Grill Nation With Jason Grill

Guests – Jason is joined by guest co-host Bryan Sarff, President of True Wealth and Company. They interview Pascale Henn, Principal, Attorney and Entrepreneur at PH Business Law Advisors. Pascale talks about her career path and how being a general in-house counsel influenced the firm she started and the unique services offered. Pascale breaks down why you take on the rules you set when running a business and why its important to build out a business that allows you to do what you want. Very interesting hour with a true business and legal thought leader.

Guests – Jason is joined by Kansas City Chair of Vistage International and Harvard MBA, Jeff Hutsell. Jeff talks about his early career at Hallmark, scaling his own successful business in Chicago and what he does each and every day in KC to mentor and coach CEO’s, Presidents and Business owners who want to outperform their competition. We also talk about Jeff’s new book – “I Really Meant to Tell You…” The book explores why it is so challenging to have important conversations, create moments of meaning, and deliver GREAT words to the people we care about at the office, at home, and in all areas of life. Awesome show this week!

Guests – Jason is joined by Mick Scully aka Mr. Steak (MrSteak.com). They talk about Mick’s journey to becoming Mr. Steak and discuss Mick’s partnership with Bass Pro Shops. We talk about his stationary and portable infrared grills and how they can go up to 1000 degrees in 1-2 minutes creating the perfect steak whether in your backyard, tailgating or on a camping trip. After we talk to Mr. Steak himself we talk to Aaron Borgmann, Former NFL Trainer with the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, who now owns Borgmann Rehab Solutions. We talk about his journey, growing business and even break down some of his favorite players to work with in the NFL. Really fun show this week! Join us.

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host and Grill Nation partner, MoBank and BOK Financial, represented by Ryan Humphrey - VP at BOK Financial. They interview, Clark Morris, VP of Advancement at William Jewell College, and Dr. Gary Armstrong, Associate Dean of Core Curriculum at William Jewell College. They discuss how William Jewell became "The Critical Thinking College" and why this makes a difference. We also discuss how ideas and powerful discussions take place on campus, what Generation Z students are looking for in an education and how William Jewell's work leads to a 99.6% placement rate in the job market or graduate school 6 month's following graduation for its student. Plus so much more. Join us!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host Bryan Sarff, President of True Wealth and Company. They interview Jasper Mirabile, Owner of Jaspers Restaurant. Jaspers is a highly acclaimed national and international award winning Italian Restaurant. We talk with Jasper about how and why he became a chef, what makes Jasper's so successful, what initial struggles and ups and downs he faced, his favorite Italian dish, some memorable celebrity visits, up and coming chefs and what Jasper and family enjoys eating and doing when they aren't cooking up Italian dishes. This show will fire you up for family feasts and fun while showcasing a remarkable journey.

Guests - Jason is joined by show partner, Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC), represented by Chris Gutierrez, President of KCSmartPort. Also in studio is Mark Long, Executive Managing Director of Newmark Grubb Zimmer, and Jake Sorenson, Director of Business Operations at Aerotek. The group discusses KCSmartPort, real estate trends in the manufacturing, warehouse and industrial space, recent company wins in supply chain and logistics vertical, how KC became the largest rail center in the US and the group takes out their crystal balls to forecast how KC will continue to grow as a leader in supply chain, logistics, manufacturing and intermodel jobs. We bring the experts this week to discuss some interesting and forward thinking topics re: economic development, real estate, infrastructure and transportation.

Guests - Jason is joined by Ryley Iverson and Davie Lee, Co-Founders of Townfolio an emerging GovTech start-up changing the way local economies think impacting how decisions are made. We discuss how Ryley and Davie came to KC from Canada, how Townfolio leads to data-driven business decisions from trusted data that uncovers new opportunties, why they joined the Techstars program, and we even talk about Canadian Potato Chips and Shania Twain's museum in their hometown. Join us for this fun, interesting and entertaining hour and learn more about townfolio.com and these two great founders!

Guests - Jason is joined by Joel Goldberg, Fox Sports KC Broadcaster and Pre / Post game host for Kansas City Royals. The two spend this show talking about Joel's other business as a Keynote Speaker and Emcee. The ups and downs of growing a business, the tactics, the why, how it all happens, what Joel brings to the table for businesses, how leadership plays a key role to success and we even have some fun with Joel's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" moment with George Brett around the sandwich named after him at Broadway Deli. Get to know the other side of Joel and take away some keen business insight and laughs with you!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host Bryan Sarff, President of True Wealth and Company. They interview Gene Cullinane, Owner - House of Diamonds, and Karen Cullinane, Jeweler / CAD Designer - House of Diamonds. We discuss Gene's career in the NFL and how he got into diamonds, how he met Karen and we explore her extensive background in the industry, receive some sage business advice re: ups and downs and best practices, trends in the marketplace and even have a few laughs. Join us!

