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Wisconsin Profits

Wisconsin Profits

By Alex Byrne

Every week we will hear from the top entrepreneurs, business leaders, and influential people of Wisconsin.
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Ep. 4- Michael Neelsen

Wisconsin ProfitsApr 30, 2021

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Ep. 30- "Defining Normalities" w/ Chris Villaire
Nov 13, 202224:08
Ep. 27- "How to Create A Job" w/ Jonathon Ward

Ep. 27- "How to Create A Job" w/ Jonathon Ward

In this episode, I spoke with Jonathon Ward. Jonathon is a Vice President at Altius Building company. Altius Building Company is a Construction Manager based out of Brookfield, Wisconsin. This episode will give you the insight to build a meaningful career.


Connect with Jonathon

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathankward/



Connect with Alex

- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/


May 29, 202233:49
Ep. 26- Grace Hameister
Apr 29, 202238:13
Ep. 25- Kathy Henrich

Ep. 25- Kathy Henrich

On my 25th episode, I got the chance to interview Kathy Henrich. Kathy is the CEO of the Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition. She is an experienced tech executive who helps develop the emerging tech leaders of Wisconsin. In this episode, you will hear about how to transition to a career in technology, the market for technology jobs, and much more.


Connect with Kathy

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyhenrich/



Connect with Alex-

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/


Apr 02, 202231:12
Ep. 24- Teddy Nykiel

Ep. 24- Teddy Nykiel

Today I interviewed Teddy Nykiel. Teddy is a highly experienced reporter at the Milwaukee Business Journal. She has experience working in high-growth startups. In this interview we talk about the startup environment in Wisconsin, How to start/grow a career in journalism, and much more...


Connect with Teddy

Milwaukee Business Journals- https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/bio/42099/Teddy+Nykiel

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddy-nykiel-71597a6b/


Connect with Alex

Website- https://alexanderloveall.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddy-nykiel-71597a6b/

Mar 26, 202228:57
Ep. 23- Chad Venne

Ep. 23- Chad Venne

In this episode, I got to interview Chad Venne. Chad is a managing partner at Ballast Partners. He also works as an adjunct professor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. In this interview we talk about private real estate, setting yourself up for a career in real estate, and much more...


Connect with Chad

Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-venne-cpm%C2%AE-30532a84/

Ballast Partners- https://ballastrealestatepartners.com/


Connect with Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Website- https://alexanderloveall.com/

Mar 12, 202241:37
Ep. 22- Tim Carr

Ep. 22- Tim Carr

In this interview, I got to speak with Tim Carr. Tim is an Investor and Lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. In this interview, we got to speak about Tim's story, Investing and so much more. Make sure to give it a listen and rate the show!!


Connect with Tim

Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/timcarr5/


Connect with Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/


Mar 04, 202236:44
Ep. 21- Adam Peck

Ep. 21- Adam Peck

Today I got the privilege to interview Adam Peck. Adam is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Riverwater Partners. In this conversation, we discuss Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance Investing and what steps to consider for students thinking about entering the investment industry. Make sure to follow the podcast and give it a rating!


Connect w/ Adam

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjpeckcfa/

Riverwater Partners- https://riverwaterpartners.com/


Connect w/ Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Website- https://alexanderloveall.com/

Feb 25, 202226:08
Ep. 20- Caleb Guilliams

Ep. 20- Caleb Guilliams

In my 20TH episode, I interviewed Caleb Guilliams. Caleb Guilliams is the CEO and founder of BetterWealth. BetterWealth offers a different approach to financial planning. Caleb is from Wisconsin originally but moved to Denver to start his financial planning firm. In this episode, we talk about what can you make your work fulfilling, doing something that matters, and much more...


Connect with Caleb

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebguilliams/

BetterWealth- https://www.betterwealth.com/



Connect with Alex

Website- https://alexanderloveall.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Feb 04, 202240:09
Ep. 19- Paul Kundert
Jan 29, 202235:23
Ep. 18- Jim Fraiser

Ep. 18- Jim Fraiser

Today I interviewed Jim Fraiser. Jim Fraiser is the owner and operator of the Chick Fila at 124 and Capital in Brookfield Wisconsin and the location is in the Fiserv Forum. In this interview, We talk about how Jim got his start, why it is important to find work that fulfills you, and much more......

