Rock Coast Entrepreneurs

?? New Episode Alert: Don’t Miss What Our Educators Are Doing for the St. George Community! ?? We're excited to share the latest episode on the Rock Coast Entrepreneurs' YouTube Channel! This week, we’re joined by Mike Felton and Paul Meinersmann from St. George MSU to discuss their transformative CTE/Makerspace Building Project. ?? ?? What to Expect: ? How this project connects the community as a Connectivity Hub. ? Partnerships with incredible organizations like the Mid-Coast School of Technology and The Roux Institute. ? Solutions for workforce development and childcare challenges. ?? Watch Now: https://lnkd.in/efqGdXyN If you’re passionate about innovation, education, or community development, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories. ??? #RockCoastEntrepreneurs #CTE #Makerspace #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityConnections #EducationInnovation

?? New Episode Alert! ?? Episode 8 of Entrepreneur's Hour is now up for your viewing pleasure on our YouTube channel! In this special episode, Chris Austin hosts a Q&A with Rockland City Council candidates, Mayor Nicole Kalloch and her challenger, David Statman, where they dive into the future of Rockland, balancing community growth, and their visions for our business community. Catch all the insights and learn about the candidates' perspectives on key local issues. Watch now and join the conversation! ?? ?? Watch Episode 8 Here: https://lnkd.in/eErYtE6b #EntrepreneursHour #RocklandMaine #RockCoastEntrepreneurs #LocalLeadership #CommunityMatters #BusinessCommunity #SupportLocal #MaineBusiness

?? New Episode Alert! ?? We just released Episode 7 of Entrepreneur’s Hour on our YouTube channel! ??? In this episode, Chris Austin sits down with Erick Anderson, a Midcoast Maine native and a true leader in the luxury hospitality industry with over 22 years of experience. Erick shares his journey as the Area General Manager of Bay View Collection, his role as Chair of the Camden Area Business Group, and his position on the Board of the Maine Tourism Association. Plus, Erick dives into how his creative side as a design and sign hobbyist helps businesses stand out with fresh branding and rebranding ideas. Catch the full conversation on leadership, entrepreneurship, and creativity now! ???? ?? Watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eMphDJXu Don’t forget to like and subscribe to our channel for more insights from local business leaders and entrepreneurs! ??? #EntrepreneursHour #RockCoastEntrepreneurs #SmallBusiness #Leadership #LuxuryHospitality #MaineBusiness #CreativeEntrepreneur #SubscribeNow #BusinessInspiration #NewEpisode #YouTube #mainetourism

??? Special Edition of Entrepreneur’s Hour – October 29th! ??? Join Chris Austin on Tuesday, October 29th, from 7am-8am on WRFR 93.3 Rockland (or stream live on their website) for a Q&A session with Rockland City Council candidates Nicole Kalloch and David Statman. This hour-long session will feature questions submitted by local Rockland businesses and organizations, with a chance to text in your questions live during the show! Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from the candidates as they answer your questions in a non-debate format. ?? Date: October 29th ?? Time: 7am-8am ?? Where to listen: WRFR 93.3 Rockland or stream online ?? Guests: Nicole Kalloch & David Statman ?? Text your questions live – at least 3 will be answered on-air! Miss the live show? Catch the replay on Election Day, November 5th! Tune in, get informed, and be part of the conversation ahead of Election Day! #EntrepreneursHour #RocklandME #RocklandCityCouncil #QandA #LocalElections #WRFR #RocklandMainStreet #PenBayChamber #RocklandCommunity #ChrisAustin #SupportSmallBusiness #Election2024

Entrepreneur's Hour - Episode 7 Coming Tomorrow, Tuesday October 22nd, 2024!!! Join us on tomorrow, Tuesday, October 22nd for Episode 7 of Entrepreneur's Hour, live from 7-8 a.m. on WRFR 93.3 Rockland, streaming online as well here: https://www.wrfr.org/ Our special guest this week is Erick Anderson, a Midcoast Maine native with over 22 years in luxury hospitality. Since 2010, Erick has led daily operations as the Area General Manager for the Bay View Collection hotel properties in Camden, Maine. But Erick wears many hats! He’s been Chair of the Camden Area Business Group since 2012, has served the last two years as a board member for the Maine Tourism Association, and his entrepreneurial spirit shines in his creative side as a design and sign hobbyist. You’ve probably seen his work on vehicles, storefronts, and in the branding of businesses across the state since 2013! Erick’s passion for service, guest experience, and creative entrepreneurship promises to make this an exciting and insightful hour. You don’t want to miss it! Tune in for a great conversation about small business, hospitality, and more! #EntrepreneursHour #RockCoastEntrepreneurs #SmallBusiness #LuxuryHospitality #CreativeEntrepreneur #CamdenMaine #MaineTourism #DesignAndBranding #BusinessLeaders #MaineBusiness #inspiration

?? New Episode Alert! ?? Episode 6 of Entrepreneur’s Hour is now available on the Rock Coast Entrepreneurs’ YouTube Channel! This week, we’re featuring two incredible guests: ??? Lance Boody – Owner & Founder of Bay View Painting ??? Chris Austin – President of Ardiah Managed Services, LLC (and your host!) In this episode, we dive into: ?? Their personal business journeys and the lessons they’ve learned ?? When business expansion works and when it doesn’t ?? Lance’s top resources for leadership and business growth ?? How outsourcing can transform your back-office operations ?? Chris’s secrets to successful networking and partnership building Don’t miss out on this inspiring conversation full of practical advice for entrepreneurs of all kinds! ?? Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eKyHiDBN #EntrepreneursHour #BusinessGrowth #BayViewPainting #ArdiahManagedServices #LeadershipDevelopment #Outsourcing #SmallBusinessTips #Networking #Entrepreneurship #YouTubeRelease #RockCoastEntrepreneurs

