Wisdom by WESA

Kaci Myers, Director of Design, on Dorfman Milano's legacy, style, and innovation. Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiDorfman Milano for WesternVisit the WESA WebsiteVisit the APHA Website

Desiree Mills discusses the international scope of the APHA and its upcoming three-pronged retail business. Listen in... Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiVisit the WESA WebsiteVisit the APHA Website

SpurWest Trading Co. founder Kipp Smith shares the story of the energetic SpurWest brand. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 128: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiSpur West Trading, 4/9Visit the WESA Website

WESA Board Member and Sales Representative for Justin Brands pays another visit to Wisdom by WESA. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 127: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiJustin BootsVisit the WESA Website

Jaylin Raymer talks about her transition from singer - songwriter to high fashion western wear entrepreneur spearheading Planet Cowboy’s growth. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 126: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiPlanet CowboyVisit the WESA Website

The tested science behind Saddle Right pads accounts for the brand’s success spanning more than four decades. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 125: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiSaddle RightVisit the WESA Website

Elizabeth Brady found hat burning to be a therapeutic activity aiding in her recovery from traumatic brain injury, leading to the birth of a successful business Guests and Links Episode 124: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiElizabeth BradyFacebookVisit the WESA Website

Following 8 years in the Air Force, Wendy Ozburn turned her talents to producing creative buckles. Guests and Links Episode 123: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiWendy OzburnVisit the WESA Website

Bill Hippel recounts his five decades in the western wear sales industry. Guests and Links Episode 122: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiVisit the WESA Website

Tracy Halling Discusses Austin Accent’s Decades Long Focus on Accessories. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 121: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiTracy HallingVisit the WESA Website

Clint Orms shares his story from rodeo beginnings to leading the thriving Clint Orms Engraving today. Tune in to hear Clint share the captivating story of his personal and professional evolution, offering an inspiring glimpse into the promising future of Western craftsmanship. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 120: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiClint OrmsVisit the WESA Website

Jerry Beagley discusses how his rodeo life and tack business have been intertwined since college and his induction into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 119: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiMeet Jerry BeagleyBack When They Bucked With Jerry BeagleyVisit the WESA Website

Darrell Nephew recounts the history of Tucker Saddles and shares plans for a new line and an award honoring founder Steve Tucker. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 118: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiDarrell NephewCircle YTucker SaddleryVisit the WESA Website

Senior Buyer Jessica Shaw discusses Back In The Saddle's successful business model. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 117: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiJessica ShawVisit the WESA Website

Glenn brings you another round of interviews from the WESA market in August. Highlighting new companies and products that you might have missed. Listen in.... Wisdom by WESA Special Episode August 2023: 00:32 - Hailey Nelson - Western and Co. 03:20 - Jamie Weidner from JT International 07:00 - Tim with Prince of Scots 11:12 - Carolina Crowley of the Carolina Crowley Collection 14:40 - Kacy Burke from Buckaroo Beau Books 18:25 - Ted from Cowboy Sh!t 23:48 - Jeff from Prime Performance Nutrition

The fascinating story of Rockmount Ranch Wear from 1946 to today. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 115: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiSteve WeilVisit the WESA Website

After closing shop in the 1970's, Hyer Boot Company is now reviving the legend of The Cowboy Boot. Guests and Links Episode 114: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiCH HyerVisit the WESA Website

An introduction to Flynt Western men’s western wear. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 113: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiGary Adelman and Julie ByingtonVisit the WESA Website 

The story behind the conception and growth of DIBA True and its parent company DIBA Shoes. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 112: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiSuzanne LorenzVisit the WESA Website

Partrade’s Christine Fordham talks about the company's success and her new role as a WESA Board Member. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 111: Mike DonnellKacee Willbanks CollettiChristina FordhamVisit the WESA Website