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The Vault at 201 N BroadwayBetter Off in Billings: Exploring the Latest Tools for Talent Attraction & RetentionIn this Vault short, KaVo & Marce B are back with a follow-up episode all about the newest tools available on BetterOffinBillings.org. These resources were built with employers and newcomers in mind—and they’re designed to help elevate Billings’ talent attraction and retention strategy.They walk through three key additions to the site: the Cost of Living Calculator, a regional Industry Map, and the new Business & Talent Attraction video, which highlights why Billings is Montana’s city and a hub of opportunity.KaVo & Marce B also break down the most shareable parts of the site—whe...2025-06-1610 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayThe Vault Season 2 Recap, Top Takeaways, Key Themes, and Episode HighlightsOn this vault short our hosts are solo to recap The Vault’s season 2 (Feb. 2024 - Jan. 2025). KaVo & Marce B dive into the key themes they heard from season 2 such as leadership, resources to launch a business, branding, listening to your customers, gratitude, and customer service. They share the episodes where these themes were most prominent, and their top takeaways, insights, expertise, and experiences shared by Vault guests. On this episode, we also touch on season 3 of The Vault —what’s new, what’s exciting, and the updated episode release schedule!Make sure to subscribe and share...2025-01-3034 min
Deutschrap idealRamo & Kavo: "Gangsterrap gehört nach Frankfurt"Respekt vor Geld, Loyalität und gegenseitige Wertschätzung stehen für Ramo und Kavo an erster Stelle. Im Interview mit Simon erzählen die beiden, wie sie hungrig auf Rap bleiben.
Ramo war eine große Stütze für Kavo, als dieser den Verlust seines besten Freundes verkraften musste.
Gleichzeitig geben die beiden Einblicke in die Bedeutung von Ramos "Glock 9"-Label und was hinter ihrem neuen Tape "Glock Bars Vol. 1" steckt.
Kavo gibt exklusive Insides in seine Zusammenarbeit mit Kolja Goldstein und seine Zeit bei ICON.
Neben ihrer Musik sprechen die beiden auch über persönliche Erfahrungen, darunter eine bris...2025-01-161h 14The Vault at 201 N BroadwayExploring the Differences in Business EntitiesOn today’s Vault Short our hosts, KaVo & Marce B are talking all about business entities. We delve into the different types of business entities and the structural difference of each business entity type. If you are thinking about starting or growing your business, Big Sky Economic Development has free business advising and lending services to help you no matter which business building stage you are in. Disclaimer: We are not accountants or attorneys, we are not providing any legal or tax advice. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. T...2024-12-0515 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayHow to Start & Grow a PodcastOn today’s episode we are bringing Wade back to The Vault to talk about all things podcasting. Wade is the owner of Lamplighter Creative and works closely with our hosts KaVo and Marce B on editing each Vault episode! He provides ongoing creative direction and insight to The Vault Podcast. On today’s Vault short we talk with Wade about podcasting. He provides tactical advice for starting a podcast. He also dives into tops for elevating your podcast, for the podcasters out there who have a podcast but want to elevate their content. Learn more a...2024-07-1835 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayWhy Consistency Matters in your BusinessOn today’s Vault short our hosts, KaVo & Marce B are talking all about consistency in business.We delve into the importance of consistency in business and how it’s paramount for building trust with customers, maintaining brand integrity, and ensuring sustainable growth for your business. We discuss specific areas within a business that consistency is crucial and provide examples of why it’s so important to your business.Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with K...2024-07-0422 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayHow to Elevate Your Next Event & Improve Your Planning ProcessToday on this Vault short KaVo & Marce B are solo to discuss all things planning and hosting business events. Marce B has planned many events throughout her career, and we delve into her tips and best practices for planning and executing events. Marce B has planned and hosted local, virtual, and statewide events throughout her career. We discuss the importance of every detail, keeping your audience top of mind throughout the entire pre, during, and post event process and we dive into what goes into running a seamless event, no matter the size.Whether...2024-06-2035 minThe Vault at 201 N Broadway10 Steps to Start your BusinessOn this Vault short, KaVo & Marce B walk through the 10 technical steps to start a business. We dive into the importance of each step, why they are in the order that they are, and the quick links our 10 step list provides to make creating your business seamless and efficient without spending hundreds of dollars on things you don’t need or on sites that aren’t legitimate. *View the full list HERE.Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The V...2024-04-2520 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayHow to Level Up Your Talent Attraction & Retention Efforts Utilizing Better Off in BillingsToday on this Vault short, KaVo & Marce B are talking about all things Better Off in Billings (BOIB), the official talent attraction and retention brand of Billings, Montana’s city. In this episode we dive into how to utilize betteroffinbillings.org as a resident or newcomer and as an employer doing talent recruitment. We talk about what “there’s space for you to be, grow and play” means, the BOIB ambassador group and how organizations can leverage this resource in their talent attraction and retention efforts. KaVo & Marce B discuss the research and thoughtfulness that went into building the site, an...2024-04-1128 min
The Vault at 201 N BroadwayKavo & Marce B on The Importance of Networking, Accelerating Your Growth, & Thriving in the WorkplaceToday, Kayla and Marcell are kicking off season 2 sharing their story of how they met through a local young professional network. From forging connections to diving headfirst into community initiatives, they share their journey of growth, friendship, and career milestones. Discover the twists and turns that led them to Big Sky Economic Development, where they now thrive. Brace yourself for an exhilarating season ahead on The Vault! Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Kayla cli...2024-02-0143 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayLights, Camera, Action: The Art of Selecting Movies and Building CommunityToday we’re sitting down with Jake MacKenzie, one of the first listeners of The Vault. As he says he’s our “our longtime listener, first time caller.” Jake spent his first few years in Montana going to school at Montana State University transitioning to Rocky Mountain College in Billings where he finished his bachelor's degree in business master’s in accountancy. While at Rocky he works as an RA, meets his wife, and then begins volunteering at the Art House Cinema & Pub. A little later he transitions from volunteer to Operations Manager at Art House. Today we sit down with J...2023-12-1350 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayCreative Sparks: College Podcaster to EntrepreneurJoin us in the heart of downtown Billings, Montana, as we delve into the inspiring journey of Wade, a dynamic entrepreneur and passionate podcaster. In this episode, we uncover the fascinating story behind Wade's evolution from a college podcaster at Wabash to the visionary founder of Lamplighter Creative.Immerse yourself in Wade's world as he shares his profound experiences within his fraternity and the vibrant community he fostered during his time at Wabash. His deep-rooted love for world history ignited a passion for creativity that transcends through motion design, photography, videography, and even a captivating short film. ...2023-11-2946 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwaySara the Sheep Lady: A Montana Rancher's Entrepreneurial SpiritIn this episode, we venture into the world of family businesses, commercial ranching, and entrepreneurial spirit. Our hosts, Kayla and Marcell of Big Sky Economic Development, sit down with the remarkable Sara Hollenbeck, affectionately known as "Sara the Sheep Lady."Sara's journey is nothing short of inspirational. She shares her story of moving from California to the heart of Montana and the intriguing condition her boyfriend set before proposing—experiencing all four seasons in Montana. Embracing the ranching atmosphere, Sara knew she wanted to be part of the ranch while pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams.One of...2023-11-0853 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayEmbracing the Unknown: From College to Career in BillingsWhat's it like to embark on a journey to a new country and state for college, stepping into the unknown with the hope of embracing a welcoming community that opens doors you never knew existed? Join us on this episode of "The Vault," where we're delighted to have Irene Ramirez and Gabriel dos Santos, fellow Battlin' Bears, to discuss the unique experience of being college students in Billings and transitioning from college life to becoming successful young professionals.Gabe, hailing from Brazil, shares his incredible journey, moving to an all-boys military school in Missouri at the age...2023-10-2558 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayA Taste of Billings: Exploring Food, Culture, and Community with Ryan CremerIn this captivating episode of "The Vault at 201 N Broadway," we sit down with a true Billings enthusiast, Ryan Cremer. As one of our Better Off in Billings Ambassadors, Ryan offers a unique perspective on the city he calls home. Join hosts Kayla and Marcell as they dive into Ryan's fascinating journey from growing up in Billings, venturing to different