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Welding Tradition and Innovation: Fred Martin Welding Is An Atlanta Treasure

2024-12-15 No Comments

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we honor the Fred Martin Welding Company, founded by Fred Martin in 1938. Marty Martin, a third-generation welder now at the helm,…

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French Florist: LA’s Dominant Flower Power Is Revolutionizing The Florist Industry

John Kuder 2024-12-03 No Comments

French Florist in Los Angeles is 37 years old and is a family business. If you’re a florist, or you have a friend who is, you’re really going to want…

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Cacao and Connection: The Heart of Native Wisdom Hub

John Kuder 2024-11-23 No Comments

Marc-John Brown and Erika Huarcaya share their inspirational journey of creating Native Wisdom Hub, a business that intertwines indigenous wisdom with modern life experiences. The podcast delves into the profound…

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Unstoppable Women: Mother and Daughter Team Susan and Lindsay Trumpler

John Kuder 2024-11-15 No Comments

Their mission is to empower women entrepreneurs to be unstoppable through the power of community. Susan and Lindsay Trumpler are mother and daughter co-owners of two businesses. We learn how…

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VoIP Pioneers: Mark and Joe Clark Share Their Journey in Telecommunications

John Kuder 2024-11-05 No Comments

The Clarks’ story offers a unique perspective on the intersection of family and business, as Mark and Joe Clark discuss their telecommunications venture, ContinuousTouch. Mark’s career at AT&T is a…

Mental Health Matters: Insights from the Collective Wellness Institute

John Kuder 2024-10-31 No Comments

Celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of family-owned businesses, this episode features Sh’nai and Taiwan Simmons, founders of the Collective Wellness Institute in Tampa. The conversation includes the origins of their practice,…

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How a Vacation Treat Inspired a Family Business: Meet Spotz Gelato

John Kuder 2024-10-23 No Comments

The story behind Spotz Gelato is a remarkable example of how passion and perseverance can lead to entrepreneurial success. Beth Richardson and Philip Enlow embarked on their gelato journey after…

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Building Dreams: The Journey of AJS Quality Construction with Hesron and Karla Gomez

John Kuder 2024-10-15 No Comments

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, hosts Connie and John spotlight Hesron and Karla Gomez of AJS Quality Construction. Originating from Mexico and Southern California, respectively, the couple…

How an 8-Year-Old Inspired a New Coffee Revolution for Kids

John Kuder 2024-10-04 No Comments

David and Ethan Sanborn, a father-son duo, have created Kiid Coffee, a unique beverage designed specifically for children. This episode delves into their entrepreneurial journey, highlighting Ethan’s inspiration behind the…

Early Childhood Education Experts Kate and Carrie Crack Us Up

John Kuder 2024-09-27 No Comments

When the episode starts with four people laughing and wiping tears from their eyes, you know it’s going to be a good one. Two first cousins who are both third-generation…

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