Elisa Van Arnam, Co-founder of SoulKu SoulKu sells precious stones and jewelry (earrings, necklaces, and bracelets) that are made with intention by working mothers here in WNC. The SoulKu story is one of pivots, commitment, vision, and execution. They've won grants and awards for being the fastest-growing business in Asheville. And, through it all, they embodied a type of entrepreneurship we love most here at Making It In Asheville. For links to SoulKu and the secret Making It In Asheville exclu...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Devil's Foot Beverage Company is the quintessential Asheville entrepreneur story. Two friends had an idea and worked hard for years to make it a reality. If you're not familiar with Devil's foot, they started with an incredibly fresh and flavorful ginger beer, and have expanded into other non-alcoholic beverages. In a town known for beers, devils foot has stood out as one of the best non-alcoholic beverage companies around. In this episode, we get into the origin story, some of the highs and low...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Making It in Asheville Podcast! In today’s episode, we have a special guest joining us. We are thrilled to welcome Jami Daniels, the owner and CEO of Ernest Ready-Made Warehouse, our season’s presenting sponsor. For complete show notes, including some supplementary information from this episode visit: https://www.MakingItInAsheville.com/117 or https://www.MakingItInAsheville.com/ernest If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our channel, like t...
Jul 12, 2023•57 min
For complete show notes, including some supplementary information from this episode visit: https://www.MakingItInAsheville.com/116 or https://www.MakingItInAsheville.com/ernest If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our channel, like this video, comment below, and/or share this video! It helps to spread the word and get more eyes on Asheville's makers. Music by Commonwealth Choir ( http://www.commonwealthchoir.com ) ======== About Making In In Asheville ======== Welcome to Making It in...
Jul 06, 2023•13 min
An Appeal to Business Owners: Use Audio to Grow Your Business Podcasts are great for business. If you like speaking more than you like writing, it's something to consider. in this podcast, I go over the content I presented at Different Wrld. I hope it leaves you considering audio in 2023 and beyond. Visit https://makingitinasheville.com/ to join our email list and be the first to hear about upcoming Monday Maker Mixers....
May 03, 2023•19 min
What's Next For Making It In Asheville? Why, thanks for asking! More of what you've come to expect. Conversations with Asheville entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community members. And, where we can, we'll be looking for opportunities to be a part of the evolution of local businesses. Visit https://makingitinasheville.com/ to join our email list and be the first to hear about upcoming Monday Maker Mixers. Visit https://www.southslopepilates.com/ to get free demo classes and access to fo...
Jan 31, 2023•29 min
What do you do? Often the first question you're asked. But if you've been following along, it's the least important in relation to Why and How you do what you do. That said, there are some essential points to consider when choosing what you do in your business and, as importantly, describing it to your customers. Visit South Slope Pilates to learn more about the project. https://southslopepilates.com/ Visit Making It in Asheville for more content about Asheville Businesses https://makingitinashe...
Jan 24, 2023•25 min
This is HOW We Do It. Episode 2 of our mini-series on launching a new business in Asheville. Learn more about South Slope Pilates at https://southslopepilates.com/ https://Instagram.com/southslopepilates
Jan 17, 2023•35 min
"Start with Why" behind the scenes of a business launch. In this episode, we talk about about how nailing a business's "why" is essential for a powerful marketing message. Then you get to be a fly on the wall during a preliminary conversation with the owners and founders of South Slope Pilates, a soon-to-open pilates studio in Asheville. To learn more about South Slope Pilates, visit https://southslopepilates.com or follow them on Instagram https://instagram.com/southslopepil...
Jan 10, 2023•33 min
We're Launching a New Business! In this mini-season, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes look at a small business launch plan. Over the years we've been asked many times by this audience for ideas concepts or strategies we might use if we were launching a business in Asheville. In this season we don't need to be hypothetical. We'll show you exactly how we think about launching a business in town. Next week, you'll meet the founders and owners and hear the "Why" of the business. The fo...
