Fremont Biz
Fremont Biz is your go-to podcast for discovering the backbone of our vibrant Fremont County community—our local businesses. Co-hosted by Charene Herrera from County 10 and Owen Sweeney from the Lander Chamber of Commerce and this show highlights the unique character, fun facts, services, and stori...
Recent Episodes
June 17, 2026
Carrying the Legacy Forward at Mountain Range RV Park
In this episode of Lander Biz we take a field trip to Mountain Range RV Park near Lander to meet the park’s new owners, Chris and Aubrey. The couple shares how a July trip helped lead them to the property, and why the Lander area felt like such a natural fit. For Chris, the Wind River Mountains already held a special place in his heart after living in Riverton back in 1983 and 1984. Now, he and Aubrey are beginning a new chapter in a place known for its peaceful setting, wide-open views and dir
May 29, 2026
More Than Concrete: Croell’s Growth, Jobs, and Community Impact in Fremont County
On this episode of Lander Biz, we take a closer look at the company helping build the foundations, roads, and projects that keep the Wind River Region moving. Mike Bargas with Croell Incorporated joins the show to talk about the family-owned company’s history, its growth in Wyoming, and the essential work Croell does in aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and paving. In Wyoming, the company continues to expand its footprint while staying connected to the communities it serves. Mike explains Croell’s
March 23, 2026
Mitch and Kim on Specialized Therapy and New Options at Fremont Therapy Group
This episode features Kim Asbell and Mitch Johnson from Fremont Therapy Group as the company celebrates an incredible 30 years in business. Along with sharing a few personal updates, they reflect on what has helped shape Fremont Therapy into the upbeat, supportive, and trusted clinic it is today. Kim and Mitch talk about the culture of Fremont Therapy Group and why that atmosphere matters not only for patients, but also for the therapists who provide care every day. The conversation also dives
Feb. 16, 2026
Chief Kelly Waugh on Leadership, Active Shooter Preparedness Event & Lander’s Future
In this episode of Fremont Biz we visit the Lander Police Department to sit down with Chief Kelly Waugh for an in-depth conversation about leadership, preparedness, and the future of public safety in Lander. Chief Waugh reflects on the department’s progress following a major local incident and discusses his first year serving as interim chief while simultaneously covering captain and administrative duties. Now officially in the permanent chief role, Waugh shares his commitment to long-term plan
Feb. 11, 2026
Lunch & Learn Recap — The 5 H.O.P Principles with R.J. Jubber
In this episode of Fremont Biz features R.J. Jubber of G.R.I.T. for a recap of the Lander Chamber’s Lunch & Learn and a practical conversation on Human and Organizational Performance (HOP). This framework is designed to help organizations manage human error, especially in high-risk environments. R.J. explains how HOP gained traction through the Department of Energy, and why the heart of HOP is understanding how people actually behave inside real-world systems. The group walks through the five H
Feb. 6, 2026
Fremont Toyota: Community, Growth, and a RAV4 Hybrid Test Drive
This episode of Fremont Biz takes us behind the scenes at Fremont Toyota in Lander for an in-depth visit with Garrott Smith—an outdoorsman, golfer, and enjoys being involved in the community. Garrott shares how Fremont Toyota has continued to grow, what that growth means for local jobs, and how the business stays connected to the community it serves. We talk about the importance of their service department plus Fremont Toyota’s strategic approach to the changing vehicle market—especially when i