A Hobby Turned Into a Business - An Entrepreneurial Journey

Meet Austin Elliot, partner and operations director, Locke and Stache.  As a student at MSU, Austin was not unlike any other college student.  His interests were varied so he changed majors several times but eventually ended up with an education in film production/videography.  He had always had a camera in his hand and was creative by nature.  He took that hobby and with the help of 2 other partners, they created a business that produces film, music videos, ad campaigns, etc right here in Springfield.  Sure, upon graduation these three could have taken their talents to LA or NYC, but they loved the Springfield area and saw opportunity here.  Austin talks about the thriving collective of creatives staying in the Springfield market where the overhead is lower, cost of living is lower and there is less hustle so you can actually enjoy life.  They are considered a premier film production company and have worked on lots of national campaigns.  They also have a heart for giving back and being a responsible community partner.  They are striving to build a bigger community of creatives in our area. Austin says students just need to be aware and have knowledge that the creative community already exists here.  What they want to do creatively might be achievable here, just as easily as moving to a larger market.  Austin’s story is one of forging your own path.  Taking your hobbies and passions and turning them into a profession. He talks about entrepreneurship, community building and going for a dream.  https://www.lockeandstache.com\