Guests - Jason is joined by David Bayer (DavidBayer.com), successful entrepreneur, speaker, writer, seminar leader and certified personal development coach. David is the author of MindHack - "The 4 Mental Habits of the World's Most Successful Entrepreneurs" - How To Have More Success, More Money and More Time. We discuss David's journey and entrepreneurial successes, the why as to how they worked, his advice to build success and break down walls with professional and personal life, and how we can each reach our goals while enjoying life. This show is simply mind-blowing. Don't miss it!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host Bryan Sarff, President of True Wealth and Company. They interview Mark Comfort, Owner - Cruise Holidays of KC / Comfort Tours and Travel. The group discusses Mark's unique journey with his wife Mimi starting a cruise travel company, which is now recognized as one of the best in class. They also break down Mark's business ups and downs, what places are the best to visit, traveling on cruises for work, different offerings and growing trends, the importance of faith and charity in Mark's life and much more. Join us for this lively show!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host and Grill Nation partner, MoBank and BOK Financial, represented by Ryan Humphrey - VP at BOK Financial. They interview, Chad Harris, Chief Development Officer at Cornerstones of Care, and Stephanie Sheldon, Sr. Marketing Manager at Cornerstones of Care. They discuss what Cornerstones of Care does, exciting training programs offered to fathers, teachers and the community, how important foster parents are right now and the exciting news about the Kansas City Chiefs Charity Game and Cornerstones of Care being this year's beneficiary. Thank you for joining us this week for an important hour!

Guests - Jason is joined by Justin Meyer, Deputy Director of Aviation at the Kansas City Aviation Department (KCAD). Jason talks to Justin about his background and why he got into aviation, what exactly KCAD does, trends in the flying world, best airport innovations, favorite terminals and airport amenities in the US and abroad, Iceland non-stops and importance, future growth of KCI and much more. Take flight with us and join the show!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host and Grill Nation partner, MoBank and BOK Financial, represented by Linda Laurence - SR. VP and Relationship Manager. They interview, Robin Knight, Founder - Emily Kate's Bakery. They discuss the why behind Robin starting a gluten-free bakery, why she chose custom orders and wholesale relationships to start her company instead of her own retail location, growth of the company and exciting new partnerships with groups like Whole Foods. Oh and she brings a bunch of treats and stories into the studio! :) Thanks for joining us.

Guests – Jason is joined by Peter Engelman, Chief Investment Officer – KC Venture Group. The two talk about what KC Venture Group does, but spends the majority of the time talking about real estate investment, trends in the multi-family market space, which cities are doing well with growth, what are factors to consider and how does the future look. Interesting show with a great historic and current perspective.

Guests - Jason is joined by show partner, Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC), represented by Jessica Palm, Manager Director - TeamKC. Also in studio is Sasha Maslanka, College Recruiter - Burns and McDonnell, and Sara Slocum, University Relations Recruiting Team Leader - Garmin. The group discusses how KCADC (TeamKC) works close with businesses in the KC region and their interns and young employees to promote Kansas City. Fascinating data is shared re: Kansas City market, as well as ways Burns and McDonnell and Garmin are attracting young talent from all over the country and world. This is an informative hour that entertains and also educates!

Guests - Jason is joined by guest co-host Ryan Maybee, Owner – The Rieger / J.Rieger and Co. They start the show breaking down a recent NY Times article Ryan was featured in regarding tax cuts for craft distillers and what J.Rieger and Co. is doing with the extra money. They talk about new Crossroads Hotel and 21C Hotel, break down the streetcar and recent comments made regarding the streetcar expansion and westport, talk about the diversity of new restaurant openings downtown and throughout urban KC, discuss the potential of YJ's and Birdie's moving, preview Negroni Week and talk about the upcoming Visit KC trip to take KC to NYC. Lastly they break down some exciting new partnerships for J.Rieger and Co. with Whole Foods, Hyvee and United Airlines, as well as talking about the California growth of the brand. This show is action packed and full of great takeaways!

Guests - Jason is joined by Miguel Gamino, Executive VP at MasterCard and Head of Global Cities. Miguel is the former Chief Technology Officer of the City of New York, NY and former Chief Information Officer and Executive Director of the Department of Technology of the City of San Francisco, CA. He also served as the Chief Information and Innovation Officer of the City of El Paso, TX. He founded and started a few successful startups as well in his career. He takes us through an entrepreneurial journey both in the private and public sector and breaks down what cities across the US and world are doing well re: smart cities, technology and serving their residents. Big show!

Guests - Jason is joined by Michael Crane, President and Co-Founder of Crane Brewing. They discuss Michael's road as an entrepreneur, how a Mr. Beer Kit on a sales rack at Target changed his life and the how and why he started Crane Brewing. He didn't really drink before he started company and still doesn't. Michael also shares some stories about the brewing community and about the growth of Crane Brewing. Join us for this interesting story of a entrepreneur turned brewery owner.

Guests – Jason is joined by Kansas City Businessman Joe Zwillenberg, Owner of the Westport Flea Market. They discuss Joe's journey through the entrepreneurhsip and the restaurant world. They break down how Joe saved the Westport Flea Market, his work with supplying food to many area schools, how the Hamburger mobile came to fruition, how flea market burgers became some of America's best, and they discuss some ups, downs, bright spots, real estate endeavours and advice Joe has gained along the way. This is a fun show and one you will not want to miss!