Western Mass Business Show on 7.2.25 — DonnaBelle Casis

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DonnaBelle is intuitive. She trusts that the world will guide her to where she needs to go. She listens to her gut and trusts her instincts. She is a creative, an artist, a writer, a producer (Art Beat Report), a podcaster (To Hum is Human), a researcher (markers of identity), a designer (apparel), a Mom (twins), and more. Tune in to hear how connected she is and why you must pick up a copy of The Intuitive Entrepreneur. Her chapter The “What If?” Principle: 5 Key Questions to Uplevel Your Business will move you to ground into those tangible connections that surround you for increased vibration and positive impact. I can’t wait for her book to come out in 2026. I have already booked a Rieke session with her and contemplating a Medium appointment as well. We all need more DonnaBelle in our lives. Thanks for listening.

Western Mass Business Show on 6.7.25 — Queer Joy Collaborative

Join us as we welcome back Mara Levi, Mikki McGinnis, and Nova Weyman Brown to the show. Mara is the Executive and Artistic Director, Mikki is the Chorus Member and Marketing Committee Member, and Nova is the President of the Board of Directors and Chorus Member. It has been almost a year since they became a 501C3 and the road has been rocky but paved with beautiful stones. The chorus is stronger than ever at 115 members with 50-70 attending weekly to rehearsals. The chorus provides a home for so many people to find respite and comfort amongst themselves and their community through song. Listen in to learn about why Queer Joy is political, powerful, and deeply needed right now. How art and connection can lead to collective wellbeing. How creating a children’s chorus was the next logical step in this journey and finally where you need to be on June 8th from 3-6PM-hint it’s the Queer Joy Fun Fair at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School. Check out www.queerjoycollaborative.org/funfair to learn more.

Western Mass Business Show on 5.31.25 — Cancer Connection’s Grateful Bed Tour

Join us as we chat with Cancer Connection Executive Director Chelsea Kline and Board of Directors Co-President Jean Einstein (we missed you, Sue Lowry) about the programs and opportunities to support Cancer Connection coming up soon. In their 25th year of “Befriending” and providing FREE services to cancer patients and their loved ones-it’s a major milestone and reason to celebrate. After just wrapping a very successful Mother’s Day Half Marathon (thanks Sue Monahan) and looking forward to the Grateful Bed Tour (thanks to Greenfield Savings Bank for the 15,000 Community Challenge Grant) and Bikes Fight Cancer Charity Ride, there is no moss on this nonprofit. Join us as we discuss the thrift store, nutrition programs, wigs, raffles, and why you should join as a part of the Cancer Connection family. Follow along at www.cancer-connection.org. Thanks for listening.

Western Mass Business Show on 5.10.25 — Jen Nery, owner of Clinic Alternative Medicines

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Join us as we speak to Jen Nery, owner of Clinic Alternative Medicines at 53 Center Street in Northampton. Known as the Pink House, it has been many things but is now a dream location for Jen, the practitioners that practice there, and the clients that frequent the space. Jen is a licensed acupuncturist and offers so many modalities under the Clinic roof. Since arriving to attend Smith, Jen has fallen deeply in love with Western, MA, specifically Northampton. Deciding to open a business and raise a family here, Jen is all in. Listen to us talk about the struggles and joys of living here uber connected to community and the heartbeat of the Valley. Decide to treat yourself to your own next self-care treatment-we have just the place for you. Thanks for listening.

Western Mass Business Show on 4.26.25 — Nicole & Rich Sherwood, Clean Queen Car Wash in Holyoke

Nicole and Rich have car oil in their blood, I’m sure of it. They met in a dealership and decided to open a car wash and detail center together as life and business partners. Having been introduced by Ira Bryck former host of the show, through the EforAll connection we were already familiar with each other but had never met. It was a joy to hear how these two are making it work by focusing on community, customer service, and each other. Open 7 days a week they go above and beyond to provide unexpected service and human kindness. Knowing you and your vehicle are essential to them earning your business and trust. I know where I’m going for my next car wash and detail. Thank you both for coming on the show, Nicole you are going to have to let me know the next time you drag race. Thanks for listening everyone.

