Atlanta Born & Brand

The College Football Hall of Fame was established in 1951 and officially made the move to Atlanta in 2014. Whether it’s taking the kids out for the day, entertaining friends in town or even date night -- there’s over 50 interactive and educational exhibits for everyone. The Hall also hosts the College Football awards, dozens of media days, and more! 

Listen in as we chat today with College Football Hall of Fame CEO, Kimberly Beaudin, to talk more about the unique experience they’re creating for fans and how we can help as they bounce back from the pandemic shutdown.

Be sure to check out the College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta! For more information or to purchase tickets go to cfbhall.com.

In this episode, we’re sitting down with Jonathan Baker, co-founder of Monday Night Brewing. Monday Night is a local Atlanta brewery, which started back in 2006 when a couple of friends got together and decided to give homebrewing a try. Today in 2021, they’ve got multiple locations in the ATL, as well as Nashville and Birmingham. Stick around to hear us chat about where the Monday Night name and logo originated and how the Atlanta community rallied around yet another well loved business when they were down during the pandemic.

If you’re local to Atlanta be sure to check out the Monday Night locations in West Midtown and the historic West End. Or buy their beer in the grocery store! It’s seriously good. https://mondaynightbrewing.com/

Today, we’re sitting down with co-owner of Chattahoochee Food Works, Robert Montwaid. Chattahoochee Food Works is a brand new 31-vendor, 25,000 square-foot foodhall featured at the center of The Works, one of Atlanta’s newest mixed-use developments on the Upper Westside. 

Opening a new business at any time is difficult, let alone in the middle of a pandemic. Robert talks us through those challenges and what it is he loves about the food culture in Atlanta.

Be sure to stop by Chattahoochee Food Works over on the Westside. A great spot for lunch with friends or dinner with the family, there’s something for everyone!

We’re sitting down today with Blake Canterbury, co-founder and CEO of Purposity. Purposity is an app, using the power of technology to connect those in need with people who want to help others, but aren’t quite sure how or where to start. 

Purposity works with nonprofits and local schools to identify specific needs and facilitate help from those in the community. Blake talks with us today about how Purposity got started and their plans to expand and continue meeting needs, not just in Atlanta but all around the US.

Download Purposity today on the App Store or Google Play and start living on purpose today!

Today we’re sitting down with Kitti Murray, founder and CEO, of Refuge Coffee Co. Refuge Coffee opened up in Clarkston, GA back in 2014. Clarkston is located just outside Atlanta and is well known for its diverse and vibrant refugee community. 

Refuge’s goal is to provide employment, mentorship, job training, and a livable wage to refugees who have resettled in Georgia. Listen as we talk with Kitti about Refuge Coffee’s inception, purpose and how they hope to continue growing and empowering their community.

Visit Refuge Coffee Co. at their Clarkston or Sweet Auburn locations!

Little introduction is needed for our guests this week… unless maybe you’re new to Atlanta or have been living under a rock. In 2007, twin brothers Jonathan and Justin Fox opened their first barbecue joint. 

Fourteen years later, Fox Brothers BBQ and their Dekalb Ave location have become Atlanta staples. Today we talk with Jonathan and Justin about how this thing got started, creating their unique spin on Texas-style barbecue and opening a second location mid-pandemic.

Check out the new Fox Bros. location at the Works off Chattahoochee Ave! You can find some of your favorites and a few new items only available at the new location.

Today, we’re talking with Shawn Whitman, VP of Membership and Guest Experience at Zoo Atlanta. For over a century the zoo has been a mainstay in the city, but just like everyone else they faced massive challenges dealing with the CoVid-19 pandemic. Shawn tells us more on this episode of Atlanta Born and Brand.

For more information or to buy tickets to the zoo, head to zooatlanta.org.

Today we're catching up with ABB alumni, Kevin Cregan. Kevin is the founder of Atlanta Sport & Social Club, an organization that aims to connect adults in Atlanta through sports leagues and other social events. We first talked with Kevin back in February of 2020, just before our worlds were turned upside down. Tune in to hear how ASSC navigated COVID-19 and how they plan to continue finding ways to connect people and foster community in the city.

Check out the ASSC website www.atlantasportandsocialclub.com or follow them on social media @atlantassc.

Today, we’re catching up with Jesse Grossman and Jacey Lucus from Community Bucket. We first spoke back in October of 2020, while the team was still in the thick of navigating COVID-19. Now as the world begins to open up Community Bucket is ready to continue making an impact and serving the communities they’re in!

To keep up with the latest from the Community Bucket team and “Make An Impact Where You Live” head to communitybucket.com. Make sure to also give them a follow on social media @communitybucket.

Atlanta Born and Brand is a show all about businesses built right here in the capital of the South. But more importantly, it’s a show about their founders. We wanted to find some of the city’s most interesting entrepreneurs and creators, hear about their challenges, successes and how they built a brand that will last.

Today on the show, we’re catching up with Atlanta Born & Brand Alumni, Joel Byars. We’ve had our pal, Joel, on the show a few times now and know we’re always guaranteed a laugh. Tune in as we talk about life as a comedian during a pandemic and how Joel has pivoted during a time without live performances.

Follow Joel on Instagram @joelbyarscomedy or @hotbreathpod.