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The KITE Podcast019 - The KITE Podcast with Justin SaltersJustin Salters is the Founder and President of Hey Salty, a marketing communications agency. Hey Salty partners with clients from complex, technical industries to deliver integrated marketing solutions and help achieve their business objectives. Justin founded Hey Salty in 2020 after working in corporate and public affairs for nearly a decade. His vision is to create a positive social impact by providing world-class service and creating quality jobs in Bakersfield. Learn more at https://heysalty.com. Plus, John Paul-Lake and Sherod Waite have a great discussion during this month's "Would You Invest" segment. 2023-04-1430 minThe KITE Podcast018 - The KITE Podcast with Alex MurallesAlex Muralles is an entrepreneur who started his business at 17 to save money for college. What began as a backyard project has become a successful business many now enjoy. Alex is passionate about making handcrafted food and has discovered his calling through his business, "Get It Twisted." They turn a simple potato into an extraordinary experience by individually selecting, washing, handcrafting, seasoning, and frying it to a perfect golden crunch. The potatoes can be customized with various toppings, including their famous secret sauce, chili, nacho cheese, and more. Alex's business is a testament to his ingenuity, hard work, and...2023-03-3122 minThe KITE Podcast017 - The KITE Podcast with Shannon Kehrer of Hidey StyleThe founder of Hidey Style, Shannon Kehrer, saw a business opportunity after experiencing a common problem with traditional no-show socks. Frustrated with the original no-show socks constantly slipping off her feet, Shannon created a solution for her pain point. After weeks of personally testing her design, Shannon knew she had to share her product with those experiencing the same frustration with traditional no-show socks. Plus, John Paul-Lake and Sherod Waite have a great discussion during this month's "Would You Invest" segment. 2023-02-2430 minThe KITE Podcast016 - The KITE Podcast with Ivan Arambula of Sigo SegurosArvin native and CSU Bakersfield graduate Ivan Arambula took his first programming class during his senior year at Arvin High School. Having worked for a startup early in his career, Ivan became interested in the inherent learning and growth opportunities of working in a startup. Ivan helped create an addiction recovery company where he built and led the development of sober living management software. Then, he co-founded his current company, Sigo Seguros, an insurance company for the immigrant working-class community. Plus, John Paul-Lake and Sherod Waite have a great discussion during this month's "Would You Invest" segment. 2022-11-1624 minThe KITE Podcast015 - The KITE Podcast with Howie Castanon of Howie's MicheladasHowie Castanon is a Bakersfield native and founder of Howie's Micheladas. Founded during a global pandemic, Howie used his 15 years of bartending experience and family history in the restaurant industry to establish a thriving business. Howie's award-winning micheladas are available in over 30 local stores and bars, eventually expanding nationwide. Plus, John Paul-Lake and Sherod Waite have a great discussion during this month's "Would You Invest" segment. 2022-09-2322 minThe KITE Podcast014 - The KITE Podcast with Donna Schwartz of Matrix Entrepreneur AcademyDonna Schwartz is the founder of Matrix Entrepreneur Academy, a private nonprofit institution serving Bakersfield, California. Matrix Entrepreneur Academy empowers future entrepreneurs to kick-start their business dreams. Donna is a University of California, Santa Barbara graduate with a passion for helping kids and adults build self-confidence to create and live their ideal life. She brings her experience in health and wellness, safety, real estate, art, and entrepreneurship to support the development of others. Plus, John Paul-Lake and Sherod Waite have a great discussion during this month's "Would You Invest" segment. 