Matt Hamilton - Rancher and Restaurateur (Part 1)

Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature." Our guest for this episode is Matt Hamilton, Rancher and Restaurateur. The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay. Key Topics: The journey from ranching to the creation of Local Yocal and LY Outfitters Matt’s dedication to sourcing high-quality beef and local produce The challenges and rewards of owning and operating multiple businesses How Matt’s family-first approach influences his career and decisions The impact of COVID-19 on the food industry, and the rise of local food sourcing The nuances of running a vertically integrated beef business Matt’s take on the current state of agriculture, tariffs, and trade policies Visit https://www.mckinneypodcast.com to subscribe to the email list and never miss an episode. Join the #MCKPOD community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mckinneypodcast and engage with your neighbors and fellow fans of the show. Check out the #MCKPOD YouTube Channel to watch the video versions of our episode and see lots of additional content: https://youtube.com/@mckinneypodcast James and Fred would love to hear from you with any comments, questions, or ideas! Email the show at [e-mail] and you may be featured on a future mailbag segment.