How To Fall Into Your Own Business
For Sue Rigler, owner of Hundred Mile Brewing Company, transforming passion into purpose is her reality.
From an ASU microbiology graduate to award-winning brewery owner, Sue’s journey began with a moment of inspiration in 2014 that sparked a vision she pursued despite zero restaurant experience.
In this episode, Sue shares the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, scaling to 45 employees overnight, building systems for accountability, and growing leadership confidence. She compares running a business to “birthing a fifth child,” offering a candid look at the challenges behind the success.
Beyond brewing, Sue highlights the power of community impact, from scholarship fundraisers to water drives and her creative innovations like water taxis to ASU games.
Tune in for a story of passion, practical wisdom, and turning dreams into reality, preferably with a craft beer in hand.
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Welcome to the Confidence Curve Podcast 🎙️
Hosted by Ashley and Rick Bowers, this podcast is dedicated to exploring the journeys of leaders who have made an impact through growth, resilience, and lasting success. In each episode, we dive into the challenges, victories, and key lessons that have shaped their paths.
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0:00 – Meet Sue Rigler of Huindred Mile Brewery
8:35 – From Iowa to Arizona Beer Pioneer
14:30 – Achieving Success Through Community Connection
20:40 – Challenges of Managing Rapid Growth
27:40 – Building Systems and Leadership Confidence
30:16 – Brewery as the Fifth Child
