The Prairie Social

07/31/2025

In this episode of the Good Life Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Scott Rief.

He shares his journey from humble beginnings in a small-town grocery store to becoming a successful entrepreneur in real estate and chiropractic care. He emphasizes the importance of leadership, community, and purpose in building a thriving business.

The discussion highlights the development of Prairie District, a new community aimed at attracting people of all ages.

"Scott Rief is a Nebraska community developer and entrepreneur. In 2007, he launched his career in chiropractic, where he expanded his single office practice into one of largest chiropractic companies in the state. Five years later, he began investing in real estate at first through single-family homes and then advanced into multi-family properties. In 2016, Rief broke ground on his first multi-family development known as Talon Apartments in Grand Island, Nebraska. His developments, which he oversees from design through construction and management, now include Prairie Heights Apartments in Lexington, Legacy Bend in Norfolk, Element 30 in Kearney, and Legacy 34 in Grand Island. Rief is the President of Full Circle Services, Inc., which provides all the management and maintenance of his real estate assets. Innate Concepts is the brand for Rief’s rapidly growing real estate development and holding company."

Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: From Small Town to Business Owner
02:31 Building a Foundation: Early Jobs and Lessons Learned
05:29 The Firework Business: Entrepreneurship in Action
08:22 Establishing Active Family Chiropractic: The First Steps
11:36 Learning from Failures: The Path to Success
14:32 Investing in People: The Key to Business Growth
17:20 Real Estate Ventures: Expanding Horizons
19:03 Expanding Horizons: Diversifying Communities
20:27 Visionary Projects: Creating Lasting Impact
22:14 Designing for Community: The Prairie District Concept
24:42 Feedback and Growth: Community Response
28:17 Lifestyle and Culture: Attracting New Residents
29:34 Business Opportunities: Building a Thriving Economy
32:02 Defining Success: A Vision for the Future
33:43 Embracing Community in Grand Island

07/01/2025

Every good story starts during the pandemic these days...

Here's how Jon Rhoades got his start in entrepreneurship and how it led him to co-founding login.health.

Part of that journey was starting a One Million Cups in Grand Island.

06/30/2025

Jon Rhoades makes the case for why Nebraska and the midwest is the place to be for entrepreneurs...

06/25/2025

How Jon Rhoades sees the future for his startup, login.health...

06/24/2025

How One Million Cups Grand Island got started to support local entrepreneurs and cultivate a startup community..

06/23/2025

Jon Rhoades describes the issue he and his team are trying to solve with their central Nebraska startup, login.health.

06/23/2025

Jon Rhodes shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing how he became involved in the startup ecosystem in Central Nebraska. He discusses the challenges and successes of building a community around entrepreneurship, particularly through initiatives like 1 Million Cups. Jon also introduces his current venture, Login.health, which aims to revolutionize healthcare data management by giving patients control over their health records. He emphasizes the importance of networking and community engagement in fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial culture in Nebraska.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:20 The Journey into Entrepreneurship
08:59 Current Ventures and Innovations
13:47 The Future of Entrepreneurship in Nebraska
18:21 Connecting and Networking in the Community

06/20/2025

06/10/2025

We are on the HUNT for LOCAL + DELICIOUS Food Trucks to join the GI Area Farmers Market beginning this week, June 14th.

This does not mean that you need to commit for every week. Once you join, we add you to our text group and then you decide each week if you want to join in or not.

We would LOVE to have you Join Us! 🌱🌮🍕🍔🍿

Tag your favorite Food Truck here!

Send us a PM or go to www.farmersmarketgi.com and complete the Vendor Application today!

www.farmersmarketgi.com

06/10/2025

In this engaging conversation, Mitch Fisher and Jimmy Reed discuss the joys and challenges of parenthood, the importance of community, and the journey through various career paths leading to real estate. They share valuable insights on work ethic, the significance of mentorship, and practical advice for first-time home buyers. The discussion also highlights the growth and future potential of Grand Island, along with local favorites for dining and activities.

Chapters
00:00 New Beginnings and Life Changes
02:41 Roots and Community Connection
05:36 Career Path and Early Experiences
08:49 Lessons from Early Career
11:33 Transitioning into Real Estate
14:39 Surprises in Real Estate
17:40 Mentorship and Community Wisdom
22:33 Navigating the Home Buying Landscape in 2025
29:53 Exploring Grand Island's Local Hotspots
33:18 Future Prospects for Grand Island
37:17 Words of Wisdom and Community Engagement

05/27/2025

In this conversation, Jeff Mead shares his journey from a mechanical engineering career to becoming a successful real estate investor and entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges and surprises he faced while entering the real estate market, the importance of positioning oneself for opportunities, and the lessons learned from managing properties and dealing with tenants. Jeff also emphasizes the significance of hard work, perseverance, and the value of having a supportive partner in business. He offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly in the context of Central Nebraska.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jeff Mead's Journey
00:40 Diving into Real Estate: Starting Out
03:31 Navigating the Real Estate Market
06:34 Balancing Full-Time Work and Real Estate
09:46 The Motivation Behind Real Estate Investments
11:27 Transitioning to a New Business
14:37 Creating Opportunities Through Networking
17:48 Challenges and Lessons Learned
20:48 Business Ideas and Opportunities in Nebraska
23:24 The Reality of Entrepreneurship
26:48 Final Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

04/29/2025

Episode 005 The Good Life Podcast | Jeremy Jensen, former Mayor of Grand Island

In this conversation, Mitch Fisher interviews Jeremy Jensen , a prominent figure from Grand Island, Nebraska, who shares his journey from being a college football player to a successful financial advisor and eventually the mayor of Grand Island. Jeremy discusses his impactful experiences in sports, finance, and politics, emphasizing the importance of leadership, community involvement, and the challenges he faced along the way. He reflects on his time as mayor, the initiatives he championed, and his ongoing commitment to improving education and community welfare.

Chapters
00:00 Journey to Nebraska Football
06:31 Transitioning to Finance
12:06 Entering Politics
23:31 Life as Mayor of Grand Island
26:07 Maximizing Productivity and Delegation
28:56 Proud Accomplishments as Mayor
33:50 Balancing Multiple Roles
38:22 Life After Mayorship
43:35 Challenges in Education
53:52 Creating Change in the Community