The Local

The Local

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The Local episodes

  • Every Office Needs a Colonel: Ron Austin - Managing Partner at Mathieson, Moyski, Austin & Co., LLP
    Ron started his career at the former Big Eight firm Arthur Andersen & Co, and decided if he had to work this hard – he’d rather work for himself! With unwavering support from his wife, it was a leap of faith that paid off with a lot of hard work. What a badge of honor it was to cold call clients and develop a relationship that comes to fruition. In keeping with the changing times, from cold calling to having staff work remotely, Ron talks about how culture is pivotal to success. Including the challenges of keeping the younger workforce engaged and happy. Including support for working remotely yet trying to impart the importance of the hands-on experience of being in the office, where everyday conversations are some of the best learning experiences. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
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    55 min
  • From Iowa to the 100th Floor of the Sears Tower: Pam Sharar-Stoppel Wintrust Bank
    Pam shares her story of being a woman in business back in the day, when you had to basically ignore the fact that you had a family to become the Executive Vice President and Regional Market Head at Wintrust. The slogan “you’ve come a long way baby” rings true! Pam gives great advice about the satisfaction of mentoring, taking risks and constantly continuing to learn from everyone and everything. How technology is affecting our traditional way of banking and how she keeps her employees satisfied and engaged. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
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    29 min
  • Music to Our Ears: Tony Payne of the Wheaton Artist Series, Wheaton College

    Find out who Yo-Yo Ma winked at and the possibility of Bag Pipes playing at Edman Memorial Chapel?  Tony discusses the massive pivot from pre-pandemic in-person music entertainment to the new wave of live streaming and how they’re trying to bring back live performances.   He shares his excitement for all things music and the new Armerding Center becoming the art center for the community.   

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    44 min
  • You Can Have It All – Just Not Today! – Karen Mills, Member of Aronberg Goldgehn
    Karen advises her kids and young attorneys to be kind to themselves and be patient when chasing their aspirations. Growing up visiting family in Wisconsin, Karen is a big Packer fan and admires Eleanor Roosevelt. Although the Aronberg Goldgehn firm is 130 years old, they are new to the DuPage county area. Through investing in the community, with quarterly events giving back, they are hoping to expand their footprint. Karen also talks about the benefits of associations in your field, and how they become a family within a family. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
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    52 min
  • Barber Knows Best - Bob Hutchinson, President of Wheaton Bank & Trust
    Bob has been a lifelong resident of Wheaton and knows where the bodies are buried – literally! As a matter of fact, as a young lad, he golfed amongst them. He reminisces of the good old days and is just as excited to see where Wheaton is headed. This story-rich interview goes from dunking to cocktail parties, and ping-pong balls! Also, more seriously Bob talks about how banking has affected customers during these turbulent times and how they’re faring the rate wars. How participating in community events is a way of giving back and teaching the younger generation the significance of this waning pastime. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
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    41 min
  • A Bastion of Democracy - Betsy Adamowski, Director of the Wheaton Public Library
    Betsy explains how the Dewey Decimal system got a bad rap - it’s really a science! Did you know that you have a business in Wheaton you could get a library card– even though you don’t live here? Not to mention the resources, shelter, and sanctuary Wheaton Library offers for anyone in the public. With future plans to rebuild the West Side Plaza - free concerts are just one of the social services the Wheaton Library presents to our town. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
    here!
    1 hr
  • Casino Night for the Museum
    Casino Night is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Wheaton Park District that benefits the DuPage County Historical Museum. Join us for an intimate, behind the scenes experience as we visit with the people that make it all happen.
    There are several “I never knew” moments where you’ll learn little known facts about the museum and the city of Wheaton. To name a few, you’ll find out where Al Capone lived in town to who coached “Bobby” DeNiro of Good Fellas in his movie Casino. Find out which are the best paying games, and which are heart breakers.
    Learn how this event got started, how it benefits the museum and how the museum serves the people of DuPage County. Settle in and enjoy this exclusive episode that will provide intriguing facts, revealing peeks behind the scenes and a few surprises thrown in during a night for the museum.
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    44 min
  • What’s Next for Wheaton 1.0 - Wheaton Mayor Phil Suess
    Mayor Suess clears up the myth that his position is political – it’s purely service. His experience in finance as a Chartered Financial Analyst has helped the City of Wheaton make savvy financial moves including receiving a AAA credit rating! You’ll hear it first as the Mayor shares some of the exciting things on the horizon for Wheaton. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
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    51 min
  • To Be Frank, Grandpa Knows Best: Mark Bridges from Grandpa Frank’s Candy

    Having learned from the namesake Hall of Famer College/High School leatherhead, Professor and Chef - Mark Bridges has learned from early on about a solid work ethic and how to give back.   His caramel candies have a unique balance of an old school recipe with today’s technology!  Mark explains how his background in consulting led to the idea of putting a QR code on each gift box of caramels!  The message can be anything from personal pictures, a message from the company for corporate gifts or your business card delivered in a unique way!

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    26 min
  • From the Heart of Our City: Allison Orr from the Downtown Wheaton Association

    Tax Payers are Thanking the City of Wheaton?! Allison Orr from the Downtown Wheaton Association discusses how there’s grant money being left on the table!  Her goal through DWA is to support business owners to become Partners in Progress!  She shares her pedigree and how her past experiences are going to help move Wheaton forward through the re-invention of local businesses assuring that Wheaton is the Best Choice for everything and anything you want in one place!

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    37 min

About The Local

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The Local was a podcast featuring conversations with residents and business owners of Wheaton, Illinois, sharing the everyday stories that make the community special. While new episodes are no longer…