We Are York

Darrin Brumbaugh has been the representative for Northwestern Mutual in York for over 20 years. He works to help people better their future through a holistic approach to financial planning. 

Rachel began operating her photography business by taking pictures of her kids, grew it into a home studio, and has recently opened up a studio in downtown York. She grew up in York, and chose to move back and call York home to raise her kids. We hear about Rachel's passion as she talks about her journey into photography. 

Rod Woods is the owner of Patina Studios, formally Home 360, in York, NE. He provides various home and business remodeling services, including design and install. He offers various flooring, tile, cabinets, counter tops, and other products geared towards providing you the home of your dreams. 

This week I sat down with Don Freeman III from Agri-Products. He is the third generation to be employed with this family based company. Agri-Products is a company that focuses on developing ag based equipment, grain handling, and custom fabricating products to fit their customers' needs. Most recently, they've developed a prototype hemp harvester, called the Hempsker.  

In this episode I sit down with Max Lichti, co-founder of Lichti's TV in York. He started the business with his brother in 1965, and has grown it into what it is today. After having a fire in 2006, Max moved his business to it's current location, and has expanded and continues to be a large asset to the York community. 

In this episode I break the podcast down into two sections. I start off talking about why I started the podcast, and what I hope to get out of the podcast. The second half I interview Luke Fochtman about Henderson Health Care Foundation, and a fundraiser they're hosting. 

Ashley grew up in York County and went off to Columbus for college. Upon graduating she chose to move back to York to start a dress shop. Once Upon A Dream offers dress rentals for all types of events, along with the opportunity to buy dresses and offers dresses for consignment.  

Tony North is part owner of York Printing Company and North Office Supply. He graduated from York High School before moving to Denver. He then wanted to move back to York for a better quality of life. He started working in the family business and has helped continue to grow the companies and recently celebrated 50 years in York. Tony also is very active in serving in the community. He works hard to help better York County. 

This week I sat down with my first non-profit group, United Way of York. I interviewed Chrystal Houston, a board member with United Way, and she talked about all the charities they help fund in the York Community. I encourage you to listen until the end this week, as I issued a challenge to help the first non-profit group I've interviewed. 

In today's episode, I meet with Ellyn Hansen and talk about her business, Triple Crown Boutique. Ellyn is from York, celebrating a one year anniversary, two year business anniversary, and will be having a baby in the next month. She has been able to accomplish this, all while running a successful business working to provide the latest fashion trends to women at an affordable price.