Podcast - ASSETS

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 16 Films and Foundations: Creating Community with Abby and Ryan Shank

Abby Shank, CEO of Tiny Estates, is transforming the way we think about living with her innovative tiny home community. Ryan Shank, founder of the Red Rose Film Festival, is […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 15 Vision & Vulnerability: Isaac Etter’s Journey from Introspection to Impact

Isaac Etter shares how his adoption and struggle through finding his identity helped shape his personal journey into building a business. Through his story, he explores the power of vulnerability […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 14 Building Economic Justice w/ Precious Samuel, Founder of Samuel Consultancy Group

Precious Samuel, born and raised in West Philadelphia, has dedicated over a decade to community organizing and coalition building. Her journey began with a deep-rooted belief in the power of […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 13 Breaking Barriers Through Language w/ Amer Al Fayadh, Founder & CEO of Communication Essentials

After resettling in the United States in 2010, Amer Al Fayadh embarked on a journey that would see him deeply engage with diverse communities and harness the power of communication. […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 12 Blending Heritage and Innovation w/ Luis Quiroz, Owner of Chellas Arepa Kitchen

Embark on a culinary journey with a remarkable individual who is blending heritage and innovation on the streets. Join us as we uncover the tale of Luis Quiroz, the visionary behind […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 11 Mompreneurs and Dad Bosses: Navigating Business and Family w/ Cindy & Sam Guo, Owners of Silantra Asian Street Kitchen

From college dreamers to successful entrepreneurs, Cindy and Sam have turned their vision of blending traditional Chinese cuisine with health-conscious dining into a thriving business. We explore their entrepreneurial journey, […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 10 Dishing Out Dreams w/ Delvin Garcia, Owner of El Rincón Ponceño

Join us as we explore the highs, lows, and everything in between that has shaped Delvin Garcia’s path to success. We also touch upon Delvin’s role as a father and […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 9 Running the Extra Mile w/ Megan Fessler-McCarthy, Tread House

Megan Fessler-McCarthy of Tread House joins us for a sprint through a variety of topics: family, entrepreneurship, sports, and self-care. Delving into the entrepreneurial journey, Megan describes running as the […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 8 History of W. African Food w/ Chef Oliver Saye

Chef Oliver Saye from homage: Cuisines of the West African Diaspora joins us to discuss his journey and to share his passion for the history of the foods of W. […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 7 Family and Food with Emily Gonzalez

In this episode, prepare to be inspired as we chat with Emily Gonzalez, the powerhouse solo entrepreneur behind Gem’s Catering. Emily’s culinary skills and passion have transformed her catering business […]

ASSETS at 30 Recap Video

Join the ASSETS community in celebrating three decades of fueling dreams and fostering entrepreneurial growth in Lancaster County’s small business community. Dive into the highlights of our ASSETS at 30 […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 6 LIVE at ASSETS at 30

In this special episode, ASSETS’ CEO Jaime Arroyo and Marketing Manager Kirsten McWilliams reunite with past Built By Us podcast guests Teddy Boucard of Read Rose Books, local artist Keisha […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 5 Jermaine Smith’s Recipe for Success

In this week’s episode, we have a real treat in store for you as we sit down with Jermaine Smith, the talented co-owner of SpiceKings Kitchen. Known for its bold […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 4 Beyond the Bookshelves with Elizabeth and Teddy from Read Rose Books

In this episode, we’re sitting down with two amazing individuals, Elizabeth Peters and Teddy Boucard, the dynamic co-owners of Read Rose Books. Their bookstore has become a hub for literary […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 3 The Keys to Building a Barbershop Empire with Amit Corso

In this episode, we’re honored to sit down with Amit Corso, a local entrepreneur who’s changing the grooming game in our city. As the proud owner of Cutting Edge Barbershop […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 2 Art and Entrepreneurship with Keisha Finnie

In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented Keisha Finnie, a local artist, and entrepreneur making waves in our community. From her captivating artwork to her innovative business […]

Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 1 Meet the ASSETS Team

In the first episode, we bring you an exclusive peek behind the scenes with our remarkable team. They share their personal connections to entrepreneurship and how ASSETS’ mission resonates with […]

Illuminating Entrepreneur Stories with the Built By Us Podcast

We’re thrilled to officially introduce you to “Built By Us,” the brand new podcast presented by ASSETS, where we’re diving deep into the captivating world of local entrepreneurship. In this […]

Who’s New on the A-Team: Meet Chelsea Christmas, ASSETS’ Community Engagement Coordinator

ASSETS is pleased to introduce you to a new member of the team. Chelsea Christmas recently joined the A-Team as our Community Engagement Coordinator. Why did you choose to work at […]

Who’s New on the A-Team: Meet Denzel Brown, ASSETS’ Director of Community Lending

ASSETS is pleased to introduce you to a new member of the team. Denzel Brown recently joined the A-Team as our Director of Community Lending. Why did you choose to work […]

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