Montana towns, and ultimately finding his calling in the heart of the city.Ryan's story unfolds with his deep love for the arts and culture scene in Billings, which often goes under the radar. He shares his...2023-10-1157 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayJustin 'McLovin' Hutchinson: A Radio Host's Path to Community ImpactIn this episode of 'The Vault at 201 N Broadway,' we're excited to introduce you to the multifaceted and community-driven Justin Hutchinson, known to many as "McLovin." From his unexpected journey into radio to his passion for producing content and helping others, Justin wears many hats in Billings, Montana.Justin's radio career started with a curiosity for pushing buttons during high school broadcasting classes. Little did he know that this initial exposure would lead him to the airwaves of the Big J Show with Jason, where he officially joined the team in 2008. Justin's love for entertainment and...2023-09-271h 17The Vault at 201 N BroadwayFrom Open Mic to LA Spotlight: Lukas Seely's Journey to Laughter and SuccessGet ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired in this hilarious and insightful episode of The Vault at 201 N Broadway! We're thrilled to have Lukas Seely, a Billings native, join us to share his incredible journey from open mic competitions to making audiences roar with laughter in LA and beyond.Lukas, the youngest in his family, discovered his knack for humor early on and drew inspiration from comedic legends like Jim Carrey and Chris Farley. His comedy career took flight when he bravely entered an open mic competition during college, even though he didn't win...2023-09-1345 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayEmpowering Business Through Borders: Owen Haacke's Trek into International TradeStep into the captivating world of international trade as we sit down with Owen Haacke, the visionary owner and founder of Empress Brokers International LLC. In this episode, we delve into Owen's remarkable journey, starting from his roots in Billings, Montana, to his adventurous exploits across continents.Growing up with a deep love for Montana's rugged outdoors, Owen's passion for languages and history led him to fall in love with the intricate dynamics of international trade. Join us as he takes us through his high school journey, Latin class where he learned the historical threads that weave...2023-08-3057 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayFinding Alignment the Pura Vida Way, A Tale of Entrepreneurial Resilience with Sarah KennedyIn this inspiring episode of The Vault, we sit down with Sarah, a remarkable entrepreneur who embarked on a transformative journey from her hometown of Billings, Montana, to the vibrant landscapes of Costa Rica. Sarah takes us through her captivating story, sharing her profound connection to movement and dance, which ultimately propelled her into the realm of entrepreneurship and led her to establish her very own dance fitness studio back in Billings.Growing up in the picturesque town of Billings, Montana, Sarah recounts her earliest encounters with dance and movement, revealing how her passion blossomed over the...2023-08-1646 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayUntamed Stories: Jeff Ewelt's Journey to ZooMontanaIn this extraordinary episode, we embark on a captivating journey through the heart of ZooMontana, a zoological/botanical garden, accredited arboretum, and educational facility nestled in the scenic landscapes of Billings, Montana. At the helm of this remarkable oasis is the visionary Director, Jeff Ewelt.Discover the magic of ZooMontana as Jeff shares his inspiring career story, from humble beginnings in Ohio to overseeing this incredible community gathering place. Beyond its role as a haven for over 80 animals representing 56 diverse species, including majestic Amur Tigers, powerful Grizzly Bears, playful River Otters, and elusive Canada Lynx, ZooMontana has...2023-08-0259 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayFrom News Reporter to Publisher: The Inspiring Journey of Julie, Owner of Yellowstone Valley Woman MagazineOn this episode of The Vault the hosts sit down with Julie, the dynamic owner of Yellowstone Valley Women magazine. Julie gives listeners a glimpse into her early love for storytelling which ignited her passion for journalism, and how it led her to pursue a career in journalism. She shares her journey from news reporter to marketing director and finally to editor, culminating in her successful venture as a publisher. Tune in to hear Julie's fascinating story and learn about the importance of taking risks and embracing new opportunities in pursuing your passions. Get ready to...2023-07-191h 02The Vault at 201 N BroadwayServing with Passion and Excellence with Steve Arveschoug, Big Sky Economic Development"We're all about service to this community and making impacts that will have a lasting and positive value for our community economically. We show up everyday and we put in a lot of work to do that and I'm proud of this team."In this