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Pathways to Rural Prosperity

Welcome to Pathways to Rural Prosperity

The Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast provides strategies to empower rural community success and vitality. Hosted by e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems' Don Macke, episodes will feature interviews with cutting edge rural development thought leaders and community practitioners; remarkable entrepreneurs including business, nonprofit, and government professionals; and the learnings of e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems. Connect with Don, learn more about e2, and subscribe!

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In this edition of Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast, Don Macke with e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems hosts Shawn Kaskie with Rural Prosperity Nebraska. Shawn is the leader of an impressive entrepreneurship initiative employing entrepreneur coaches in rural Nebraska communities. Impacts from this demonstration project are remarkable. Shawn will be sharing his story, providing some overview of Rural Prosperity Nebraska and we will take a deeper dive into this U.S. Economic Development Administration supported eCoaching initiative.

In this edition of Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast, Don Macke with e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems hosts Shawn Kaskie with Rural Prosperity Nebraska. Shawn is the leader of an impressive entrepreneurship initiative employing entrepreneur coaches in rural Nebraska communities. Impacts from this demonstration project are remarkable. Shawn will be sharing his story, providing some overview of Rural Prosperity Nebraska and we will take a deeper dive into this U.S. Economic Development Administration supported eCoaching initiative.

Please enjoy Part 2 of the Espresso with Entrepreneurs feature with Laura Martin, the founder and owner of Sew Loved Quilt Shop in Elkhart, Kansas.

In this episode of Espresso with Entrepreneurs, Lea Ann sits down with Laura Martin, the founder and owner of Sew Loved Quilt Shop in Elkhart, Kansas. Laura shares her journey of turning her passion for sewing into a successful business, and the challenges and triumphs she has faced along the way.

During the interview, listeners will learn:

- Laura's inspiration for starting Sew Loved Quilt Shop
- The process of turning a passion into a profitable business
- The importance of community
- Tips for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start their own creative business

Whether you are an avid quilter, a budding entrepreneur, or simply looking for some inspiration, this episode is sure to resonate with you. So grab a cup of your favorite coffee and tune in to learn from Laura's journey of stitching together success in the quilting world.

Please enjoy Part 1.

In this edition of Pathways to Rural Prosperity Podcast Don Macke with e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems hosts Matt Dunne, the founder and Executive Director of the Center on Rural Innovation. Matt is a leading rural development thought leader, innovator and practitioner working across the United States. This podcast edition focuses on Matt’s personal journey into this work, and an exploration of the Center’s work and resources. The Center’s mission is our best promo for this podcast… “Advancing economic prosperity in rural America through the creation of inclusive tech economy ecosystems that support scalable entrepreneurship and tech job creation.”

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Espresso with Entrepreneurs! Today we get a glimpse into the life of Entrepreneur and avid Outdoorsman Matt Moreau of Clever Rabbit Throwing Club and Clever Rabbit Forge. Matt ceremoniously burned his day-job certification on FaceBook as he took the leap into Entrepreneurship full time…and has continued to grow his business while doing what he loves. A native Kansan, Matt artfully combines his love of the outdoors with timeless craftsmanship, education and tourism in his North Carolina home.
We hope you enjoy the episode and, as always, stay inspired and keep brewing success!