Episode 321: Entrepreneurs & Creativity

Episode 321 originally broadcast on July 30, 2011

The BusinessMakers interview Phil Miner, founder of Miner Holding Co., and Dr. John Lienhard, author and voice of NPR’s “The Engines of Our Ingenuity.” In our vignettes, PKF’s Greg Price gives thoughts on trade organizations; Jonathan Fisher explains MVV; and Leisa Holland-Nelson interviews Laura Nelson, Daughter Extraordinaire.

School of Business 07/30/2011

Russ and John present the show about the innovators and the entrepreneurs. Our school is special; we have NO GRADUATES! Includes: the BusinessMakers Quote of the Week—more pithy truth from American science fiction writer Robert Heinlein; This Week in Business History includes the beginnings of REALLY important stuff like champagne (we go way back!), the U.S. Census, and MTV; the Jargon Challenge Round—trendy technospeak that YOU should know; and Dumb Moments in Business History—SkyWest Airlines upsets a customer.

Phil Miner - Miner Holding Co.

As a child, Phil Miner watched his entrepreneur father build his business. As an adult, he gave into the “calling” to launch his own company. In the course of 17 years, Miner has never had an unprofitable quarter. Russ interviews the founder and chairman of Miner Holding Co., which offers a single point of contact for emergency repair service and planned maintenance support nationwide. Miner Holding Co. services “Docks, Doors & More,” promising to keep clients’ products moving through the warehouse and out the front door.

Dr John Lienhard - The Engines of Our Ingenuity

Russ returns for a visit with the wonderful Dr. John Lienhard, originator, author and voice of “The Engines of Our Ingenuity,” heard on National Public Radio. (He is now working on Episode 2729!) Lienhard offers thoughts on creativity and innovation over the years. What does he think of today’s technology? His perspectives will amaze you.