episode of The Vault, Steve Arveschoug, Executive Director of Big Sky Economic Development (BSED) walks us through each of the BSED programs and the work they do to serve our community. Before we dive in to that, however, Steve shares his life journey beginning in Hawaii, bouncing around to different communities growing...2023-07-0554 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayFrom Rural Roots to Global Consumers with Bryan Wood, President of Wood's Powr-GripNo matter where you are you can do big things, you can create industry changing instruments and technology - so just go for it!"In this episode of The Vault, Bryan Wood walks us through the history of his grandfather starting Wood's Powr-Grip in rural Montana and how it has flourished into an international company that is now in its fourth generation of the Wood family working within the company.It all started in a small repair shop when Howard Wood needed to solve a problem while working on engines that sparked an invention that...2023-06-2157 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayCultivating a Kaleidoscope Culture with Toby O'Rourke, CEO of Kampgrounds of AmericaAs President and CEO of Kampgrounds of America, Inc., Toby O'Rourke oversees KOA, the world’s largest branded system of campgrounds with over 500 franchised and company owned locations across North America. (Fun Fact: KOA is headquartered right here in Billings MT!)In this episode of The Vault, Toby shares her career background beginning in technology then to marketing and how it eventually led her to KOA and later becoming President and CEO of the company. She gives background to how KOA started right here in Billings, Montana and what exciting new developments are coming to life! One of...2023-06-0755 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayCreating Innovation by Asking the Dumb Questions with Karl Rude, Health Management Services LLC"As you start looking at the second half of the game, it's like 'What have I become? How did I become that? And how do I influence who I want to be by taking the history of how I got here?" Karl Rude is a Billings born and raised entrepreneur that has used his formative life experiences to be innovative in his work and to build a career that is highly meaningful to him.In this episode of The Vault, Karl shares his background growing up in Billings and how mentorship, learning perseverance through losing, and earning...2023-05-241h 07The Vault at 201 N BroadwayStrengthening Communities through Childcare with Jason Nitschke, Zero to Five MontanaZero to Five Montana is a statewide early childhood organization focused on increasing access to early care and education, supporting and strengthening families, uplifting voices, and empowering small businesses and communities. Jason Nitschke currently serves as the Senior Childcare Business Advisor for Zero to Five Montana.In this episode of The Vault, Jason walks us through his own entrepreneurial journey beginning as a child in Montana mowing lawns. He shares the background behind starting his own businesses in adulthood, and how he succeeded, failed, learned, and grew along the way. Each of Jason's experiences eventually l...2023-05-1059 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayThe Entrepreneur Journey from Dreaming It to Doing It with Kris Carpenter, Sanctuary Spa and Salon and Joy of LivingIn this episode of The Vault we are honored to share the story of an inspiring entrepreneur, a strong and respected community leader, and the owner of multiple businesses in our community.Kris Carpenter owns Sanctuary Spa and Salon and Joy of Living boutique in Billings, which have become staple businesses in our city. Kris explains her journey from doing at-home facials with oatmeal, incense, and Enya to creating the first all-inclusive, luxurious day spa and salon in Billings, and later opening a "gifts for your girlfriends" boutique. Throughout the episode Kris shares different ways she listens...2023-04-2658 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayEmpowering Our Future Workforce with Bo Bruinsma, Billings Public Schools"What do you want to be when you grow up?" That's the age old question that we ask children, teens, young adults (and even ourselves when we're well into our careers). Billings Public Schools has been paving the way to create the career pathways and exploration opportunities to help students truly discover what it is they want to do with their future.In this episode of The Vault, Career Outreach Director for Billings Public Schools, Bo Bruinsma tells his story of how he came to be in his position today, helping create career exploration opportunities for students...2023-04-121h 10The Vault at 201 N BroadwayServing with Sustainability with Tiffany Miller - O'Brien, FRAE Everyday GoodsFrom a career in fashion and design in Seattle, WA to sewing thousands of face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic to creating a sustainable goods corner-store in Billings, MT, small business owner Tiffany Miller - O'Brien shares her story with