We are BACK!!! It's been quite a few minutes...more like a few hours since the last Marketing Minds Meet but it's time to get back to it! On this episode we had the pleasure of visiting Ashby's Sterling Ice Cream shop in Grosse Pointe Woods to chat with the owner Dillon Rochon!! Dillon discussed his journey with Ashby's, becoming the store owner in 2020, his biggest challenges, short/long term goals, his plan B, a shared love of music and...if he would make a deal with the devil!!!For more infor...
May 23, 2025•54 min
Recalling their ribbon cutting ceremony. Hearing about the beginnings of Savvy Advertising Solutions. Sharing experiences on forming professional relationships. Breaking the barrier w/Millenials & Gen Z. Making a deal w/the devil?!?!?! These are a few of the points of discussion we had with Tabitha Mendez owner of Savvy Advertising Solutions. For more information about Savvy Advertising Solutions visit the information below ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Phone: 313-886-1100 00:...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 8 min
We have David Loria who owns Squeaky's Cleaning on the show! David chats with us about the beginnings of his cleaning company Squeaky's Cleaning, how he started a marketing company prior to Squeaky's, finding quality people to work for him, the current marketing successes & improvements for Squeaky's, web 3 for his business, how he found out about/joined the fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon, how he still enjoys eating a happy meal from time to time and...if he would make a deal with the devil!...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 11
On this episode of Marketing Minds Meet we are joined by radio royalty!! A staple of Metro Detroit for over 20 years on 96.3 WDVD and co-host for the Blaine And Lauren show, Blaine Fowler chats about his journey getting into radio, becoming integrated with the city of Detroit, how he met and connected with Walter, the marketing successes and improvements with his show and the station and...Blaine asks Walter about Apple Music and CD vs. vinyl!! Find out more information about Blaine And Lauren a...
Oct 11, 2024•49 min•Season 4Ep. 10
This episode of Marketing Minds Meet marks a first for the show!! Brooke Hoover who is a student majoring in Marketing got to spend this summer as an intern for Savvy Advertising Solutions AND be on her first podcast EVER with us! Brooke talked about what made her want to study marketing, how she landed her internship with Savvy, where she sees the evolution of marketing going, influencers, web 3, her love of going thrifting and...meeting Ariana Grande?!?! 😮 Find out more information about Savv...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 9
We are BACK for another installment of Marketing Minds Meet and on this episode we have a fellow marketer who has crossed paths with W.A. Hooper Marketing in the last while. Tim Edwards owner of Edwards Marketing Solutions has been helping clients look good online and strategizing where they're best suited to be on the internet. He chats about his company's beginnings, industries he's enjoyed working with, why some marketers give off a "closed off" vibe, what he DOES NOT like about his career/co...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Abigail Turnbull of the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce has made it one year working for the chamber and she relays her experiences so far in this episode of Marketing Minds Meet!! We chat about various topics including taking on two roles as Membership AND Marketing Director, another year of Restaurant Week, Web 3, brainstorming young professional event ideas and...of course...if Abigail would make a deal w/the devil!! For more information regarding the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce and h...
May 17, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Is print advertising officially dead?!?! 😦😦😦😦 Rebecca Reyes of The Little Blue Book makes the case that it isn't!! We cover a variety of topics including...her journey with The Little Blue Book, adapting to the digital era, what the ROI is for a print ad, exploring web 3, making a deal w/the devil and...the joy of live music and fly fishing!! For more information about The Little Blue Book, Shores Magazine & Towar Productions visit the links/information below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Facebook Email: rebec...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Health Insurance. Something we need and should have but...who can help further explain it in a way that's relatable? Zach Norris owner of Norris Health Quotes. That's who!!! Zach chats about what inspired him to get into the health insurance industry, his biggest challenge(s), where he places his ad signs, if he'd make a deal w/the devil and how he would like to open his own brewery for families. For more information regarding health insurance contact Norris Health Quotes below ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ Phone: 2...
Mar 29, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Maria Miller, Executive Director of The War Memorial, makes her debut on the show!! We discuss the new building add-on, Maria's awesome staff, web 3.0, the infamous flood damage of 2021 and...Maria asks Walter if HE would make a deal w/the devil 😦😦😦 For more information about The War Memorial please visit the links below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Website Facebook Instagram Linkedin...