2022-06-2618 minThe KITE Podcast013 - The KITE Podcast with Sue Watson, Business InitiativesSue Watson is the CEO and Founder of Business Initiatives, a local business consulting firm. Sue has supported a large number of client organizations ranging from large health care organizations, school districts, renewable energy companies, ocean diamond miners, attorneys, judges, oil field workers, churches, non-profits, and everything in between. She has experience working with a wide range of people and challenges and has the ability to work through even the toughest issues. As a strategist, author, speaker, and expert in the development of people and organizations, Sue is committed to making a positive difference by asking the right questions.2022-05-1027 minThe KITE Podcast012 - The KITE Podcast with Debbie Wise, Redhouse BeefMore about Redhouse Beef: We are ranchers, researchers and medium-rare filet aficionados with a deep love for beef. What started as a passion for putting quality food on our family tables has become a full-scale ranching operation. At Redhouse, we care for our land and animals, stewarding their role in our food system every step of the way. We’ve spent years developing our cattle’s genetics and a proprietary grass blend for grazing so you can have the best in quality and taste for your family. The Redhouse operation is named for the small red...2022-04-0624 minThe KITE Podcast011 - The KITE Podcast with David Higdon, Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Kern Venture GroupDavid Higdon is the Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Kern Venture Group, the Central Valley's first organized investment fund. He focuses on investment strategy, deal flow, venture portfolio support, fundraising, and investor relations. He is the President of Christ Higdon, a consulting firm helping clients with technology management, venture capital, fund management, intellectual property support, sports management, and multi-generational succession planning. David is a Co-Founder of Qubitekk, the former Managing Partner of the Bakersfield Jam, and was President of Ellis Energy Investments. David has guided numerous companies from start-up to exit. Plus, John-Paul Lake and Shero...2022-02-1921 minThe KITE Podcast010 - The KITE Podcast with Norma Rojas-Mora, Director of Communication and Community Relations for Bakersfield CollegeNorma Rojas-Mora is the Director of Communication and Community Relations for Bakersfield College, where she oversees the Marketing and Community Relations department serving over 33,000 students and the greater community. Norma currently serves as the Bakersfield Women's Business Conference Power Pitch Coordinator and Advisory Board Member. From its inception, the Bakersfield Women's Business Conference has been a platform for women to help grow their businesses and improve their personal and professional lives. 2022-01-2422 minThe KITE Podcast009 - The KITE Podcast with Ericka Lopez, Founder/Owner of HoneyBox BakersfieldEricka Lopez is the founder and owner of Honeybox Bakersfield. Founded in 2019 during a global pandemic, Lopez took a passion project and turned it into a career for herself. Thriving off of hosting, gathering, & serving, Ericka believes that a beautiful spread of food is one of the best ways to gather the people you love. 2021-12-1723 minThe KITE Podcast008 - The KITE Podcast with Miriam Alqaisi, Owner of Radio Sandwich located in Bakersfield, CaliforniaMiriam Alqaisi, 29, is the owner of fledgling sandwich company Radio Sandwich located in Bakersfield, California. After finishing her premed degree she found that the only thing on her mind was food. After she had a meal and still wasn't satisfied, she decided there must be more to the craving. She graduated with her MBA from CSUB in 2020 and thought that if she could accomplish that during the pandemic, maybe it was time to put those food dreams into physical form. Radio Sandwich was born from a love for a neglected area and building downtown that Miriam and others have b...2021-11-1322 minThe KITE Podcast007 - The KITE Podcast with Dr. Jeremy Woods, Associate Professor for California State University BakersfieldDr. Jeremy Alan Woods is an Associate Professor for the California State University Bakersfield (CSUB) School of Business and Public Administration and leads the school's entrepreneurship program. He is a Stanford-educated former Fulbright Scholar with over 25 years of experience as an educator, entrepreneur, executive, and consultant. In addition to teaching and coaching over 4,000 students, publishing 15 peer-reviewed journal articles and conference proceedings papers, and authoring over 30 additional thought leadership works over the past decade as a professor, from 1995-2010, Dr. Woods helped generate over $20 million in revenue on innovation & economic development projects in the United States, Brazil, and Germany for...2021-10-1522 minThe KITE Podcast006 - The KITE Podcast with Angel Cottrell, Program Manager of the KHSD ROC & CTEC Entrepreneurship Resource Centers (ERC)Interview: Angel Cottrell, Program Manager of the KHSD ROC & CTEC Entrepreneurship Resource Centers (ERC) Ms. Angel Cottrell has consulted with and coached entrepreneurs and taught entrepreneurship topics for more than 15 years. Most recently, she joined the Kern High School District as Program Manager of the KHSD ROC & CTEC Entrepreneurship Resource Centers (ERC). The KHSD ROC & CTEC ERC are designed to support our youth in developing entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial mindsets and thinking. Angel believes everyone should have the opportunity to experience the greatest version of their grandest vision in business and in life.2021-08-3020 minThe KITE Podcast005 - The KITE Podcast with Norma Dunn of Mission Community Services Corporation's Kern Women's Business CenterInterview: Norma Dunn, Director of Mission Community Services Corporation's Kern Women's Business Center Norma is a sought-after community leader accomplished in developing effective and efficient strategies, with a proven track record of assisting private, public, and not-for-profit organizations in forging "successful partnership." Born and raised in Kern County, Norma is committed to making a positive difference in her community as the Director of Mission Community Services Corporation's Kern Women's Business Center. In addition, Norma serves as the Workforce Development Director for the Kern County Society of Human Resource Management Board of Directors, Board Member on the American R...2021-07-0324 minThe KITE Podcast004 - The KITE Podcast with Don Bynum of Temblor Brewing Co.Interview: Don Bynum, Temblor Brewing Co. Don Bynum is a Bakersfield native and alumni of Garces High School and UC Davis. In 2014, Don and two friends, Tom Maxwell and Derrick Miller, sketched out an idea written on a cocktail napkin for what became Temblor Brewing. Working together and drawing on their intense passion for craft beer and home brewing they raised local investor capital and by September 2015, had a 14,000 square foot facility with a 20-barrel brewhouse. Don is committed to perpetually bettering Temblor and providing high-quality craft beer to the community. In this podcast, hear about the ear...2021-05-1525 minThe KITE Podcast003 - The KITE Podcast with Shannon LaBare of Purveyor Branding Co.Interview: Shannon LaBare Founder of Purveyor Branding Co. https://purveyorbranding.com/ Shannon LaBare is the founder of Purveyor Branding Co., a branding studio that guides businesses in building their brand like nobody's business. She comes from a long background of freelance design work, marketing for Bolthouse Farms + Campbell Soup Co, and a line of inspiring creative business owners. Purveyor Branding Co. has served many businesses + organizations in Bakersfield + beyond while cultivating community through Bakersfield Second Saturday, Be In Bakersfield, and The Hub of Bakersfield. A few notable local branding clients include Red...2021-04-1525 minThe KITE Podcast002 - The KITE Podcast with Justin Meng of Vinergy, Inc.Interview: Justin Meng President + CEO | Vinergy, Inc. www.vinergyinc.com Justin Meng is the founder and CEO of Vinergy, Inc. Vinergy is building the future of harvesting methods for table grapes and an expanding list of specialty produce crops with its electric-powered universal harvest carts and their forthcoming autonomous cart. Justin is a Bakersfield native and in this episode he talks about some of the challenges he had to overcome in starting and now scaling Vinergy.2021-03-1523 minThe KITE Podcast001 - The KITE Podcast with Brandon H. McNaughton, PhD.Interview: Brandon H. McNaughton, PhD. CEO | Akadeum Life Sciences, Inc. www.akadeum.com Brandon is an award-winning inventor and scientist with over 15 years of experience working with magnetic beads and nanoparticles. Born and raised in Bakersfield, where he attended Bakersfield College and CSUB, his experience includes the development of new types of particles, separation, and biosensors. Brandon brings previous startup experience in the life sciences and venture capital. He is also a recognized expert in customer discovery and in using human-centered design for high technology applications. Before Akadeum, he served as e...2021-02-1227 min