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This is a special collaborative episode with The Bamboo Method: Investing in the Unseen, a podcast centered on the long, quiet seasons of work that shape who we become and what we build. Hosted by Sam and Wade, the show features thoughtful conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, and community leaders about patience, growth, and the intentional choices that compound over time.   Marcell was on the show late last year and discussed how her small-town roots led to building communities around Montana, building trust with those she interacts with, and staying steady through uncertainty.   Listen to more episodes here. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Craig Aasved, CEO, and Maija Trout, Certified Genetic Counselor, to explore the unique role Shodair Children’s Hospital plays in Montana. From specialized psychiatric care for children and adolescents to a nationally recognized genetics program serving patients of all ages, Shodair is a critical resource for families across the state. Craig and Maija share how Shodair became Montana’s only Children’s Miracle Network Hospital and the impact of donations, which directly support families who cannot afford care. We also dive into the hospital’s year-round accredited school for students in elementary through high school, staffed by certified special education teachers, assistants, and support professionals. At its core, this episode highlights Shodair’s mission to create a healthy and hopeful Montana showcasing the people, programs, and community partnerships that make it a true treasure for the state. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Peter Johnson, Air Force veteran, former Federal Air Marshal, and founder of Archway Defense, to explore the principles of leadership, discipline, and purpose that guide his work. Peter shares his experience training law enforcement, corporate teams, and communities in active shooter response and workplace safety, drawing on his time serving internationally in counter-terror missions and domestically as a Federal Air Marshal. We discuss how discipline, consistency, and aligning actions with core principles build effective leaders and resilient teams. He also explains why he relocated Archway Defense to Montana, the role of purpose-driven work in preventing burnout, and how the lessons of service translate into business and life. This episode is a deep dive into leadership under pressure, the power of disciplined decision-making, and creating organizations that make a real-world impact. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Cole and Katie Whitmoyer, co-founders of Flex Family Health, to discuss their vision for primary care in Montana. Starting from a desire to bring healthcare back to the “good ol’ days” where your provider was just a phone call away, easy to access, and affordable, they've built a practice focused on individualized, collaborative, and high-quality care. Cole, a Montana native and Doctor of Nursing Practice, shares his approach to understanding patients, connecting with them, and helping them achieve their health goals. Katie, also a Montana native, balances her role as Practice Manager with her work in human resources, while keeping the clinic running smoothly. Together, they explain how Flex Family Health empowers patients to make informed healthcare decisions, emphasizing education, accessibility, and a personal touch. At its core, this episode is about rethinking primary care, building relationships with patients, and creating a practice that feels like healthcare should be personal, accessible, and patient-focused. Connect with Flex Family Health HERE Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Laira Larson, a Lockwood High School graduate and freshman in college, to hear about her transformative experience as part of the Montana World Affairs Council’s “India Trek 2025.” Selected through the EconoQuest and Academic WorldQuest youth conferences, Laira and seven other Montana students traveled across India as ambassadors of their communities, Montana, and the United States. Through formal meetings, cultural exchanges, and spontaneous interactions, Laira shares how the trip deepened her understanding of global citizenship, diplomacy, and cross-cultural communication. We explore how Montana’s global education programs prepare students to think bigger, collaborate across differences, and carry Montana values into the world skills that are essential for leadership and future careers. This episode highlights the power of global experiences to shape young leaders and the lasting connections that can strengthen Montana’s ties abroad. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Riley Bennett of Dick Anderson Construction to talk leadership, community, and the value of showing up. Riley shares his career path from working on renewable energy projects across the U.S. and Canada to leading major construction efforts in Montana and how those experiences shaped his leadership philosophy. He reflects on the importance of face-to-face relationships, “small-world” connections, and staying grounded in service to community. We also talk about why community involvement matters, what drew him to serve as a board member with Big Sky Economic Development, and his vision for Billings’ future maintaining small-town values while continuing to lead as a business and economic hub. This conversation offers a thoughtful look at leadership built on trust, connection, and long-term impact. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

On this episode, we sit down with Dr. Alison Harmon and Mike Veselik from Montana State University’s Research and Economic Development team to explore how MSU’s land-grant mission shows up in real, tangible ways across the state. Alison and Mike share their paths to MSU, what it means to lead and support research at a land-grant institution, and how MSU’s work extends far beyond campus. We dive into how research, innovation, and partnerships help serve communities, industries, and students across Montana connecting discovery to real-world impact. From advancing sustainable food systems to supporting entrepreneurs, workforce development, and statewide economic growth, this conversation highlights how MSU research is designed to serve Montana today and into the future. Connect with MSU HERE Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this year-end episode, we look back at the conversations and themes that shaped The Vault in 2025 from hospitality and customer service, to storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the resources available for businesses across Montana. We revisit insights from hotel leaders, boutique owners, ranch families, PR pros, media voices, manufacturers, and startup founders. We also highlight the support ecosystem that includes VBOCs, MMEC, APEX Accelerator, and more. Plus, we share a favorite new format from this year recording The Vault on the Road at events like the Colstrip Energy Open, EconoQuest, and the MEDA Fall Conference. A great way to end the year and look ahead to what’s next. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Carrie Stoner, Director of Kiln in Bozeman, to talk about her Montana roots, career journey, and the experiences that shaped her approach to leadership and community. Carrie shares how her background in hospitality informs everything she does from how people are welcomed, to how teams connect, to how spaces are intentionally built for belonging. We dive into what it means to launch Montana’s first Kiln location and how coworking can be more than just desks and offices it can be a true hub for collaboration, creativity, and connection. Carrie also reflects on her career across hospitality, tech, and sales, the importance of showing up for community, and why creating spaces where people feel seen and supported matters now more than ever. Grounded, energetic, and deeply community-minded, Carrie brings a people-first lens to building places where work and relationships thrive. Listen in for a special offer from Carrie and the Kiln team as we enter 2026!  Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this special on-the-road episode of The Vault, we recorded live at EconoQuest, a program designed to introduce Montana students to global economics and career pathways by the Montana World Affairs Council. We sat down with educators, industry experts, and international leaders including Mike Veselik (Montana State University), Eil Steinberg & Lukac Khomenko (Sentinel High School), Ryan Cooney (Project for Alternative Learning), Bill Woolf (Space Force Association), Jillien Streit (Department of Agriculture), Sean Clark & David Smith (Government of Canada, Trade Commissioner Service), and Steven Eror & Cynthia Ekberg Tsai. Together, these conversations highlight Montana’s global connections, the role of economics in career exploration, and why international awareness matters for today’s students. This episode captures a mix of perspectives giving listeners a closer look at the conversations shaping the next generation of Montana’s workforce and global understanding. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Nikki Geiszler from the Montana World Affairs Council to dive into her story, her background in anthropology, and the path that brought her to Montana. Nikki talks about her work expanding the Council beyond Missoula and building partnerships with teachers and schools across the entire state ensuring students in every corner of Montana have access to global programming and real-world learning opportunities. She shares her passion for bringing the world to Montana students, her approach to collaboration, raising resources, and why global education matters no matter where a student grows up. We explore the impact of signature programs like Academic WorldQuest and EconoQuest, and how these experiences give students a chance to engage with international experts, economic conversations, and future career pathways. Energetic, driven, and constantly moving forward, Nikki makes the case for why “Montana’s potential is unstoppable” and why global opportunity should reach every classroom in the state. Connect with the MTWAC HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Rick Brown, Director of the Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC), to explore the VR&E Self-Employment Track, a program offered by the SBA and VA through a memorandum of understanding. This track leverages counselors from SBA resource partners, including VBOCs, SBDCs, Women’s Business Centers, and SCORE, to help service members and veterans with a service-connected disability turn their skills and ideas into a business. Rick explains how the nationwide network of SBA resource partners supports veterans through the self-employment track. We dive into who’s eligible, how veterans can use the program, what to expect along the way, and how experienced advisors help turn business ideas into viable employment opportunities. Rick also highlights how veterans have successfully used this track to launch their own businesses, with guidance from advisors who understand the veteran experience. Connect with Rick HERE. Learn more about Rick in these past episodes: Forging Community Bonds: Rick Brown’s Legacy of Service and LeadershipVeteran Business Support Services with the Veteran Business Outreach Center Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Jim Markel, CEO of Red Oxx, to talk about building things that last, products, places, and relationships. Jim shares how growing up in a military family, serving as a parachute rigger, and watching his dad start Red Oxx out of a Billings basement with surplus webbing shaped the company’s DNA: rugged, bootstrapped, and built with intention. We dive into Red Oxx’s evolution from fitness gear to American-made travel and gear bags, their early leap into e-commerce in the ’90s, and why keeping production in Billings and in the US still matters. We also get into Factory #8, the 406 Event Lawn, and Jim’s philosophy on growth: “We are a blend of old and new, we try to always move forward but not so fast we are leaving our roots behind which is making high quality products and good customer relationships.” At its core, this episode is about hard work, craftsmanship, and honoring your roots while building what’s next. Learn more about Red Oxx HERE.  Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Heaton, Executive Director of Leadership Montana, to explore how the organization is shaping Montana’s future through leadership development. Kelly shares her journey to Montana and how her career path led her to lead a program dedicated to preparing professionals to tackle the state’s challenges and opportunities. Leadership Montana travels to communities across the state to help participants learn, connect, and grow as leaders. We talk about the program’s unique approach—combining immersive education, real-world discussions with accomplished leaders, and a curriculum tailored to participants’ needs. Kelly also shares how the alumni network continues to foster collaboration and service long after the program ends, giving graduates the tools and awareness to make a meaningful impact in their communities. At its core, this episode is about leadership, connection, and the ways one program can empower Montanans to make a difference across the state. Learn more about Leadership Montana HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.

In this episode, we sit down with Cheryl and Robin of The Front Porch in Laurel. Two women who have been intentionally building a place for people to gather, create, and feel connected. What started as a small sign-making operation in a garage has grown into a true community hub: DIY workshops, a welcoming venue for events and celebrations, and a boutique that showcases products from more than a dozen local makers and small businesses. We talk about how they have created a place for people to come together and create a strong community. We dive into their growth, both as a company and with their physical space, and how COVID underscored the need for spaces where people can show up, be together, and cultivate community. Cheryl and Robin share how they play to each other’s strengths, one leading classes and gatherings, the other running the boutique, and how their dynamic reflects the energy of The Front Porch itself. At its heart, this episode is about cultivating community on purpose and creating a front porch where everyone feels welcome. Connect with The Front Porch HERE. Make sure to subscribe and share with a friend. To connect with The Vault click HERE  To connect with Marcell HERE  For additional episodes & to subscribe to our newsletter visit http://thevaultat201.com/ This episode is brought to you by  Big Sky Economic Development.