Mar 13, 2024•58 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Returning to the show is none other than Sofia Kirkman!!! She is the owner of Part Of Your World Princess Co. based in Grosse Pointe and on this episode of Marketing Minds Meet we tackled some deep and dark truths. Topics include preying and shaming in other local acting companies, the complexities of self-esteem and body shaming, all the way to why Sofia wants to change the industry for the better with her company. For more information about Part Of Your World Princess Co. and booking inquiries...
Feb 16, 2024•46 min•Season 4Ep. 2
We have David Underwood from Top Flite Financial and Mike Mitchell from Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Kee Realty St. Clair Shores on this episode! David and Mike discuss their journey going into mortgage lending and becoming a realtor, the 2024 real estate forecast, entering web 3.0 AND if they'd make a deal with the devil!! For more information regarding if you're pre-qualified and/or ready to purchase a house visit David & Mike's contact information below ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ David Underwood Mobile...
Feb 09, 2024•59 min•Season 4Ep. 1
We had a blast getting to chat with Maddie and Mary Mancus of Glitter & Scotch!! Both shared their experiences in retail, school and how that all led them to want to open up their own boutique clothing shop in The Village in Grosse Pointe, MI. What will the next 5-10 years look like for their business? Will they venture into Web 3.0? Would they make a deal with the devil if given the chance??? For more information on how to shop all things Glitter & Scotch visit the links below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ We...
Dec 15, 2023•58 min•Season 3Ep. 8
What a conversation we had with Shanneal Tate!! She has been making a name for herself and her business, Precise Micro Beauty, and this is just the beginning! We dived into quite an array of topics such as body sculpting, permanent makeup, toxic work environments, web 3.0 and how she likes her steak done. For more information and to book one of her services follow the links provided below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ right now 😁 Website Instagram Phone Number: 586-596-5132...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Margarita Stetz has been hitting the ground running for the past six months getting her fitness studio Body Matrix By Margo off to a solid start! Her background from living in LA to working at other gym facilities to now owning a fitness studio that caters to women and has infrared saunas has shaped her on quite a journey and career. We got to chat about her vision for the future of Body Matrix By Margo, challenges running a business, the benefits of using infrared saunas at the studio and if sh...
Sep 22, 2023•50 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Anita Miko is all about helping others feel better and refreshed with their overall well being! Which is one of the many reasons why she went on to form her own business The Traveling Acupuncturist. We discuss her entrepreneur journey thus far, the benefits of ear acupuncture, entering the world of Web 3.0, why small intimate group settings are her preferred clientele and even her favorite vegetarian dish to cook. To learn more about The Traveling Acupuncturist and to book a group session with A...
Sep 08, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Tom Mercer owner of Mercer Agency is new to the Grosse Pointe Woods business community! He's all about having his clients ask A LOT of questions to make sure they're going with the right insurance policy for their needs. We chatted about his journey getting into the insurance industry, his successes with his digital marketing, if he would make a deal with the devil AND how he flatlined and was brought back to life!!! 😦😦😦 For more information and questions about your insurance needs visit the ...
Aug 11, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Janet Abdenour Dabney is not only the owner of Jamcat Candles but she's also an avid Michigan Wolverine Football fan, Lions fan and enjoys being outdoors gardening! On this episode of Marketing Minds Meet Janet talks about her journey with Jamcat Candles, the successes and future of the social media campaign, web 3.0 and...if she would ACTUALLY make a deal with the devil!!! To learn more and shop for Jamcat Candles visit the links below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Website Instagram Email Wholesale Ordering...
Jul 28, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 3
On this episode of Marketing Minds Meet...Elayna Clair of EC Creations chatted about her journey as an artist, convincing the general public that what she does is NOT "just hobby" and...even made a decision on if she'd sell her soul to the devil in exchange for worldwide fame and recognition 😦😦😦 To learn more about Clair's art and purchasing her prints visit the links provided here ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Website Instagram Facebook Linktree Patreon...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Betsy Styles has just recently celebrated her one year anniversary of opening The Lon Next Door Salon & Spa. A lot has happened in the last year and she couldn't be happier and optimistic for the future of her business! She is joined by her social media manager Elayna Clair aka Clair and they bonded over wearing the same hat. Betsy talks about her journey getting to where she's at, what she doesn't like about what she does, web 3.0 and how her daughter was the biggest inspiration for the nam...
