Expanding the Family Legacy at Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn with Amy Grossi
Amy Grossi, the third generation of the Bavarian Inn Zehnders, shares with us her journey and growth within her family’s business. It’s daunting to think of running one of Michigan’s top travel destinations but Amy handles it with grace and style. With her incredible team, she continues the time-honored tradition started by her grandfather and expanded by her father.
Culinary Exploration at the Real Seafood Company and Kevin Gudejko
For Kevin, being in the restaurant business was his first and only professional love. With this drive, he spearheads the Main Street Restaurant group which includes great restaurants such as Real Seafood Company. Links: Real Seafood Company Website Recommended Dishes: Parmesan Crusted Flounder Miso Glaze Seabass Paella Locations: 199 Uptown Dr, Bay City, MI 48708 341 […]
Castle Museum of Saginaw County with Jonathan Webb
The Saginaw County Castle Museum is not only a showcase of Mid-Michigan’s history but also a recorder of it. Jonathan Webb shares the history of this incredible Museum and the history that it has captured.
Running Three Bay City Restaurants with Dave Dittenber
Dave Dittenber is building a successful restaurant business. His secret? He took the time to assemble a great team. Developing a solid model, he owns three restaurants in Bay City and one in Midland. He shares with us how he built his team and what his plans are for moving forward. Show Notes: Old City […]
Leadership Through Service with Annette Rummel of the Great Lakes Convention and Visitor’s Bureau
Running the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau for a city is a daunting task. But for three counties? That’s the challenge Annette Rummel faced when she accepted the position as CEO of the Great Lakes CVB. As the CEO of the Great Lakes Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, shares with us lessons she’s learned regarding leadership through […]
Frankenmuth Funships with Eric Fielbrandt
Frankenmuth Funships provides a very different view of Frankenmuth. With Chocolate and Wine boat tours and kayaking, Eric Fielbrandt gets guests off the pavement and onto the water. How does he have a family and two businesses without losing his sanity? He shares his unique insights with us. Show Notes: Frankenmuth Funships Website (Click here) […]
Cultivating Leaders with Al Zehnder of Zehnders of Frankenmuth
Al Zehnder is the third generation of his family business the Zender’s of Frankenmuth. We talk about how the family business helps cultivate leaders to carry this multi-generational business forward. We also talk about going above for customer service.
Key Defining Moments in Frankenmuth’s History with Dan Haubenstricker
Every long-standing company, institution, and city is filled with key decisions that define who they are today. Frankenmuth is no exception. Dan Haubenstricker, of the St. Lorenz Heritage Committee, delves into three of these pivotal decisions that helped create the Frankenmuth that we all know and love today. Show Notes: Frankenmuth Historical Museum (Click Here) […]
Fueling America’s Breakfast with Star of the West Milling Company President Jim Howe
It was 150 years ago that Star of the West started up in Frankenmuth. During that time, the company has seen and been through many events in our country. From supplying the ingredients to make breakfast cereals, bread flour and other essential items we need every day. In this interview, Jim takes us down memory […]
Prost! Frankenmuth’s Very Different and Very Successful Wine Bar with Zak and Korina McClellan
Zak and Korina created Prost Wine Bar and Charcuterie which quickly became a Frankenmuth hotspot. One of my favorite places. What makes Prost so different? Why do people keep coming back? I hope you’re hungry because this is a foodie paradise!