Connect with Jim

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-frasier-3999a418/

Restaurant- https://www.chick-fil-a.com/locations/wi/124th-and-capitol

Connect with Alex

Website- https://alexanderloveall.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Jan 15, 202230:59
Ep. 17- Djay Mando

Ep. 17- Djay Mando

Today I interview Djay Mando! Djay Mando is one of the hottest performance DJs and party promoters in the midwest. In this interview, we talk about how to start as a Dj, how to build a reputation that helps you grow your business, and much more...


Connect with Djay Mando

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/djaymando/?hl=en

Website- https://www.djaymando.com/


Connect with Me 

Website- https://alexanderloveall.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Jan 07, 202228:41
Ep. 16- Nishant Despande

Ep. 16- Nishant Despande

Today, I interview Nishant Despande. Nishant is the founder of an investment startup called Investii. The platform allows you to seamlessly make transfers between financial instutions. In this episode we talk about the importance of financial education, starting your own business, and much more....


Connect with Nishant-

Investii- https://investii.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishant-deshpande-7aab197b/


Connect with Alexander-

Website- https://alexanderloveall.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Dec 17, 202136:54
Ep. 15 - Ronald Tatum

Ep. 15 - Ronald Tatum

In this interview, I spoke with Ronald Tatum. Ronald Tatum is the head of operations for Feeding America in Southeastern Wisconsin. In this interview, we talk about making a difference in your community, finding work you enjoy, and much more...


Get in touch with Ronald Tatum

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatum-ronald/

Feeding America- https://feedingamericawi.org/


Get in touch with Alex Byrne

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Nov 26, 202122:31
Ep. 14- Suzanne Knight
Nov 20, 202136:17
Ep. 13- Mathew Herman

Ep. 13- Mathew Herman

In this episode, I interviewed Mathew Herman. Mathew is a fellow student of mine and a serial entrepreneur. In this episode, we talk about creating companies at a young age, finding a need and filling it and so much more...


Connect with Mathew

LinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathew-herman/


Connect with Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Nov 05, 202135:05
Ep. 12- Kristen Holtan

Ep. 12- Kristen Holtan

Today I interview Kristan Holtan! Kristan Holtan is the Co-Founder & Marketing Director at Blue Line Battery. In this episode, we talk about the relevance of Lithium Batteries in the commercial space, How to market your startup, and much more......


Connect with Kristan

Blue Line Battery Website- https://bluelinebattery.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenholtan/


Connect with Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/




Oct 29, 202126:41
Ep. 11 Jalen Greenlee

Ep. 11 Jalen Greenlee

Today I interviewed Jalen Greenlee! Jalen is the founder of Flora Fruit Company. Jalen's company offers a fresh fruit subscription box to those in southeastern Wisconsin. In this episode, we talk about the best way to start your business, the disparities in the food distribution system, and much more.....


Connect with Jalen-

Website- https://florafruitco.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jalen-greenlee-250b0b17b/


Connect with Alex-

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Oct 22, 202124:27
Ep. 10- Patrick Baldwin Sr.

Ep. 10- Patrick Baldwin Sr.

Today I interview the head coach of the Milwaukee Panthers, Patrick Baldwin Sr.. Patrick Baldwin Sr. is an expert coach with a very successful career. In this episode, we talk about the importance of finding the work you love, the qualities of a great coach, and much more...


Connect with Mr. Baldwin

Panther Basketball- https://mkepanthers.com/sports/mens-basketball/schedule

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-baldwin-bb510810/


Connect with Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Sep 24, 202119:58
Ep. 9- Nate Sroor

Ep. 9- Nate Sroor

Today I interview Nate Sroor from the Milwaukee area. Nate is a podcaster and high performance sales person for BLNK Slate Media and Pneuma Media. In this episode we talk about the pros and cons of college, the importance of a great work culture, Digital Strategy and much more...


