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A Zoom sit-down conversation with Ben Vandenwymelenberg, serial entrepreneur and Founder and CEO of Woodchuck USA and Nature Links Resorts. As the saying goes, if you build it, they will come – could not be truer for today’s episode. Minnesota farm boy Ben shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his hardworking beginnings, early passion for the outdoors, and goals to build a company that ultimately gives back for the greater good. Now at the height of his career and entrepreneurship endeavors, Ben details the hurdles he has encountered while leading a business as a young man, his biggest successes, his passion for philanthropic work, and his goals for growth in the future of his companies. Ben shares the processes of corporate partnerships, website B2C opportunities, and the importance of being an American manufacturer. In addition to Ben's entrepreneurship success, Ben is a best-selling author of "The World Needs Your F*cking," and what drove him to push others to start their own brands. Get ready; this episode will have you unbelievably inspired. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack, a podcast by Duluth Pack.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down business and leadership conversation with Co-Founder and Artist, Victor Ving of Greetings Tour. Born and bred New Yorker, Victor humbly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his childhood in the city, which instilled an interest in the arts, eventually leading him to his successful entrepreneurship journey. As Victor progressed in his career, ranging from agency work to operating an art studio and ultimately guiding him to the execution of Greetings Tour, Victor focused on the importance of community connection. Now at the top of his career and a leader in his industry, Victor speaks about his profession's business side, creative execution, funding developments, living on-the-road challenges, and the power of utilizing marketing. The Greetings Tour has artwork displayed in over 27 cities in the United States, along with their work in international cities. Trust us; you will be incredibly inspired by his story. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack, a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down business and leadership conversation with Kelly McGrath, General Manager and Executive Director of the Xcel Energy Center, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Minnesota native Kelly humbly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about her hardworking childhood, which instilled a strong work ethic and drive for success, eventually leading her to longtime loyalty to her employer. As Kelly progressed in her professional career, ranging from Group Sales Manager at Ordway Center, to Account Executive at Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal, and eventually leading her to the Xcel Energy Center, Kelly emphasized in all facets of her career the importance of connecting to your customers and clients. Now at the pinnacle of her career and a leader in her industry, Kelly speaks about the business side of her profession and the importance of all moving parts in the organization, building up her team, and ultimately emphasizing their crucial impact on the customer's experience. The Xcel Energy Center has won 'Arena of the Year' 9 years total, hosts 150 live events per year (including the Minnesota Wild NHL team), and seats over 1.7 million guests annually. In addition, Kelly won the 'Women of Influence' award in 2020. Trust us; you will be incredibly inspired by her story. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack, a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Tereasa Surratt, Owner at Camp Wandawega in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. Illinois native, Tereasa shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about her rooted childhood on a farm, diverse roles and growth within the advertising world, expanding her professional career and owning a resort, hosting corporate workshops, to setting an example for her daughter. Now at the pinnacle of her career, Tereasa speaks about the steps she took for long-term growth and success in the hospitality industry, the importance of building a brand and preserving history, juggling motherhood, and the utter importance of collaborating. Trust us, you will want to book a stay immediately, as Camp Wandawega is a top-rated resort to stay at. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. Continue to support and buy American Made gear at www.duluthpack.com. Camp Wandawega Website: https://www.wandawega.com/our-story/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with C.W. Goetz, Content Writer, Copywriter, Editor, and Managing Director of C.W. Goetz Outdoors and Host of Outdoors People. C.W. shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his farm-life childhood, history in the music industry, and the eventual professional growth into hosting his own radio show, Outdoors People alongside running his own business and brand. Now at the highpoint of his career and a leader in his industry, C.W. speaks about the day-to-day high-level responsibilities, duties, and goals for his brand and show. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

