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Hosted by John Lane · business · EN-US · 30 episodes
Welcome to Small Business Strong!On this channel, I sit down with entrepreneurs in the hunting, fishing, and outdoor industries to uncover the real stories behind their businesses. We go beyond the products and services to talk about how they got started, the challenges they overcame, the problems they solve for their customers, and where they’re headed next.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, aspiring business owner, or simply enjoy hearing inspiring stories, you’ll find honest conversations packed with practical business lessons
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Austin Foster of Rocky Ridge Ammo shares how he built an ammunition business capable of hand loading 1,000 shotgun shells per day. We discuss his production process, startup costs, licensing, pricing premium turkey loads, and finding his first customers.
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Mike Marino was serving as a full-time pastor when a disappointing set of store-bought decoys changed the direction of his life. They didn’t look like real ducks—and Mike believed he could create something better. With help from an experienced mentor, Mike began learning how to carve and paint lifelike working decoys. What started as a creative outlet grew into Marino Decoys and eventually gave him the opportunity to pursue decoy carving full-time. In this episode of Small Business Strong, Mike shares how mentorship accelerated his growth, what it took to turn craftsmanship into a business, and why his mission of “Just One More” reaches far beyond duck hunting. If you’re an outdoor entrepreneur, craftsman, or someone wondering whether your passion could become a business, Mike’s story will challenge you to start—and keep improving. Learn more about Mike’s hand-carved decoys at MarinoDecoys.com . Small Business Strong—where entrepreneurs meet the outdoor industry.
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Dale started with just $500 and a willingness to work—and what began as a business building and selling quail cages and supplies has grown into something much bigger. In this episode of Small Business Strong, Dale from Dale’s Quails Acres shares how he built the business from the ground up, the sacrifices required along the way, and why regenerative farming has become such an important part of his mission. Dale and his family have transitioned the business from primarily manufacturing quail cages and supplies into a full-fledged regenerative farm. Today, they raise fresh produce and animals for meat while working to improve the land, strengthen the soil, and produce food in a more responsible and sustainable way. This conversation is about more than quail or farming. It’s about starting small, persevering through difficult seasons, allowing your vision to evolve, and building a business around principles that truly matter to you. If you enjoy honest conversations with the entrepreneurs building America’s hunting, fishing, farming, and outdoor businesses, subscribe to Small Business Strong for more stories like Dale’s.
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Johnathan of Red Beard Outdoors joins Small Business Strong to talk about what it really takes to build an outdoor podcast and media brand. Jonathan shares why relationships are the key to successful sponsorships, strong brand partnerships, and long-term growth—and why simply chasing followers isn’t enough. We also talk about building an authentic brand identity, monetizing an outdoor podcast, faith, family, and the lessons Jonathan has learned while growing Red Beard Outdoors . Small Business Strong brings you real conversations with entrepreneurs and small business owners about what it takes to build something that lasts.
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How do you launch a product in the hunting industry? Todd Ezzi saw a need for a dog stand that was lightweight, strong, and practical —so he went into his garage and built one himself. What started as a solution to his own problem has grown into Rixey Outdoors , producing quality dog stands at a great price. In this episode of Small Business Strong , Todd shares the story of how that garage-built idea became a real business. Looking for a lightweight, durable dog stand? Check out Rixey Outdoors . https://rixeyoutdoors.com/ Have a small-business story or know someone who should be on the podcast? Email us at smallbusinessstrongpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to Small Business Strong for more full-length conversations with entrepreneurs building businesses from the ground up. Join the Small Business Strong Community Want to go behind the scenes and be part of the show? Join Small Business Strong on Patreon for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes updates, and opportunities to help shape future episodes and submit questions for upcoming guests. Become a member: https ://www.patreon.com/c/SmallBusinessStrong?utm_source=campaign-search-results
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