Williston Works
Williston Works
Williston Economic Development
Williston Works brings you in-depth discussions with entrepreneurs, small business owners and investors that are getting it done in Western North Dakota. Hosted by Shawn Wenko, the Executive Director of Williston Economic Development, Williston Works finds out what it takes to make it in the Bakken.
James & Summer Wilda (Dirty Dough Cookies)
Join us in Season 6, Episode 3 of the Williston Works podcast as we dive into the sweet success of Dirty Dough! From the challenges of bringing a gourmet cookie franchise to the heart of Williston to the sweet victory of being a top-performing store, James and Summer Wilda share their entrepreneurial journey! Watch the podcast now!
Feb 13
15 min
Dr. Bernell Hirning, Kristal Schmit & Paula Lankford (Workforce Panel Discussion)
Get ready for an important and insightful conversation about workforce challenges and solutions in Season 6, Episode 2, of the Williston Works podcast. In this episode, Dr. Bernell Hirning, Kristal Schmit, and Paula Lankford, explore the obstacles and opportunities in tackling the labor shortage. www.cityofwilliston.com #willistonworkspodcast #entrepreneurs #SuccessStory #podcast
Jan 23
24 min
Jeremy Stahowiak and Eli Black (The Range)
We are kicking off Season 6 with a hole-in-one duo, featuring Jeremy Stahowiak and Eli Black from The Range Indoor Golf and Shooting Complex. ️⛳️ Not only is The Range our new recording location, but is a true story of entrepreneurship, success, and the journey of bringing a top-notch facility to Williston. From golfing tales to shooting challenges, this episode will give you a glimpse into the vibrant offerings and community of Williston.  Don't miss out! Catch our first episode of Season 6 for a dose of inspiration and the American dream in action.
Jan 2
19 min
Larry & Jared Medhurst (ACES Energy Services)
In this Williston Works podcast, Larry Medhurst and Jared Medhurst talk about starting their family-owned oilfield business in Williston. ACES Energy Services LLC provides hotshot and transportation services, rentals and mechanical filtration systems.
Jan 6, 2023
17 min
Keith Olson (Small Business Development Center)
In this Williston Works podcast, Keith Olson, regional director at the Small Business Development Center in Williston, explains how his office provides free business advice to area entrepreneurs.
Dec 23, 2022
13 min
Janie Cox (Happy Families Daycare)
In this week's Williston Works podcast, Janie Cox, owner of Happy Families Daycare, talks about starting and expanding her childcare business in Williston. Janie opened an in-home daycare in 2015, expanded to New Hope Williston in 2017, and is growing her business again at Williston State College.
Dec 9, 2022
17 min
Anna Nelson (Williston Chamber of Commerce)
In episode 4 of the 2022 Williston Works Podcast, Shawn Wenko interviews Anna Nelson, president of the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce, about her mission and goals for the group.
Nov 28, 2022
24 min
Dr. Suess, Dr. Kirby & Dr. Erickson (Milestone Health Partners)
In Episode 3 of the 2022 Williston Works podcast series, Shawn Wenko talks with the owners of Milestone Health Partners about starting a business and building a new facility in Williston.
Nov 28, 2022
24 min
Hunter Berg (WSC Foundation)
In our latest episode of the Williston Works Podcast, we sit down with Hunter Berg (WSC Foundation) and talk about the many ways that the WSC Foundation supports its students, what brought Hunter to Williston and the history and impact of the WSC Foundation.
Nov 7, 2022
23 min
Matt Clark (Williston Fire Department)
Williston Economic Development introduces Season 5 of its Williston Works Podcast. The first episode features host Shawn Wenko talking with Matt Clark, Williston Fire Chief, about the the Williams County public safety tax. A measure to renew the tax will be on the November 8, 2022 General Election ballot. A renewal would extend the tax to March 31, 2035.
Oct 13, 2022
22 min
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