??? Tune in Next Week to the Entrepreneur’s Hour! We’re excited to announce our next episode featuring two guests: Lance Boody, Owner & Founder of Bay View Painting, and our host Chris Austin, President of Ardiah Managed Services, who will also be playing the role of guest! Our Guests: Lance Boody - Owner & Founder of Bay View Painting Lance Boody founded Bay View Painting in 2012, after over 20 years of experience in the painting industry. His journey began with a fascination for transforming spaces through products and techniques, starting small with exterior repaints. Today, his company thrives by working on high-end projects with general contractors, including the recent Pope Memorial Humane Society building. Lance is passionate about creating a learning environment for his team, helping them grow both personally and professionally, with his sights set on becoming the premier painting company in midcoast Maine, and eventually expanding to Southern and Central Maine. Chris Austin - President of Ardiah Managed Services Chris Austin is a dedicated leader and the President of Ardiah Managed Services. With extensive experience supporting small businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities, Chris has built a reputation for helping organizations streamline their back-office operations, reduce costs, and enhance overall efficiency. His work spans a range of services including payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, and payment systems. As a passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, Chris also hosts the Entrepreneur’s Hour, where he shares insights, tips, and success stories to inspire others. ??? Topics we’ll be discussing: Individual journeys: How both Lance and Chris got to where they are today, the lessons they’ve learned, and what motivates them. Expansion strategies: When it works and when it doesn’t. Resources for growth: A deep dive into the tools Lance uses to grow personally and professionally, including business management and leadership skills. Outsourcing insights: Chris will discuss how Ardiah helps businesses with outsourcing and how it can improve operations. Serial Networking: Chris will share how being an active networker has helped him grow his brand, build partnerships, and stay involved in his community and state. ??? Date: Tuesday, October 15th ?? Time: 7am-8am ?? Where: WRFR 93.3 Rockland or Live Stream on WRFR's Website: https://www.wrfr.org/ #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #RockCoastEntrepreneurs #CommunitySupport #BayViewPainting #ArdiahManagedServices #PaintingIndustry #BusinessLeadership #Outsourcing #Networking #EntrepreneursHour #midcoastmaine

?? Next Week on Entrepreneurs Hour! ?? We're kicking off October with a powerhouse episode featuring two dynamic guests who truly embody the "hustler" spirit. ??? Tune in to our 4th show this Tuesday, where we'll dive into what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur in Maine. ?? Michael McNaboe – Entrepreneur, Realtor, and Designated Broker at City + Harbor RE. With 25+ years of experience, Michael knows the grind and the hustle it takes to thrive in the real estate industry. ?? Peter Piconi – Business Advisor and former entrepreneur. Peter brings his deep expertise in business development and strategic planning to help others turn their dreams into reality. ??? We’ll discuss why Mainers have to work harder, how the unique environment here shapes our work ethic, and how hustling is more than just working hard—it's about making smart, strategic moves. ???? ?? When: Tuesday, October 3rd ? Time: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM ?? Where: WRFR 93.3 Rockland or stream live online! ?? Don’t miss out—get ready to be inspired and learn how to apply the "hustler's mindset" to your own entrepreneurial journey! #EntrepreneursHour #MaineEntrepreneurs #HustlerSpirit #BusinessSuccess #RealEstate #BusinessDevelopment #WRFRRadio #SmallBusinessGrowth #WorkHardPlayHard #OctoberKickoff #TuneIn

?? Exciting news! Be sure to like and subscribe to our new Rock Coast Entrepreneurs YouTube channel. Episode 3 is live, and there’s plenty more to explore with new content coming soon! ?? You can also catch us live every Tuesday from 7 AM to 8 AM in the Rockland, Maine area on 93.3 FM, or stream the show on WRFR's website, https://www.wrfr.org/. ?? Plus, stay tuned for audio recordings of the show—coming soon as your new favorite podcast! We’d love your feedback! Let us know if you’ve tuned in and share your thoughts on the show. ?? Here is the link to today's show: https://lnkd.in/g9_WCUWn #EntrepreneursHour #ChrisAustin #ToddBross #RuckusDonuts #NicoleKalloch #MayorOfRockland #RocklandEntrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSupport #CrowdSourcing #EntrepreneurJourney #LeadershipAndBusiness #CommunityLeadership #RocklandMaine #BusinessGrowth #LocalLeadership #EntrepreneurshipSupport

?? Exciting News! ?? Rock Coast Entrepreneurs has officially launched our YouTube Channel! ?? Now you can catch all of our Entrepreneur's Hour episodes, insightful talks, and inspiring stories from local business leaders right at your fingertips. Check out our latest episode featuring Nicole Larabee of Superior Restoration and David Gogel of Rockland Main Street, Inc., where they share their entrepreneurial journeys and the innovative ways they're supporting our community. ?? Subscribe and stay connected: https://lnkd.in/eAnJHUrf We’re thrilled to bring more value to our entrepreneurial community through this new platform. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this is your space to learn, grow, and connect! #RockCoastEntrepreneurs #EntrepreneursHour #YouTubeLaunch #SupportLocal #SmallBusiness #CommunityLeadership #RocklandME