Join us for a milestone celebration as we turn the spotlight on the heart behind Lancaster Connects. For 35 years, Gardner's Mattress & More has been helping Lancaster County families sleep better and wake up happy, but this anniversary episode goes beyond mattresses to explore what it really means to build a business on honesty, expertise, and genuine community care.Hear the origin story of how Gardner's got its start in Lancaster and what's evolved over more than three decades of serving local families. Discover why their approach stands out in a crowded market, and learn about the customer moments that remind the team why helping people find better sleep truly changes lives.We'll also dive into Gardner's Gives Back, the community impact program that has partnered with local nonprofits to make a real difference across Lancaster County. Find out what inspired this commitment to giving and how it connects directly to the creation of Lancaster Connects itself.From adapting to industry changes like memory foam and online shopping while staying true to core values, to looking ahead at the next chapter for both the business and the podcast, this episode celebrates not just 35 years of success, but 35 years of showing up for the Lancaster community.Whether you're a longtime customer, a fellow small business owner, or simply someone who loves hearing stories about what makes Lancaster special, this anniversary episode offers inspiration, insight, and a reminder of what's possible when you build something with heart.Tune in to celebrate this milestone and discover the vision guiding Gardner's and Lancaster Connects into the future.Thank you for watching Lancaster Connects! This is the show about small business and small charity success in Lancaster county - we showcase the battle on Main Street, big vs. small David vs Goliath, and bring you the best of what makes Lancaster so great. ???? Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://StreamYard.CastAhead.net ➡️ Get your FREE copy of Ben McClure and Jeff Giagnocavo's book - "Sleep Better" https://gardnersmattressandmore.com/sleep-betterLIVE SHOW PODCAST & REPLAYS: ???? Connect with Lancaster Connects:✅ Official: https://lancasterconnects.com/ ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterConnects ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lancaster-connects✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancasterConnectsLancaster Connects is produced by Chris Stone at Cast Ahead:  https://CastAhead.net 

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