Richmond, IN — Hotel Owner Sam Patel: A Local Business Story Worth Celebrating
Best Western Plus Richmond Indiana I‑70 — Richmond’s 69‑room hotel at 533 W Eaton Pike — has been quietly making big moves in the local hospitality scene. Owned and operated by local entrepreneur Sam Patel, the newly renovated property has quickly become a standout destination for travelers, families, and business guests visiting eastern Indiana. 💼 […]
Impact Podcast Launches with Wayne County Leaders: Instant Impact on Local Business
Wayne County, IN — What happens when leadership meets innovation? The Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce recently launched Impact: The Chamber Podcast, a new series highlighting the people, businesses, and ideas shaping the local economy. The debut episode, Instant Impact | Dennis Alejo & Tony Foster, features Dennis Alejo, founder of Instant Web Tools, […]
Ken Johnson & Emerging Eagles: A New Vision for Deep Impact in 2025
Indianapolis, IN — In a world increasingly focused on reach and visibility, one faith‑driven leader is redefining what meaningful impact looks like. Pastor Ken Johnson, founder and director of Emerging Eagles Inc., is championing a philosophy of depth over breadth — and it’s gaining attention across ministry, community outreach, and leadership spheres nationwide. Founded with […]
Meet Lee Behnken: The Man Behind 80 Songs Inspired by the Song of Songs
Breaking new ground in worship music with a verse-by-verse devotional journey through Scripture In an era where faith-driven art increasingly seeks new avenues of meaning and connection, Christian recording artist Lee Behnken has drawn widespread attention with an unprecedented musical undertaking: Song of All Songs — an eight-album, 80-song project based on the book of […]
Sola City Church: Meet Pastor Marco Rankin
A new church plant has taken root in Richmond, Indiana—and it’s being led by my friend Marco Rankin. This fresh expression of gospel community, called Sola City Church, is intentionally focused on bringing life and hope to the heart of the city. While the original Sola City Church launched in Georgia with a mission to […]
Meet Jamar Wright: Entrepreneur, Visionary & Faith-Driven Leader
Have you ever met a man whose vision is to seamlessly merge business success with kingdom impact? Meet Jamar Wright — a realtor, entrepreneur, community connector, and owner of Revive Salon & Spa Studio and Christian Connectors — whose story is gaining traction as a newsworthy example of purpose-driven leadership. Jamar isn’t your typical business […]
Meet Tony Farley — The Visionary Behind Richmond’s Thrive Wellness Clinic
A holistic and natural medicine practice in Richmond, Indiana like no other — Thrive Wellness Clinic — is making headlines as it reshapes how community members think about health and healing. At the heart of this patient-centered clinic is Tony Farley, Nurse Practitioner (NPC), whose decades of healthcare experience and passion for integrative care have […]
Meet Marlene Lindsey: The Visionary Behind the Black Legacy Project of Wayne County
In the heart of Richmond, Indiana, a quiet revolution in community history and cultural preservation is unfolding — and at its helm is Marlene Lindsey, a native daughter whose passion is reshaping how local Black history is recorded, shared, and honored. Marlene Lindsey is the founder and driving force behind the Black Legacy Project of […]
Meet Richmond’s Rising AI Leader: Jeremy Kean
Meet my friend Jeremy Kean — an amazing AI consultant, a talented digital engineer, and someone I’ve been fortunate to know since 2018. We met years ago and quickly built a strong friendship. Today, Jeremy is stepping into an exciting new chapter, using AI to create smart systems and automation that help businesses streamline operations […]
Best Realtor & Podcaster in Richmond: Alfredo Diamond
I met Alfredo Diamond back in 2023, but long before that — during the height of COVID-19 — I was following his vlog on YouTube, soaking up his insights and local stories. I finally had the chance to meet him in person at a Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce meeting, and from that moment […]