In Your Business
In Your Business is a conversational podcast that explores the vibrant world of Huntington-area businesses. Join us as we sit down with passionate entrepreneurs, uncovering their inspiring journeys, innovative strategies, and the challenges they've conquered to make their mark. From marketing mastery to work-life balance, we explore the real stories behind area businesses, offering invaluable insights and advice for both budding and seasoned entrepreneurs. Tune in for a dose of entrepreneurial inspiration and practical wisdom, right from the heart of successful ventures. This podcast is proudly produced in partnership with Kindred Communications and the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 52
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2024
Leading Huntington - Mayor Steve Williams
In this special episode of In Your Business, host Reeves Kirtner sits down with Huntington’s outgoing mayor, Steve Williams, as he concludes his final term in office. Over the past several years, Hun…
Advertising on a Budget - Bullseye Total Media
In this episode of In Your Business, we’re talking about how small businesses can achieve big results with a small advertising budget. Advertising doesn’t have to be expensive—it just takes a strateg…
Eat Local, Live Well - Twelvepole Trading Post
In this episode of In Your Business, we’re joined by Lacy Ferguson, the owner and driving force behind Twelvepole Trading Post, a local gem redefining the relationship between food and wellness throu…
Communication and Customer Care - Blue Kangaroo Packoutz
In this episode of In Your Business, host Reeves Kirtner sits down with Jesse Lewis, owner of Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, an industry leader in item restoration and crisis recovery. Specializing in helpi…
Playing to Win - Dave & Busters
In this episode of In Your Business, we sit down with Dave Wiley, the General Manager of the brand-new Dave & Buster’s, to talk about the exciting grand opening, how a national brand adapts to a loca…
Huntington's Tourism Opportunities - Huntington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
This week, we explore the growing impact of tourism on local businesses with Anna Adkins, Director of Sales & Marketing for the Huntington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). As West Virginia …
Style, Seasons and Success - VC Boutique
In this episode of In Your Business, Reeves Kirtner sits down with Holli Myers, the owner of VC Boutique, a fashion-forward staple in downtown Huntington for nearly five decades. Holli shares her jou…
Handcrafted Excellence and Innovation - Blenko Glass
In this episode of In Your Business, Reeves Kirtner sits down with Dave Wertz and Bryson Cutler, vice presidents of Blenko Glass, a company that has been crafting iconic, hand-blown glass since 1921.…
Creating Opportunities for Recovery - Marshall Health's CORE
In this episode of In Your Business, we sit down with Ashley Payne, Director of Marshall Health’s CORE Initiative (Creating Opportunities for Recovery Employment). CORE is a groundbreaking program ai…
Digital and Traditional Marketing - Bullseye Total Media
In this episode, we explore a key challenge that every business faces today - Marketing. Specifically choosing between digital marketing, traditional marketing, or a mix of both. With the advertising…
Truckin' Treats on the Streets - Austin’s Ice Cream
In this episode of In Your Business, we sit down with the third-generation owners of Austin’s Homemade Ice Cream, Taylor Strickland Chambers and Tim Ruff, to hear the sweet story behind their recent …
The Business of Winning - Marshall Athletics
In this episode of In Your Business, we sit down with Christian Spears, Marshall University's Director of Athletics, to explore the powerful connection between Marshall Athletics and the local busine…
Inside Marshall & Huntington’s Innovation District - Toney Stroud
In this episode of In Your Business, host Reeves Kirtner welcomes Toney Stroud, Chief Legal Officer and Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Corporate Relations at Marshall University. Togeth…
Bridging the Skills Gap - Mountwest Community & Technical College
In this episode of In Your Business, host Reeves Kirtner sits down with Dr. Josh Baker, the president of Mountwest Community and Technical College, to explore the pivotal role Mountwest plays in work…
The Power of Print - HQ Publishing
In this episode of In Your Business, we explore a topic that’s both timeless and timely: the state of print media in the digital age.
Our guest is a true veteran of the industry—Jack Houvarous, the fo…
Succession Planning - Ed Tucker Architects
This week we are joined by two esteemed guests from Ed Tucker Architects: Ed Tucker, the founding principal who has been a pillar in the architecture community for decades, and Phoebe Patton Randolph…
Building Trust and Awareness - Hospice of Huntington
In this episode of "In Your Business," we welcome Melanie Hall, President and CEO of Hospice of Huntington, to discuss their strategies for building community trust and awareness. Melanie shares insi…
Sustainability and Social Impact - Mountain Mindful
This week, we are joined by Leslie Norris, director of Mountain Mindful. Mountain Mindful is a social enterprise headquartered in Huntington that creates custom apparel, furniture from reclaimed wood…
Women Warriors Summit - Alys Smith
In this episode of In Your Business, we sit down with Alys Smith, the First Lady of Marshall University and founder of the Women Warriors Summit. This annual one-day gathering aims to inspire, build,…
Spreading the Sauce - Buddy's All-American BBQ
In this mouthwatering episode of In Your Business, we sit down with Lauren Shultz, the General Manager of Buddy’s All-American Barbecue. For 24 years, Buddy’s has been a culinary institution in Hunti…