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The Hub PodcastThe Hub Podcast # 36 - Scott County CDA - Michael Werneke & Chris RussertHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Michael Werneke and Chris Russert from Scott County CDA. We discuss what the Scott County Community Development Agency (CDA) is, the Fast-Track Challenge for businesses, and the City of Shakopee Residential Rehab Loan Program.Related Links:Scott County CDA websiteScott County Fast-Track Challenge websiteShakopee Residential Rehab Loan Program websiteThe Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get...2025-06-2014 min
The Hub PodcastThe Hub Podcast # 35 - Cullen Bahn, Jordan Community Education DirectorHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Jordan Public Schools Community Education Director, Cullen Bahn. They cover Cullen’s background, Community Ed programming, community center (CERC) amenities, programs for senior adults, 40th Annual Run of the Mill, Scott County Senior Expo, how to access the CERC during summer construction, and more!Related Links:Jordan Community Education & Recreation WebsiteThis episode of The Hub Podcast is sponsored by St. Francis Regional Medical Center.The Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or...2025-06-1425 min
The Hub PodcastThe Hub Podcast #34 - Bob RoepkeThis interview is a joint podcast with Carver County Local News. Co-hosts Ryan Dahnert and Mike Huang interview Bob Roepke. Bob has been involved with government and civic organizations in the SW metro for over 40 years. Bob is a lifelong resident of Chaska and alumnus of Gustavus Adolphus College. He retired from a distinguished 35-year career at 3M, where he led Human Resources and Organizational Development for the IT Division. Bob’s service to the community includes a 20-year tenure on Chaska’s council, including 18 years as Mayor. His current roles include Chair of the Chaska Community Fund...2025-06-071h 28
The Hub PodcastThe Hub Podcast #33 - Jordan Superintendent Ranae Case EvensonHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Jordan Public Schools superintendent Ranae Case Evenson at the end of the ‘24-’25 school year. They cover the elementary construction project, summer road construction on Sunset Dr., student enrollment trends, and more!Related Links:Jordan Public Schools websiteCity of Jordan Sunset Dr. Construction project websiteThis episode of The Hub Podcast is sponsored by St. Francis Regional Medical Center.The Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.2025-05-3045 min
The Hub PodcastThe Hub Podcast # 31 - Dr. Monte Johnson, St. Francis Regional Medical CenterHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Dr. Monte Johnson, Vice President of Medical Affairs at St. Francis Regional Medical Center. They discuss Monte’s background, expansion projects at St. Francis, promising medical advances and more!Related Links:St. Francis Regional Medical Center website.St. Francis Regional Medical Center facebook page.A special thanks to St. Francis for being a founding sponsor of The Hub News.The Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber....2025-04-1729 min
The Hub Podcast#28 - Representative Brad TabkeHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Representative Brad Tabke. Tabke represents MN House District 54A. They discuss Rep. Tabke’s background, what made him decide to run for public office, the ‘25 legislative session, and more!Related links:Rep. Tabke’s House Directory PageTabke for MinnesotaTabke for MN facebook pageThe Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Hub News at www.thehub...2025-02-1157 min
The Hub Podcast#27 - Representative Ben BakebergHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Representative Ben Bakeberg. Bakeberg represents MN House District 54B. They discuss Rep. Bakeberg’s background, what made him decide to run for public office, the ‘25 legislative session, and more!Related links:Rep. Bakeberg’s House Directory Page Rep. Bakeberg’s websiteThe Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Hub News at www.thehubnewsmn.com/subscribe2025-02-0430 min
The Hub Podcast#26 - Scott County Sheriff Luke HennenHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Scott County Sheriff Luke Hennen. They discuss Sheriff Hennen’s background, the responsibilities of the Sheriff’s office, emerging public safety challenges, technology impact on law enforcement, the Sheriff’s Community Academy program, and more!Related links:Scott County Sheriff’s website: https://www.scottcountymn.gov/2151/County-SheriffScott County Sheriff’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ScottCoSheriffOfficeSheriff Hennen’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sheriffhennen/Subscribe to The Hub Podcast on Apple Podcasts: The Hub News is a no...2025-02-0138 min
The Hub Podcast#25 - Jordan City Administrator Tom NikunenHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Jordan City Administrator Tom Nikunen. They discuss the new mayor and council, new city website, residential development, ‘25 construction projects, EDA projects, park projects and more.Related links:City of Jordan websiteHwy 169 & Hwy 282/CR9 Intergchange MnDOT project websiteHwy 169 & CH 59 Overpass Scott County project websiteHwy 169 & Bluff Dr./Jordan Ave Overpass Scott County project websiteThe Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. 2025-01-2923 min
The Hub Podcast#22 - Jesse Lara: Shakopee City Council MemberHost Ryan Dahnert interviews Shakopee City Council Member Jesse Lara. They discuss Jesse’s background, his experience on city council, his vision for Shakopee and more!Jesse Lara Shakopee City Council facebook pageThe Hub News is a non-profit publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Hub News at www.thehubnewsmn.com/subscribe2024-12-1025 min
The CEO Project PodcastCEO Stories- Ryan Dahnert, Plymold In this episode of "The Lazy CEO Podcast," host Jim Schleckser welcomes Ryan Dahnert, the CEO of Plymold, a manufacturer of furniture and fixtures for commercial service. Ryan discusses the journey of his company and the challenges he faced as a first-time CEO. Here are the key points discussed in the podcast: 1. Plymold's Business: Plymold manufactures furniture and fixtures primarily for commercial service, focusing on fast-food restaurant chains, travel stops, and more. The company has been in business for 75 years and has been employee-owned since 1992. 2. Reorganization Process: Ryan describes the reorganization process he initiated after becoming...2023-10-2933 min