You asked, we listened. Our number one requested guest to be interviewed. His episode is now here! A Zoom sit-down conversation with our podcast host and leader of our company, Tom Sega of Duluth Pack. Duluth, Minnesota native Tom transparently shares his simple and humble beginnings with Andrea Johnson of the Marketing department over the next two hours, thus creating a strong work ethic from a young age, setting his drive to be successful and earn his accomplishments. As Tom advanced in his professional career, he had incredible achievements in the pulp and paper industry within sales departments and management roles. In addition to a full-time career, Tom began his entrepreneurship journey by owning and operating property management in the Duluth, Minnesota area. With big visions on the horizon, Tom pursued a role in owning the historic American manufacturing business, Duluth Pack. On April 1st, 2007, Tom led Duluth Pack from a local and regional retail store to a growing and thriving worldwide shopped and recognized website, retailer, and wholesale manufacturer. Tom speaks about his demanding responsibilities, the successes and frustrations in running a business, the hurdles in operating an American company, and the lessons and achievements he is most proud of. In 2017, Tom bought another heritage American manufacturer, Spring Creek Manufacturing, and preached the importance of supporting American-made companies and hiring hardworking Americans. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack, a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Rachel Eggie Gibbs, Salon Owner and Professional Hairstylist at EGGIE Salon Studio in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Louisiana native, Rachel humbly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about her childhood, which instilled a hard and strong work ethic and drive for success. As Rachel chased her dream, she speaks about receiving a business degree from LSU, attending the Aveda Cosmetology school, her salon experience in Houston, Texas, and eventually leading her back home to open her own thriving salon with an enormous following. Now at the height of her career and a leader in the cosmetology world, Rachel speaks about the business side of her career including investing in her team, procurement responsibilities, client relations, marketing campaigns, and juggling it all alongside motherhood. In 2022, Rachel’s head was shaved on stage for the American Cancer Society, to raise money.  Now experiencing hair loss, Rachel teaches those who have completed chemotherapy treatments or other hair loss, on ways to style and feel confident in their new hair journey via social media. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Dan Dougherty, Funeral Director and Co-Owner of Dougherty Funeral Home. Duluth native, Dan openly shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about the transition of the mortuary industry and guiding loved ones through grief and their hardest days. As Dan advanced within the industry, he shares about the multiple steps including funeral arrangements, how to prepare an obituary, and recommendations on visitations and preparations. Now as a co-owner with his son, Dan speaks about their demanding responsibilities, 24/7 schedule, and the importance of preparing for the next chapter in life. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Mike Fisher, National Sales Manager at Lodge Cast Iron. Pennsylvania native, Mike shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his humbling beginnings growing up on a beef and dairy farm, diverse roles within his professional career, extending his education with a Master’s Degree, and how he hard charged to the top of an iconic American Made company. Now at the peak of his career, Mike speaks about the steps he took for long-term growth and success in his field, the benefits of working with cast iron cookware, juggling small mom-and-pop shops vs. large nationwide department stores, and the utter importance of supporting private American Made manufacturers. Griddle us this; you will be inspired after this episode! Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. Continue to support and buy American Made gear at www.duluthpack.com. Lodge Cast Iron Website: www.lodgecastiron.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Jeffrey T. Larson, professionally classically trained artist and founder of Great Lakes Academy of Fine Art in Duluth, Minnesota. Two Harbors, Minnesota native Jeff shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his early passion for art, his classic atelier training, and mastering his skills as a professional artist. Now at the pinnacle of his career, Jeff expresses his steps in preparing art exhibits, the studies that brushed him with excellence to create lifelike artwork, and his accomplishment in founding and opening his own professionally trained art school. So get ready, this episode is a pigment of a leader’s imagination. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Chris Brochu, American Screen Actos Guild Actor, Songwriter, and Acting Coach. Tennessee native, Chris shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his diverse childhood while moving frequently, growing up with a family in the Army, to his direction into Hollywood, and navigating productions from Broadway, TV sets, to movies. Chris’ tenacity is evident while he shares the surreal experiences from feast to famine in the film industry and learning the ultimate tactics to secure gigs, including his past projects in Soul Surfer, The Vampires Diaries, The Hidden Enemy, Station 19, Zero Contact, CSI: NY, and Shameless. In addition, Chris shares his passion for songwriting and singing, coaching the next generation of actors, and his personal experience and diagnosis of skin cancer. So get ready; this episode will have you saying, ‘Ready, Set, Action!” Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Dan Hartel, President and CEO at Hartel’s Disposal – the largest locally owned trash and recycling company in northeast Minnesota. Duluth native, Dan shares over the next hour with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his community driven childhood, growing up and taking over a family business, and the technological advances of the disposal industry. Dan expresses the evolution of sustainability, the growth and importance of recycling, the unique community services his business brings to the public, and the transition of the next generation in business. In addition, Dan shares the about the physical aspects of the disposal world and what is driving the industry further both locally and nationally. Get ready, this episode discusses some serious dirty business. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support