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The Lutheran History PodcastTLHP 75 Full Citation:Utilizing an Archival Storehouse with Nathan EricsonThe most important WELS history resource might not sit on a shelf — it’s already in your browser.In this episode, we sit down with Professor Nathan Ericson, Library Director at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary and Editor of the Wisconsin Lutheran Quarterly, to explore the quiet engine behind much of modern WELS scholarship: Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary Digital Library. We discuss how thousands of digitized papers—from convention essays to rare historical documents—form an indispensable record of the synod’s past and a living resource for pastors, teachers, researchers, and congregational historians today. Ericson unpacks how these mate...
2025-12-1242 min
Camano VoiceNathan Lillegard: Bridging Entrepreneurs and Funding OpportunitiesEpisode Summary:In this engaging episode, we're joined by Nathan Lillegard, Capital Access Director of RAIN Catalysts, a renowned platform that specializes in fostering entrepreneurial success. Nathan not only plays an integral role in guiding entrepreneurs about funding, but also expertly connects them with the most suitable funding sources.In addition to his pivotal role at RAIN Catalysts, Nathan also imparts knowledge and inspiration to budding entrepreneurs at the University of Oregon, where he serves as a faculty member in the business division. In our conversation, Nathan shares about his journey, including...
2023-05-2357 min
Fivefold VoicesChad Ericson - How I got here?How to discover your ministry.Pastor Ericson takes on the entertaining journey from college student to associate pastor of FAC Maryville. We also delve into discovering your ministry in this fun and personal conversation. Originally aired 10/4/21
2023-01-0632 min
Expert Network TeamEpisode 22: Captive Insurance Part 2The experts continue their conversation with Rich Ericson and Nathan Merrill about captive insurance companies. Learn alongside Jeff Krommendyk and Mike Miller about the big benefits, and key risks, of setting up a privately-owned insurance company. Continuing the conversation, Rich dives into more details about the three matrices of captive insurance: revenues, employees and current commercial insurance premiums. He discusses the big tax advantages and some of the legal details business owners want to know as they consider these advanced planning strategies. Learn about self-funded health insurance plans, and some of the benefits including increased transparency and lower costs. Learn...
2021-03-1031 minExpert Network TeamEpisode 21: Captive Insurance Part 1Jeff Krommendyk, Mike Miller, the experts, interview Rich Ericson from ALINK and Nathan Merrill with Goodspeed and Merrill to learn how to set up an insurance policy that covers risks not covered by traditional business insurance. Plus, the tax advantages can be huge. The perils of a pandemic can be covered by captive insurance, and that could have provided companies a lot of protection. Learn how a business owner can set up a captive insurance company of their own. Learn about the benefits. Learn about the tax benefits. Learn about the two fundamentals required by any insurance company. Learn about...
2021-03-0329 min
Build Your SaaSShould you build an audience first?Justin is interviewed by Noah and Ben from the Product Journey podcast:Should you build an audience first?Why finding the right market is the first filter you should use on your idea.Justin also shares some stuff he's changed his mind about this past year.★ Thanks to our sponsors:Postmark. Postmark delivers your transactional email to customers on time, every time. You'll love their lightning-fast email delivery and developer-friendly features. Get one month free when you use coupon code BUILDYOURSAAS. postmarkapp.com/loves/buildyoursaasClubhouse. Guess who's back? Clubhouse is the first project management pl...
2019-12-1741 minBuild Your SaaSThe constant feature release cycleJon and Justin share their SaaS journey:"There's so many great feature ideas, but we can't do them all."Jon's wondering about the constant feature request/release cycle“You’re doing a good job if you’re enjoying the journey” - Jason Cohen (on Art of Product)Tweet: “Any other SaaS companies seeing that revenue generally drops in the summer? I thought it was just me.”Nathan Barry: “The summer is historically really slow for us.”Justin is wondering: are enterprise customers worth it? (Des Traynor from Intercom says: "yes")★ Thanks to our sponsors:ProfitWell. If you...
2019-08-2741 minBuild Your SaaSNo sleep 'till Brooklyn (what we learned in New York)Big week. Justin was in New York and Jon found an office!Justin lost his voice.Jon doesn't work from home or coffee shops anymore.Jon found an office: "It’s inexpensive, but quiet, with nice people in a nice area. Inexpensive enough to where I won’t feel bad if I do want to work elsewhere once in a while."Justin's Spotify visit (very interesting).Laracon conference on Times Square (Justin was the MC and gave a talk)Met with a few customers:Jess & Jmac – The BaseCode PodcastConor – The All Things Auth PodcastCherie – Water & MusicJustin also met with his f...
2019-07-3050 min
Startup Hypeman: The GOAT to Market ShowS5E5 - Yvonne Lyngaas: How Do You Build Accountability?Whether chasing a goal or simply trying to get things done, accountability can determine your success or lack thereof. This week, we sit down with Yvonne Lyngaas, founder and CEO of Monarch & Company, and discuss what goes into building accountability for yourself, and for others.We explore:+How awards provide motivation+The unpopular approach to failure+Understanding the mindsets contrary to your own+Comparing yourself to others+Accumulating knowledge versus getting good grades+Being able to flip the switch between playful and serious with others+The struggle to hold yourself accountable to you+Writing down 3, 5, and 10 year goals+Internalizing your...
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