Happy Valley Hustle

New Penn State alumna Ellie Rosen meets the demand for bold, one-of-a-kind fashions on game days with SnipTeez. Hear how a love of a thrifting, a knack for sewing and an eye for design have led to a fun and profitable side hustle. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ ▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Host Bill Zimmerman and his girlfriend, Lena Holderman, reflect on their experience with Cool School Vintage during the past weekend's urban flea Pop Up Ave in downtown State College. Hear about the inspiration and the aspiration behind a side hustle devoted to discovering and selling vintage stylings from the 1990s. Visit the Cool School Etsy shop. Listen to Episode 6 with Pop Up Ave organizer Brad Groznik. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ ▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Proud nerds Stephanie Madden and Elaine Meder-Wilgus have created a monthly event for celebrating our nerdy obsessions and expanding our horizons: Nerd Nite State College. In this talk, they explore geek culture, give public speaking tips and discuss building community.The next Nerd Nite is at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at Webster's, 133 E. Beaver Ave.Submit your idea for a future Nerd Nite presentation. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ ▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Host Bill Zimmerman describes his own side hustle, Cool School Vintage, and the upcoming urban flea Pop Up Ave in downtown State College. Hear about the inspiration and the aspiration behind a side hustle devoted to discovering and selling vintage stylings from the 1990s. Pop Up Ave runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, on Fraser Street in downtown State College. Visit the Cool School Etsy shop. Listen to Episode 6 with Pop Up Ave organizer Brad Groznik. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ ▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Recorded April 2 during Penn State Startup Week, this panel discussion offers a candid look at what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Moderated by "Happy Valley Hustle" host Bill Zimmerman, "The Entrepreneur’s Journey: Learning from Successes and Setbacks" features:Hillary Murray, founder and CEO of Lumi JuiceNova Lorraine, founder and editor-in-chief of Raine MagazineRich Thompson, managing partner of Factory LLCThis talk, and others from Startup Week, can also be viewed on YouTube. Special thanks to Chris Wahlmark, James Delarttre, Lee Erickson and Jason Huber for helping make this episode happen. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE

Travis Lesser is the founder of Appalachian Food Works, a farmer-focused, nonprofit food hub working to build a more equitable local food system with greater access to food grown and raised in Central Pennsylvania. Travis also talks extensively about his own entrepreneurial journey, switching careers to reconnect with his enterprising roots. He's currently running a crowd-funding campaign to help the nonprofit with administrative startup costs such as website hosting and insurance. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Michael Olmstead promotes fun and fitness with Left Right Repeat, putting his own twist on the community road race. The Left Right Repeat brand means wine tastings, costumes and camaraderie mixed with running. Next up is the Donut Dash For Dyslexia 5K at 11 a.m. April 6 at the Centre County Grange Fairgrounds. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Dave Housley is a literary champion, writing his own works, publishing others' pieces and creating experiences for scribes to hone their skills. As a founding editor of Barrelhouse, he publishes a literary journal that "bridges the gap between serious art and pop culture," and aims to create a more inclusive and accessible literary world. With a full-time job, Dave explains how developing a routine and turning off your inner editor can help you accomplish your writing goals. Books by Housley and past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ ▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Spud Marshall is all in when it comes to making Happy Valley better. A spark plug in the community, Marshall is currently leading efforts to open a space for artistic and innovative experiences in downtown State College called 3 Dots. In addition, he's helping dole out monthly $1,000 grants for community projects through The Awesome Foundation. Hear his vision for cultivating dynamic communities. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Dana Ray helps leaders, creatives and founders find their reasons for being and maximize their messages in the digital space. Or as the Bellefonte, Pa.-based communications consultant describes it, she's assisting in "visual branding with words." Hear about the place reflection plays in clarifying a path toward success. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Gritty, the orange bearded, googly-eyed new mascot of the Philadelphia Flyers, rode an initial wave of social media ridicule to rabid fandom in the span of a few days this fall. Gritty's creator, freelance Illustrator Brian Allen, discusses the rise of an "anti-mascot" and what it's like to spark a pop culture phenomenon. Recorded at his home Flyland Designs studio, Brian also offers a glimpse at his transition to self-employment and gives advice for thriving as a freelancer. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: https://www.billzhustle.com/podcast/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Curiosity and love for his adopted hometown, led Neal Goulet to launch Stay Apparel Co. Neal and his wife, Sara, emphasize local pride, American-made clothing and cool designs in the Sweetest Place on Earth: Hershey, Pa. Hear Neal's startup story and his case for why shopping/STAYing local matters. Neal's entrepreneurial grind also includes running his own PR firm, Goulet Communications. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

"Happy Valley Hustle" host Bill Zimmerman reflects on the podcast's inaugural year, thanks the folks who helped make it happen and looks forward to a BIG 2019. Happy hustling in the new year! Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Divine Lipscomb is a student, an entrepreneur and a former inmate. He's dedicated himself to reforming the correctional system and setting up returning citizens for success through Penn State's Restorative Justice Initiative, the Centre County Re-Entry Support Group and his own organization, Corrective Gentlemen. THIS is the final episode of 2018 but The Hustle will return in 2019!Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout.

Host Bill Zimmerman reflects on his love of malls as a playground for curious minds. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Graphic designer and Central PA native Jack Zerby had a close-up look at the rise of some notable tech companies and has spearheaded his own startup ventures. The former design director at video-sharing site Vimeo and founder of School of Action, is sharing stories of entrepreneurship as well as the habits and philosophies that have set him up for success. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Katie O'Toole is a gifted storyteller with a lot of tips for helping you connect with subjects and uncover compelling content. A public broadcasting veteran, she's now educating students on podcasting in Penn State's Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications. Plus, as president of the Centre County Historical Society, she's telling the region's colorful history on the "Dead Centre" podcast. Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Countless hours in the gym have strengthened A.J. Madden's body and mind. The man behind Unfinished Business Consulting, discusses how the discipline, toughness and heightened sense of self acquired through martial arts, can steel you for professional and personal challenges. Be ready to take notes, A.J. delivers an unrelenting barrage of good advice!Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout. 

Jobe Matula of The LiveFirst Co. (https://www.mypawproof.com/) and Derek Barnett of Tutoration (https://www.tutoration.com/) grew their startups with help from the Happy Valley LaunchBox this summer. Currently juggling their undergrad studies and entrepreneurship, these two Penn Staters open up about the rush and the struggle that come with making your ideas a reality. For more information on the latest LaunchBox programs: https://launchbox.psu.edu/application-2/ Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and music by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle A video of this episode is available at https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/videos/2122903311369050/ 

A full-time economics instructor with a few side hustles, James Tierney's hard work and creativity shine in the classroom and on the stage. As a founder of Happy Valley Improv (https://www.happyvalleyimprov.com/), he's bringing improvisational comedy to State College, entertaining audiences with regular performances and helping others tap into the personal and professional benefits of improv through workshops. And, oh yeah, he also launched a photo-sharing app for pet fanatics called Pets I've Met (http://www.petsivemet.com). Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ Books and albums by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout.