On Today's Episode: Nate sits down with Paul Rasch, owner and “Chief Apple Officer” of Wilson’s Apple Orchard and Farm on the outskirts of Iowa City. The two discuss his experience being born into an apple-growing family, what he learned starting the first commercial apple juice company in China, and why Iowa was the place he wanted to put down tree roots when he returned to America.

Paul also shares his thoughts on the ins and outs of their negotiations to purchase Wilson’s Apple Orchard, why sustainability is key to their future success, and Paul shares some insight into the future of their blossoming company.

For more information on Wilson's Apple Orchard and Farm, visit wilsonsorchard.com.

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This is the Real Success podcast, produced in partnership with former NFL athlete and entrepreneur Nate Kaeding. This monthly podcast is a collection of conversations with Iowa-connected doers about success, purpose, and what makes them tick. Our hope is that you’ll learn something new about these notable leaders and that the conversations will perhaps play some small part in helping you further define what real success means to you.

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