Jan 03, 2023•10 min
Rockgeist and Greg Hardy In this episode, I recount the conversation I had with Greg Hardy at his 3000 square-foot studio in North Asheville. While normally we interview guests on this podcast, unfortunately, the audio of our conversation was corrupted. This episode is a report of sorts on the highlights from our interview. In this episode, you'll hear more about what bikepacking is (and how you can get started with the help of Rockgeist), you will hear how Greg started by selling his own, used ...
Nov 08, 2022
108 w/ Boomer Sassmann of Big Boom Designs Boomer is the founder of Big Boom Design, an Asheville-based company focused on building, securing, and improving WordPress-based websites. Boomer shares his story of growing his business narrowing the focus of his business, and working to find a balance between his computer work and passions. We hope you enjoy this episode. Visit https://makingitinasheville.com/108 for more ways to connect with Boomer To subscribe to our email list: https://makingitina...
Oct 25, 2022
Episode 107 with Shelton Steele and Joe Balcken of Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins In this episode, we talk with Shelton and Joe, the founders of Wrong Way River Lodge and Cabins. We get into everything from the brown liquor brainstorm that started it all and what technologies our mission critical to running a hospitality operation like theirs. They do everything the "Wrong Way" emphasizing sustainability and community as foremost tenants of their business. In this episode, we get i...
Oct 18, 2022•2 hr 44 min
Winter Is Coming In this episode, we discuss a theme that came up after our last Monday Maker Mixer. The realization is that there are seasons in business, just like there are seasons in life. And in order to make it through the winter, there are some strategies we need to take into account. Please give it a listen and let us know what comes to mind for you. Send us an email or DM us on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/makingitinasheville/ ) if your interested in the points we make in this ...
Oct 11, 2022•15 min
Season 9 Is Here! If you'd like to get the heads up on where and when the next Monday Maker Mixer will be, visit http://MakingItInAsheville.com and join the email list!
Oct 04, 2022•6 min
In this episode, we get an update from three past guests. SARAH HOOKER https://makingitinasheville.com/episode/008-a-lesson-on-finding-your-own-creative-style-and-business-niche-with-sarah-hooker/ https://www.viragoboudoir.com/ JEFF KAPLAN https://makingitinasheville.com/episode/054-jeff-kaplan-venture-asheville/ https://ventureasheville.com/ TIM GORMELY https://makingitinasheville.com/episode/tim-gormley-burial-beer/ https://burialbeer.com/ More to come from https://makingitinasheville.com/...
Mar 15, 2022•6 min
In this episode, we get an update from three past guests. Nicole McConville https://makingitinasheville.com/episode/045-nicole-mcconville/ Zach Eidson https://makingitinasheville.com/episode/024-zach-eidson-from-metro-wines Alyssa Phillips https://makingitinasheville.com/episode/028-alyssa-phillips-ampd-designs/ More to come from https://makingitinasheville.com/...
Mar 08, 2022
Gareth Higgins was our guest in episode 42 of the Making It in Asheville podcast. Everytime we need to be reminded of the power of love and community we find ourselves returning to this conversation. Please enjoy it. For more, visit https://makingitinasheville.com or https://makingitinasheville.com/episode/042-gareth-higgins...
Mar 01, 2022•2 hr 36 min
In this episode, we welcome Sarah Ubertaccio to the podcast as a guest! We learn about her business, QB Cucina, and its growth over the last 2 years since its conception. We get into: Why QB Cucina? Why now? What's worked and been difficult about launching a product business What has been most helpful to growing as a person over the last 2 years? For notes from this episode, visit https://makingitinasheville.com/101...
Feb 22, 2022•38 min
In this episode, we reset and answer these questions: Where have we been?! What's Sarah up to? What's next for the podcast? What's next for the community? If you're a non-profit or non-commercial organization in Asheville and would like to use our platform to share your work, visit our website and look for "Leave Us a Voice Memo." For complete show notes, including some supplementary information from this episode visit: MakingItInAsheville.com...