Connect with Nate

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/natesroor/

Pneuma Media- https://www.pneumallc.co/

BLNK Slate Media- https://blnkslatemedia.com/

Podcast- https://www.jointheconsciousrebellion.com/


Connect with Alex

Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/


Sep 17, 202151:14
Ep. 8- Anna Lovell

Ep. 8- Anna Lovell

In this episode I interview Anna Lovell. Anna is a student at the University of Marquette. She is super active in school and in internships. In the interview we talk about the best way to land internships, commercial real estate, and much more.


Connect with Anna

Marquette Real Estate Club - https://murealestateclub.wixsite.com/murealestate

Marquette Real Estate Club LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/marquette-commercial-real-estate-club

Anna's LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna--lovell/


Connect with Alex

Alex's LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Sep 03, 202122:22
Ep. 7 - Dakota Marshall Nyberg

Ep. 7 - Dakota Marshall Nyberg

In this episode I got to interview Dakota Marshall Nyberg from the University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse. Dakota is a student/entrepreneur and founder of Dakota Marshall Media. In this episode we discuss turning hobbies into a business, landing your first client, and much more!


Connect with Dakota

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakotanyberg/

Dakota Marshall Media- https://www.linkedin.com/company/dakotamarshallmedia/

Dakota Marshall Media Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/company/dakotamarshallmedia/


Connect with Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Aug 27, 202128:52
Ep. 6- Tim Cigelske

Ep. 6- Tim Cigelske

In this episode I got to interview Tim Cigelske!! Tim is the head of integrated content at Marquette University! Throughout the episode we discuss rapidly changing industries, dive deep into Marketing Strategies, and much more! 


Also Tim's Wife is opening a new dance studio in Milwaukee so make sure to check it out! - https://www.freshcoastdance.com/


Connect with Tim 

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/cigelske/


Connect with Alex

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/

Aug 20, 202128:00
Ep. 5- Ian Buchanan

Ep. 5- Ian Buchanan

Today I interview Ian Buchanan! Ian is a Milwaukee based entrepreneur who is trying to empower a new generation of readers. Ian co-founded Helium Books which is a book delivery service for anyone in Milwaukee county and will be expanding soon!


Connect with Ian

Ian's Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-buchanan-77a2358a/

Helium Book's Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/company/helium-books/

Helium Book's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/heliumbooks/

Helium Book's Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/heliumbooks/


Connect with Alex

Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb/



Aug 13, 202136:25
Ep. 4- Michael Neelsen
Apr 30, 202156:26
Ep. 3 - James Kademan

Ep. 3 - James Kademan

In this episode, entrepreneur James Kademan stops by to share his story and to share how he built multiple businesses. We will learn some tips on how we can start our own successful businesses. We talk about the digital age and how to grow our own businesses. Then we will learn some of the challenges that business owners face and how to overcome them.


Connect with James

Business Coaching- https://drawincustomers.com/

Calls on Calls- https://callsoncall.com/

The Bold Business book- https://www.amazon.com/James-Kademan/e/B071SH1KGN%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share


Connect with me

Twitter- https://twitter.com/alexanderbyrnee

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-loveall-byrne-7027141bb 

Apr 24, 202101:13:28
Ep. 2 - Sam Lister
Apr 02, 202144:36
Ep. 1 - Erin Magennis

Ep. 1 - Erin Magennis

Serial entrepreneur, Erin Magennis, joins Wisconsin Profits to share her story and her entrepreneurial journey right here in Wisconsin. We talk about how experiences at her first startups helped her grow as a entrepreneur. We talk about business, entrepreneurship, Wisconsin, and the new startup Erin Co-Founded!



Connect with Erin

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinmagennis/


Spree Website- https://spreemeplease.com/


Learn more about Spree- https://thisis50.com/2021/03/16/how-nfts-can-give-ownership-back-to-musicians-and-creators/

https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/inno/stories/profiles/2021/03/04/milwaukee-startup-spree-wants-in-on-the-nft-digita.html


Voice over intro-  https://www.steveschleicher.com/


Connect with me

Twitter- https://twitter.com/alexanderbyrnee

LinkedIn- Alexander Loveall Byrne


Mar 26, 202134:54
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