Jun 14, 2023•59 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Grace Buffa returns to the program and she has been making bigger moves for her business, Life Journey Coaching, including becoming National Board Certified as a health and wellness coach!! We chat about her goals, challenges, toxic positivity and much more. To contact Grace about all things health and wellness her information and social media can be found below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn...
Jan 13, 2023•39 min
Cyndee Sparre & Brian Madeleine are here to make sure your financial needs and well being are strong! From insight on the inflation rate down to finding grocery stores with great deals Cyndee and Brian got you covered! Get in contact with Cyndee and Brian below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ for more information and questions on your financial goals today! Cyndee Sparre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CynthiaSparre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-sparre/ Brian Madeleine Website: https://www.madelei...
Nov 23, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Sonia Santos went from being a full time nurse who was on the front lines during 2020 to now owning her own business...The Radiant Alchemist. Her mission is to help heal her customers with her mostly vegan skincare product line and soaps while providing science to further her credibility. For more information about The Radiant Alchemist be sure to visit their website and social media ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Website: https://theradiantalchemist.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theradiantalchemist Instagram...
Nov 03, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 9
She went independent!!! Ashley Trefney has been making moves in her career and journey since going independent as a realtor for the last year. She started at Keller Williams Platinum and has been making a name for herself ever since!! Her drive to help educate her clients and go above and beyond their expectations is one of the many traits that makes her stand out. If you're looking to purchase a home or even start asking questions Ashley can be contacted via phone at 586-215-1211, email atrefne...
Jul 08, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 8
"I'm your skin therapist!" This is how Outer Bliss Esthetics owner Tiffany Earls describes herself when she treats and pampers her clients at her spa which is located inside the Rochester Salon Suites...suite number eight. From working in retail sales, being a dog mom and aspiring to grow her company even bigger in the next five to ten years Tiffany shared much insight and lots of laughs on this episode of Marketing Minds Meet! Book a self-care pampering session with Tiffany via her social media...
Jun 13, 2022•21 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Sometimes we don't even know that we have items of value right in our very own homes. That's where Stefek's Auctioneers & Appraisers comes in and verifies if that's the case! We sat down and chatted with owner Lori Stefek about what makes Stefek's stand out from the rest of the bunch, their company beginnings and how Lori is a colonel after going to auctioneer school! For more information about Stefek's and to inquire about their liquidation management services visit their social media and w...
May 13, 2022•18 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Grace Buffa is not just about "chakras and feels" when it comes to her coaching methods for life and/or health & wellness. She uses and implements scientific data and practices to her program which makes her that much more reputable, personable and trust worthy! To get in contact with Grace and try out her programs and/or set up a consultation you can find her via the social media links, email and phone number below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Facebook Instagram LinkedIn E mail gracelifejourney@yahoo.com Phone 5...
May 06, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 5
From physical to virtual clothing designs All Clothing Brand is heading into Web 3.0 head first!!! Owner, Jonathan Savich, saw an opportunity to take his clothing brand to a new reality and dimension. He has even made it so that whenever a piece of clothing is purchased consumers will receive an NFT that will certify the transaction and can be used to trade in the virtual realm/metaverse. Check out All Clothing Brand's website and social media below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ All Clothing Brand website All Clothing...
Apr 27, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Web 3.0, NFTs, the blockchain, the metaverse, virtual reality, augmented reality...WHAT'S BEEN GOING ON THESE DAYS?!?! For Crystal Pekarek and her company Crystal's Cubicle these changes are going to impact her industry of e-commerce, web design and chatbot marketing immensely. But CP is ready for it and eager to learn more about it! Not only is she ready to adapt to the changes making their way but MOST importantly she wants to make sure her clients are on board with it and ready to make that n...
Mar 28, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 3
"Start your day with something beautiful!" "Make busy beautiful!" These are two phrases Hollie Gyarmati not only encourages her clients to live by but she herself has lived by. An Interior Designer, author and now venturing into the public speaking realm Hollie is more fired up and excited than ever before with her career path! Find Hollie on social media and her BRAND NEW website below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Facebook Instagram Website...
Mar 16, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 2
