In this episode of Strength From Service, we sit down with Zach Gerhardt — promoter of Fairmont Raceway, owner of Zac’s Trailers, and a cancer survivor.

Zach shares his journey through the racing world, the passion and challenges of running a track, and the grit it took to beat cancer. He also talks about building a business around service and reliability with Zac’s Trailers. From the roar of dirt track racing to the quiet fight for his health, Zach’s story is about perseverance, dedication, and giving back to the community that supports him.

Learn more:

Fairmont Raceway → fmtraceway.com

Zac’s Trailers → zacstrailersales.com

In this special Strength From Service episode, Jack, Mike, and Jake sit down for a Service Announcement — a chance to step back, catch up, and talk about life.

We cover:

• What’s going on in the world and how to still find the good

• The importance of disconnecting when life gets heavy

• Mike’s time coaching football and the lessons it brings

• Jake’s work on a boat giveaway and the joy of giving back

• Jack’s speaking, hunting, and finding purpose in the outdoors

This episode is all about perspective, grounding ourselves, and remembering that service doesn’t stop when the uniform comes off.

In this episode of Strength From Service, we sit down with Brian Taylor, a National Guard veteran who deployed to Bosnia and Iraq before building a career at Mankato Motors.

Brian shares stories from his time in uniform, the lessons learned while serving overseas, and how those same values—discipline, teamwork, and service—shaped his approach to leadership and business. We dive into the transition from the military to civilian life, the importance of community, and what it means to carry forward a spirit of service no matter where life takes you.

This conversation is a blend of grit, humility, and inspiration—whether you’re a veteran, a leader, or someone chasing purpose in your own career.