
Entrepreneurship and Business Opportunities in Today’s Small Towns hosted by Russell Williams, Jennifer Olson, and Deb Barnett.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 136 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

Recorded at EThOs Small Business Incubator and Co-working Spaces in Marion, Illinois.members.ethosmarion.org/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST
Small Town, Big Business: Take Action Today Inc. with Chrystal CantrellJennifer Olson and Russell Williams host Small Town, Big Business in downtown Marion, Illinois, and interview Chrystal Cantrell, executive director of Take Action Today Inc., a re... more
Small Town, Big Business: The Alexanders Bring Independent Primary Care Back to MarionHosts Jennifer Olson and Russell Williams welcome Dr. Jim Alexander and physician assistant Jennifer “Jen” Alexander to discuss opening Alexander Family Practice on... more
Small Town, Deep Roots: Amy Eckert on Building Gideon Realty in Marion, IllinoisJennifer Olson and Russell Williams host Small Town, Big Business from downtown Marion, Illinois, introduce sponsors, and interview Amy Eckert of Gideon Realty. A lifelon... more
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Whether you own a small business or you are dreaming of starting one, this podcast offers incredible inspiration from business owners in Southern Illinois who are making it happen. I can’t recommend this podcast enough. Listen, get inspired and then come visit this growing, revitalized region.
I love the concept behind this podcast! Jennifer and Russ are amazing and I can’t say enough about what they are doing for Marion and the entire region! Keep up the amazing work.
What a great podcast! I find myself learning something new on every one. It is fantastic what the Marion Community is doing with & for business owners!
What a quality podcast. The deep questions and enthusiasm radiated by Russ and Allison make for a great listen. Additionally, I’m grateful for Ethos and their investment in the small businesses of So. ILL!🙌
Alison & Russ do a great job exploring the why & how businesses thrive in rural areas in the Midwest.
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A show focused on practical entrepreneurship and opportunity in small towns, often anchored in Southern and Central Illinois. Episodes spotlight real people building diverse businesses—from boutique real estate, wellness practices, and family-owned cafes to glamping, artisanal food, and design services—within tight-knit communities. Notable throughlines include community networks (ETHOS and local incubators), faith- and education-informed decision making, and leveraging local partnerships to grow sustainable ventures in rural settings. The approach tends to be hands-on, mentorship-oriented, and grounded in local culture, highlighting practical lessons, branding, and scalable ideas tailored for small-town America. Potential listeners include... more
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Recent guests on Small Town Big Business include:
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2. Jacob Crawford
3. Chrystal Cantrell
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