Douglas Design District Podcast

This month on the podcast, Renee sat down with Andrew Gough from Reverie Roasters and Jordan Walker from Greteman Group to have a conversation about the Business Improvement District for the DDD. Specifically, the trio raises questions that they’ve been hearing from businesses, and tried to dispel confusion, misinformation, and flat-out rumors that has been going around. This podcast will be especially helpful to street front business and property owners in the DDD, but is packed with information for anyone who is interested in what the BID is about. Listen in! Link: www.dddwichita.com/business-improvement-district 

Community Spotlight: Wichita Transit This month we sat down with Michael Tann and Scott Wadle with the City of Wichita to discuss public transportation, and the important role that access to multi-modal transportation options has on public health, economic growth, workforce development, and community connectivity. Plus, learn more about exciting developments for Wichita Transit, and how bikes and scooters will continue to play a role. We’re #WichitaProud of the committed men and women in transit who are working to really build for our future.  Follow Online!Website:  www.wichitatransit.orgFacebook:  www.facebook.com/wichitatransit/ Links:www.wichita.gov/eastdouglaswww.wichita.gov/downtownstreetswww.wichita.gov/scooters

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and so we decided to sit down with the Alzheimer’s Association of Central & Western Kansas to chat about the advocacy, awareness and events they have planned for the entire month. Included in the conversation we specifically talk about how small businesses, artists, and the Association have teamed up to raise money & inspire hope in our local community. Just another way the Design District gives back to Wichita; don’t miss this conversation! www.alz.orgTo buy a tshirt: http://bit.ly/tldshirtpresaleDDDWichita.com

This month on the podcast, we sat down with District 1 Councilmember Brandon Johnson to chat about his life in Wichita, his decision to run for local office, and what business districts like the DDD can bring to the community. Take a listen to this compelling conversation about public/private partnerships, what local government can do better to support small business owners, and how you can get engaged. Definitely an episode that will make you say #ILoveWichita.Budget Calculator:  https://wichita.budgetsimulator.comDistrict I Info: https://www.wichita.gov/Council/Pages/DistrictI.aspx

For this bonus episode, we record LIVE from the HIVE! Join in as we chat with Andrea Stang and Rianne Chavez about their love for Wichita and the Douglas Design District. Andrea grew up in the ICT, moved away for 10 years and recently boomeranged back to her roots. Rianne has recently moved to Wichita from Florida and gives her first impression of the city and the district. More info: DDDWichita.comSpecial thanks to Andrea Stang and The Hive Wichita for letting us podcast from their conference room!The Hive Wichita

Spring will eventually arrive in Wichita, and we’re ready for the Artisan Market to start-up again in April! This month on the podcast we sat down with artisan vendor Heather Byers of Feather B. to discuss her business, the creative culture in Wichita, and the quality experience that artisans and the market bring to our community. Tune in for this special spotlight on local small business.Feather B on FacebookFeather B on InstagramDDDWichita.comSpecial thanks to the Workroom ICT for letting us podcast from their conference room!WorkroomICT

Douglas Photographic Imaging (formerly known as Douglas Black & White) has been across from East High on Douglas Avenue for over 41+ years. We sat down with owner Ric Wolford to discuss the evolution of his business, the location on Douglas, and what he's learned as a small business owner over the years. Thrown in are also some great tidbits of Wichita history, and interesting photographic trivia. We really had a lot of fun with our very first DDD Origins episode, and we hope enjoy it too!https://www.douglasphoto.com/DDDWichita.com/calendar

Happy New Year! We're kicking off the Douglas Design District 2019 Podcast season by interviewing Renee Duxler, DDD's NEW and first ever Executive Director. We talk about the role, why it's important and some of the focus Renee is excited about in this new position.