us in this episode of The Vault.'FRAE' means 'from' and Tiffany's store, FRAE Everyday Goods, takes that into careful consideration with each product's life cycle. Where did the product come from, where is the product going, where will the product eventually end up? Tiffany also teaches a variety of skills through one-on-one conversation and workshops at...2023-03-2945 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayServing the Montana Food and Agriculture Industry with Joel Bertolino, Beartooth Resource Conservation & DevelopmentIn this episode of The Vault, we will be talking to a fourth-generation Montanan who grew up on a "typical Montana ranch" just south of Roberts. He has continued his family's tradition of agriculture by working for the USDA Farm Service Agency for seven years, then becoming the director of the Food and Ag Development Center and now the Executive Director for Beartooth Resource Conservation & Development.Learn more about what led Joel to the work he is doing today in Food and Ag Development, the grants and services Beartooth RC&D has available across their 5-county region...2023-03-1545 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwaySmall Business Resources with Lorene Hintz, Small Business Development CenterIn this special episode of The Vault, we hear from one of our podcast sponsors and colleague, Lorene Hintz. From purchasing, to owning, and eventually to selling her business Lorene walks us through her entrepreneurial background and what led her to the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). She shares the good and bad sides of owning a small business in rural Montana, while emphasizing the services and resources the SBDC provides to assist small businesses throughout Montana. Listen along for some light-hearted, entertaining stories and to gather some tips and tools to help you and your business!...2023-03-0135 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayBeing Comfortable with the Uncomfortable in Entrepreneurship with Gabe Espino, It's RoastedIn this episode, food truck owner Gabe Espino opens up to us about the highs and lows of starting a food truck in Billings, MT. We learn where he grew up, what brought him to Billings, what his start up was like and how he came up with the name “It’s Roasted” for his iconic elotes and papas food truck. Listen to discover more about Gabe’s journey being comfortable in the uncomfortable, balancing family life with owning and operating a business, and what is on the horizon for this entrepreneur and his team “roasting” the food truck scene! 2023-02-1536 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayFinding Creative Content with Maddie Reiners, Maddie Nichole PhotographerIn this episode, we sit down with young female entrepreneur Maddie - owner of Maddie Nichole Photographer, podcast creator of 20 Something, adventurer, and Rock31 member. The trio discuss what ignited Maddie’s passion to be a photographer, the experiences she went through to get her to where she is today, how she stays creative and where she finds inspiration in her business and in her life. Plus, Maddie shares some tips about how to start your own podcast! The energy between these three is electric that it will leave you wanting more! Make sure to subscribe and sha...2023-02-0139 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayMeet the HostsWhat does a Toyota 4Runner, 1965 Red Ford Mustang Convertible, and vintage Mini Cooper have in common? These are the dream vehicles of our hosts. In this episode we meet the creators and hosts of The Vault at 201 N Broadway. They talk about what led them to the roles they have today at Big Sky Economic Development AND why they are so excited to finally launch this podcast to share the stories of Billings entrepreneurs, small businesses, and community leaders making big impacts in the community. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To c...2023-02-0142 minThe Vault at 201 N BroadwayThe Vault | IntroductionWelcome to our first episode of The Vault at 201 N Broadway- a podcast for innovators & problem solvers. In this episode the hosts will be introducing you to The Vault, who we are and why we are here! Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE To connect with Kayla click HERE To connect with Marcell HERE For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by Big S...2023-01-1301 min
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk PodcastS1 EP 33: Kara Vogt, Kavo Creative, Part 2Join the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People,In today's episode, Dianne shares the second half of her talk with video production maven, Kara Vogt. Thank goodness we were able to recover the interview because it is a great one! Kara talks about her original business, Wise Oak Soapery and how creating her own soap marketing videos led her to establish Kavo Creative to teach video marketing to other entrepreneurs. Kara shares her views on filters, social media, and her plans for the future of Kavo Creative and more. Check out the f...2022-09-2829 min