What started as a simple idea sparked by a podcast became one of Kansas City's most unique ways to explore the city. In this episode, Lisa Peña shares how she launched Urban Hikes Kansas City, a business that blends walking tours with local art, hidden gems, and powerful storytelling.

From running routes through alleyways to building a team of guides and hosting over 500 five-star reviewed hikes, Lisa opens up about what it takes to turn curiosity into a company. We talk resilience, growth, and how getting people outside has brought them closer to their city and each other.

Leaving a stable paycheck behind to start a law firm isn’t for the faint of heart. But for Devin Mirfasihi, it was the only path forward. In this episode of The Business Growth Journey, host Nick Termini chats with Devin about his decision to walk away from corporate comfort and go all-in on entrepreneurship. You’ll hear about the awkward firsts, the financial lows, and the steady climb to building a client-focused law firm with staying power. Devin’s story is proof that your most valuable asset in business is being willing to start before you’re ready.

Host Nick Termini dives deep with Jake Shirk of Shirk Media on the art of creating genuine connections through video. Jake shares his personal journey, from a diverse career background to his passion for helping small businesses tell their stories authentically. Learn how to move beyond transactional content and build lasting relationships with your audience through relatable video.