The Game Plan for Success | Jael Thorpe of Gameday Social

On the latest episode of Behind The Business | Founders in the 605, Marcus and Alexis Mahlen sit down with Eric Weisser of Weisser Distributing. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Weisser Distributing provides fulfillment services for dozens of marketplaces and has become one of the fastest growing employers in the Midwest.Follow 605 Founders Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

On the latest episode of Behind The Business | Founders in the 605, Marcus and Alexis Mahlen sit down with Jim Soukup of Soukup Construction. Listen now!Follow 605 Founders Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

On the latest episode of Behind The Business | Founders in the 605, Marcus and Alexis Mahlen sit down with Jael Thorpe of Gameday Social. Listen now!Follow 605 Founders Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

On the latest episode of Behind the Business | Founders in the 605, Marcus Mahlen sits down with Dusten Hendrickson, founder of Mailbox Money. Listen now!Follow 605 Founders Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

On the latest episode of Behind the Business, Founders in the 605, Marcus and Alexis Mahlen sit down with Adam Weber, founder and lead pastor of Embrace Church. Listen now!Follow 605 Founders Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

From a single store on a gravel road to a household name in Sioux Falls, Kevin Nyberg shares the Nyberg’s Ace legacy on Behind the Business, Founders in the 605. Learn how this family-owned business has stayed ahead of the curve, thrived in the face of competition, and remained committed to the community for over 65 years. Listen now!

From a small high school lawn-mowing business to a multi-location landscaping company, Cole Weller’s journey is a true testament to hard work, persistence, and smart business growth. On the latest Behind the Business, Founders in the 605, Cole shares how he and his brother Brent built Weller Brothers from the ground up—focusing on quality service, a strong company culture, and doing the basics well.

From a tire shop waiting room to bestselling bookshelves and feature films, Amy Daws is redefining success as an author! Hear her story on the latest Behind the Business, Founders in the 605 with hosts Marcus & Alexis Mahlen. From indie publishing and spicy romance to global audiences, this Sioux Falls native’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

From Brookings roots to business leadership, Van Fishback shares his inspiring journey on the latest episode of Behind the Business, Founders in the 605. As Chairman of First Bank and Trust and Fishback Financial Corporation, Van discusses his family’s 140+ years in banking, his dedication to supporting innovation in South Dakota, and the importance of education and community partnerships.

This week’s Behind the Business | Founders in the 605 podcast episode features Rory Kelly, a Sioux Falls entrepreneur who built a business empire with 58 Verizon Wireless stores and overcame personal challenges to redefine success. Tune in with Marcus and Alexis for a deep dive into leadership lessons, the power of persistence, and what it takes to grow and mentor others.