie McDonough, Founder and CEO Farmer of Farm to Table Kids. They discuss how Steph had to re-launch her business after her son was diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer, her passion for connecting kids with nature, and how she has built a community around farming.

In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Nathan Golon, cinematographer and co-founder of GoodFight Media. They discuss Nate's love for Maine, the importance of community and relationships, and how failure can lead to the best lessons.

In this episode, Carissa Chipman interviews Chuck Wilcoxen, Founder & Mission Director of Team Long Run, and Hilary Harper-Wilcoxen, Executive Director of Team Long Run. They discuss why Team Long Run was founded, the importance of creating early readers and their hopes and dreams for child literacy.

In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Hillary Dacko-Roy, Director of Retail Operations at Hannaford. They talk about diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, meeting the needs of both consumers and employees and what leadership means to her.

In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Jessica Estes, President of The Boulos Company. They discuss the competition in commercial real estate, learning what drives your employees and cultivating your network.

In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Paula Mahony, President and Chief Strategist of Words@Work, Inc. They discuss Paula's journey to the marketing industry, her strategies for public speaking and how she is inspired by her co-workers, her children and her new grandbaby.

In this episode, Carissa Chipman interviews Nancy Ames, owner of Sullivan House Bakery in Gorham, Maine. They discuss Nancy's career path from insurance to baking, the meaning behind "Sullivan House" and how she has used her passion to create a community hub.