Feb 15, 2022•15 min
Quick announcement episode! The podcast is back There have been a lot of changes at Making It In Asheville HQ We make a request for Voice Memos from the community For complete show notes, including some supplementary information from this episode visit: MakingItInAsheville.com
Feb 08, 2022•3 min
Episode Notes In this episode, we interview graphic illustrator, brand developer, and bassist, Logan Hall. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: How Logan's creative outlets overlap between design and music How the nature of Logan's work is always allowing him to learn something new The collaborative effort of musicians and artists in general The development and exciting future for Pink Beds music How Pinterest still stands strong For complete show notes, including some supplementary informa...
Jun 15, 2021•39 min
In this episode, we interview Debbie Word, the owner of Chemist Spirits in Asheville, NC. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: What makes moonshine so aggressive and why great spirits taste good. The serendipity that led to the Chemist's distillery and Antidote bar's incredible location on the south slope in Asheville The difficulty in finding investors and funding and how that's actually been an asset to the business What's next for Chemist Spirits (psst... lots of growth and new spirits) ...
Jun 01, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Episode Notes In this episode, we interview Cameron Farlow, Executive Director of Organic Growers School in Asheville, NC. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: How OGS and agriculture as a whole is working away from commercial and capitalist definitions to include a wider view of people including Indigenous cultures and communities How Cameron is creating a supportive structure and organizational culture that supports life in and outside of work The long history of racism within farming The...
May 25, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Episode Notes In this episode, we interview Ashton of Ashton Zager Fiber Arts. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: Believing in “The AND” and what this means to Tony and Ashton The importance of persistence in Ashton's life and of “showing up” during highs and lows How tragedy impacted her business and her overall tone on social media Scaling up with an online presence with passive income The importance of being seen as a human To see our upcoming social events and workshops, visit: Making...
May 18, 2021•1 hr 23 min
Episode Notes In this episode, we interview Meghan Mciver & Lindsey Riley. The owners and all-around vibe curators of the plant disco and store, Palm + Pine in Asheville, NC. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: Different strategies for managing pressure as business owners and most importantly, human beings Expectations vs Agreements- Creating realistic timelines for a project and the importance of giving yourself enough lead way The challenges of stocking a retail space within the livi...
May 11, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Episode Notes Episode Notes In this episode, we interview Anuj Patel, Tech Support aficionado, and 1/2 of the founders of Tech House in Asheville, NC. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: How Anuj and Early’s relationship allows them to thrive, communicate and grow How TH is finding success by stepping back from the niche market (think Apple store) and allowing TH to be approachable by having the ability to let people come in and learn and use technology as a tool How Tech House shows up an...
May 04, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Episode Notes In this episode, we interview Brook Bolen, 1/2 of the Superstar Editing Team behind AVL Today. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: Acting as a resource and writing through a pandemic The burden of being a news outlet Finding your voice in writing How Brook's Grandfather couldn’t read and now she writes to 45k + people and how truly impactful this is to her (and us listening) Tips for getting out of your way when you’re writing For complete show notes, including some supplemen...
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Episode Notes In this episode, we interview Tarleton Walmsley & Seth Connelly, partners and founders of Garden Party. Listeners of today's podcast with Garden Party receive a special discount code. Apply MAKINGIT15 at checkout. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: The importance of imagery in creating a captivating website to bring in vibes and sales Knowing when to step away from a career and trust in yourself enough to dive in completely into something new Why it's important to commun...
Apr 20, 2021•1 hr 29 min
Episode Notes In this episode, we interview Matt Parris the founder and CEO of Roots Hummus and The Roots Foundation. Here’s What You’ll Learn in this Episode: Why finding the right partners can determine your success when upscaling a business (and how Roots scaled their production capacity 100x) The power of creating a financial engine to help support true passion and vision How Matt and his team are using food as a vehicle for critical global change How sales are about more than whether a prod...
Apr 13, 2021•1 hr 28 min
