Main Street Matters

In this episode, Alfredo & Elaine talk to Brock Fankhauser, the founder of New Style Communities. They are building age-restricted, low-maintenance communities in North and South Carolina. Their highlight community is just outside Charlotte, North Carolina called 1776 Gastonia which is much more than a low-maintenance housing community catered to those 55 and older. It’s part of a movement that celebrates American Patriotism and combines it with the American Dream of home ownership. You have to hear what's going on at 1776 Gastonia! Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Thursday. For more information visit JobCreatorsNetwork.com.

In this episode, Alfredo & Elaine talk with Wes Lyons, one of the founders and owners of Allegiance Flag Supply. They supply durable, American-made flags to consumers. Wes takes us through where the idea came from and what small business life has been like the last few years. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday and Thursday. For more information visit http://JobCreatorsNetwork.com

In this episode, Elaine is joined by James Bowers to discuss the latest inflation report. Also joining the podcast is the Founder and CEO of RedBalloon.work, Andrew Crapuchettes. RedBalloon has quickly grown into America's largest and most successful non-woke job board and talent connector and is the marketplace's answer to the divisive and toxic “cancel culture” invading the American workplace. Andrew has a fascinating story and he tells us all about it. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Thursday. For more information visit JobCreatorsNetwork.com

In this episode, Alfredo Ortiz & Elaine Parker discuss the latest with the Biden Administration's plan to forgive student debt. They also spend some time with former Michigan gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon as they discuss small businesses around the state of Michigan, the automotive industry, and what Michigan needs to do to lure back businesses again. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday and Thursday. Find out more at http://www.mainstreetmatters.com

In this episode, Alfredo Ortiz, Elaine Parker, and Karen Harned discuss various legal cases and issues related to small businesses and the American dream. They focus on a recent Supreme Court decision on student loan forgiveness and Job Creators Network's involvement in challenging the administration's program. They also highlight other cases that demonstrate the administration's overreach and emphasize the need for accountability and upholding the Constitution. The speakers delve into the problems with college tuition and student loans, advocating for accountability, measurement of success, and finding solutions. They express hope for positive changes and stress the importance of holding the administration accountable.

In this episode, Alfredo Ortiz and Elaine Parker interview nationally syndicated radio host and small business owner, Carl Jackson. They discuss the recent economic news, including the Consumer Price Index and core inflation, as well as the impact on grocery prices. They also delve into the jobs report, expressing concern about small business owners putting hiring plans on hold due to economic uncertainty. Alfredo and Elaine critique President Biden's job creation claims and discuss the impact of inflation on small businesses. They also touch on their personal experiences as minorities in the Republican Party and the importance of hard work and entrepreneurship. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Thursday. For more info visit jobcreatorsnetwork.com

In this episode of "Main Street Matters," hosts Alfredo Ortiz and Elaine Parker interview Rafael Cuellar, the owner of ShopRite Supermarkets in Passaic City, New Jersey. They discuss the challenges faced by small businesses in the grocery store industry, including government regulations and taxation. Cuellar shares his success story of expanding his business through diversification and joining a grocery co-op. He also expresses concerns about proposed legislation that could impact the franchise industry. The hosts emphasize the importance of supporting small businesses and the American Small Business Prosperity Plan, which includes tax cuts, increased access to credit, and regulatory reform. The episode concludes with gratitude to Cuellar for sharing his insights.

Alfredo and Elaine talk to Heidi Ganahl, entrepreneur and former Republican candidate for Governor in Colorado. See more episodes at http://mainstreetmatters.com

Curt Henderson, CEO & Managing Partner of Network Insurance Services, LLC in Colorado explains how government regulation has boosted costs for many industries, including the construction field. Alfredo and Curt also muse about how moderate the Kennedys and Bill Clinton seem in retrospect.

Elaine and Alfredo talk to Carlos Ruiz, owner of HT Metals in Arizona. They discuss the duel challenges of inflation and supply chain breakdowns for small businesses and talk about how Arizona's innovative education policies are in jeopardy. For more podcasts go to: http://www.mainstreetmatters.com

Alfredo and Elaine interview Andy Puzder, former CEO of CKE Restaurants--the parent company of Carl's Junior and Hardee's. Andy is an author and regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal. He is passionate about labor policy and has been a strong counter-voice to ESG investing. This episode includes discussions about woke corporations and the dangers of alienating your customer base.

Alfredo and Elaine talk to Carlos Gazitua, CEO of Sergio's Restaurants in South Florida. Carlos has run his family's small business and grown it into a regional force in the Miami area.

Alfredo and Elaine interview Dina Rubio, an immigrant from Nicaragua whose family fled the socialistic regime when she was girl. Here about her story and listen to other podcasts at http://www.MainStreetMatters.com

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