Western Mass Business Show on 4.19.25 — Mark Lantz, My Cozy Home

Join us as we learn more about redlines and thermal boundary performance and what makes an energy efficient home. Mark Lantz teaches us how to take care of our biggest investments and it’s not just our homes-it’s ourselves and our planet. How can climate resilience be a part of your mindset and how can we move air better in the places where we spend the most time? Learn from Mark’s 20+ years of experience. Go to www.mycozyhome.com to find out more or tune in.

Western Mass Business Show on 4.12.25 — Mayrena Guerrero

Join us as we listen to Mayrena Guerrero speak about her success and vision for her company and the future of outpatient mental health. How as a BIPOC/LGBTQ/Immigrant she has a unique perspective on how to navigate issues for shared identities and how we need to do better to meet people where they are at. How Colorful Resilience can improve this model in community mental health and how they are changing the way that clients are served. As the 27th largest LBTQ owned business in the state, she is owning her space on the stage and looking for ways to increase the capacity for others. As a 3-year-old company who employs 15 currently, Mayrena is looking for growth opportunities and sees this as a values conversation through partnerships like the one they have with the Smith School for Social Work. Visit www.colorfulresilience.com for more information. Thank you Mayrena for all that you are doing.

Western Mass Business Show on 3.28.25 — Nourish

Casey Flaherty and Kyle Steinberg are so good together. It was amazing to be in their presence at the studio. The co-owners of Nourish in Northampton are figuring out how to run a business and a relationship at the same time. No easy task for either of them but with good communication and understanding they are doing it. Nourish is in its 10 year and 3rd under Casey’s ownership. She took over in 2022 and has been fine tuning vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free meals. Many of their customers have allergies or sensitivities so they appreciate the clean, organic, local ingredients that Nourish offers. Kyle’s background as an engineer has helped them think about expanding their systems and that’s what they are doing later this spring-expansion to Easthampton. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of this small business. For more information visit www.nourishnoho.com

Western Mass Business Show on 3.22.25 — The Hartsbrook School

Well, get ready for an exciting show. I don’t think that I’ve had as many people in the studio has, I did with this episode. From Virginia McWilliam, Head of School, Angela LeClerc, 4th Grade Teacher, Katherine Payne, Practical Arts Teacher, Tyler Young, School Counselor, Anne Griffin, Director of Development, Paule Sustick, Assistant Director of Land Stewardship, to the 4 students, Erin, Selena, Rosa, and Rowan-we had a blast. The School has been an independent Waldorf School since 1981, and they serve birth to 12th grade students. Nestled on a 54-acre property in Hadley and enrolling over 260 students, Hartsbrook focuses on experiential learning and creating self confidence in the kids they oversee. The focus on land and community is paramount, listen in to hear how you can support the school or get your kiddo enrolled. I wish I was still young enough to attend as it sounds like a dream place to educate a human. Mark your calendar for the spring 5K Dandelion Dash or the Farm to Table Dinner and Auction in the fall. Thanks for listening and for more information on The Hartsbrook School please visit: www.hartsbrook.org.

Western Mass Business Show on 3.8.25 — Miana Hoyt Dawson and Ruby Hutt, Pause Pivot Farm and Oliver’s Farm

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Join us as we listen to Miana Hoyt Dawson and Ruby Hutt speak about their businesses in Hampshire County. Miana in their 4th year and Ruby in their 9th they have partnered to create community and even a 501C3. How great is that? If you have not tried the micro greens from P&P or visited the many options at Oliver’s then you are missing out! The Season Celebration event is in its 4th year and will happen on September 20th from 11-4PM. Make sure to mark your calendars and make the drive to Goshen. The kid’s entrepreneur area is a must visit and will have the support of Greenfield Savings Bank this year. Check out www.seasoncelebrationma.com for more information. Celebrating farms and community together on the Western MA Business Show, thanks for listening.