Tag: Retirement Planning
Behind the Scenes of Sportscasting and Multimedia with Jeff Grayson (Ep. 24)

Behind the Scenes of Sportscasting and Multimedia with Jeff Grayson (Ep. 24)

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Ever wondered what a career in sportscasting, public relations, and media communications looks like?

This isn’t just about what you see on TV or online, but what happens behind the scenes.

In this episode, Jon Schuetz and Brent Connelly interview Jeff Grayson, an award-winning sportscaster and the owner of Keller Grayson Communications. Jeff and Jon start with a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about their time as sportscasters at WBAY in Green Bay, Wisconsin. They end the episode with fun TV trivia!

Jeff discusses:

  • What it was like covering the Green Bay Packers and hosting live TV skits with Jon (They were known for their rapport and comedic timing!)
  • Memorable encounters with sports legends like Don Sutton and Rollie Fingers
  • His new business venture around public relations and media communications
  • The experience of funding his children’s college education
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Grayson is a sports reporter who covers the Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Brewers for Bally Sports Wisconsin as the pre-game and post-game host. 

Grayson was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as the fourth of five children. In high school, Grayson served as a sports announcer for local high school events. After graduating high school, Grayson attended the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee where he majored in mass communications. At age 21, Grayson’s father died; before his death, he had told Grayson that if he wanted to do sports on television, he needed to get his foot in the door. Grayson contacted WBAY, and they offered him a position. His position wasn’t dramatic. He received $4 an hour and 20 hours a week for getting coffee for the other employees. However his diligence led WBAY to promote him. Eventually Grayson became the producer for WBAY interviews with the Packers, Bucks, and Brewers before moving on to KSMP. 

Grayson grew up a Green Bay Packers fan and is still, from time to time, a Packers fan. Grayson won the Associated Press 1992 “Best Sports Story” Award and the Milwaukee Press Club’s 1993 “Best Sports Program” Award for co-hosting Monday Night Kickoff. He lives in the Twin Cities with his wife and three children, and they often visit with his family. In addition to his work for Bally Sports Wisconsin, Grayson does public relations work for McDonald’s.

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Providing an Elite Client Service Experience with Penny Kreikemeier (Ep. 23)

Providing an Elite Client Service Experience with Penny Kreikemeier (Ep. 23)

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Looking for ways to not only create but foster client relationships? 

Join Jon Schuetz and Brent Connelly as they chat with their Senior Client Relationship Manager, Penny Kreikemeier to find out how she does that.

Penny shares her upbringing in a small town in Nebraska and her introduction to the financial world through her parents. They discuss the transition from banking to the financial industry, the importance of follow-up in client service, and Penny’s excitement about advancing her career and studying to be a licensed financial advisor.

Penny discusses:

  • Her journey from a small town in Nebraska to a continuously evolving financial world
  • How she creates and nurtures long-term client relationships
  • The value of continued education and “following up”–no matter what field you’re in
  • Her work ethic, and love for being organized 
  • What makes her a successful client relationship manager
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Penny Kreikemeier is a Client Relationship Manager for Soar Wealth Strategies. Penny strives to provide the highest level of service possible. She is very knowledgeable in all the administrative and operational duties of running an office. Whenever clients have needs or questions, she follows through in an accurate and timely manner.

Prior to Soar Wealth Strategies, Penny was Senior Branch Office Administrator for Jon Schuetz for more than 10 years. Together they built long-lasting client relationships and helped clients reach their financial goals. Penny’s love for numbers originally led her to a career in banking, but helping people reach their financial goals in retirement has become her passion.

Penny and her husband Adam have four children: Grace, Isaac, Eli and Chloe. They spend a lot of time running to various activities and creating memories that will last a lifetime.

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Promoting Positivity Through the World of Communications with Brandi Petersen Paul (Ep. 8)

Promoting Positivity Through the World of Communications with Brandi Petersen Paul (Ep. 8)

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Are you considering moving into a career that would allow you to spend more time with your family and wondering if it’s the right thing to do? 

Jon Schuetz and Brent Connelly talk to Brandi Petersen Paul, a former successful television news anchor with KETV. She moved from a role that most people covet to become the director of communications for Westside Community Schools to spend more time with her family. 

In this episode, Brandi discusses how she continues to pursue her passion for telling inspiring stories through everything she does. Additionally, she highlights the importance of having financial advisors guide you from a young age to achieve your long-term and retirement goals.

Brandi discusses:

  • The importance of family and finding balance in your career
  • The power of hard work and taking control of your opportunities
  • The value of telling inspiring stories and making a positive impact
  • Why you should make sound financial decisions early on for long-term success
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Brandi (Petersen) Paul is a former television news anchor with KETV-Newswatch 7, who continues to promote positive people, events and opportunities through the world of communications. As an award-winning journalist, Brandi covered historic events across Nebraska and Iowa, secured high-profile interviews, and traveled throughout the United States and beyond to share powerful stories. That mission to share inspiring stories continued at Westside Community Schools where Brandi is currently the Director of Communications and Engagement, building public trust with valued stakeholders and providing transparency and understanding with all staff and families. Telling stories continues to be a personal as well as career passion; Brandi writes on her blog, Anchor’s Away, and cohosts the Question Marks podcast. She loves to read and is an avid baseball fan (always cheering for the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Atlanta Braves!) Her most cherished moments are any spent with her husband, Brian, their two little boys, Easton and Evan, and their two bulldogs, Chester and Abe.

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Story of Perseverance with Dr. Vanessa Wieseler (Ep. 6)

Story of Perseverance with Dr. Vanessa Wieseler (Ep. 6)

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Starting a business can be challenging, especially in a small town. But with the help of a financial advisor, you can achieve your goals. 

Meet Vanessa Wieseler, a Doctor of Chiropractic, who is determined to make a difference. She understands the importance of professional guidance, inspiration, and what it takes to reach success. 

In this episode, Dr. Vanessa shares her journey through entrepreneurship, what she’s learned along the way, how she overcame a dark place in her life, and the inspiration that got her into the position she is in today.

Dr. Vanessa discusses:

  • How growing up in a small town impacted her career decision
  • What it was like to overcome cancer
  • The financial mistakes she made and how business owners can avoid them
  • The financial advice she received and her relationship with money
  • And more

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About our Guest:

Dr. Vanessa Wieseler is a small town Kansas girl who took a leap of faith to become a chiropractor. Growing up in Fredonia, Kansas, Vanessa had a typical small town upbringing. She had a variety of jobs throughout her childhood and teenage years, but she always had an interest in the medical field. Vanessa attended Kansas University, where she started out studying pharmacy but eventually pivoted to become a Chiropractor. After graduating from Cleveland Chiropractic College, Vanessa decided to start her practice in Omaha, Nebraska. 

As her business and personal life were going well a few years ago, she received a devastating diagnosis of cancer. She is doing well now and continues to inspire others with her story of perseverance and determination.

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