Episode Description:

Big news—after more than a decade running Spilt Milk, we’ve sold the bakery. In this special two-part series, I’m joined by my sister and co-founder Molly to talk about the journey that led us to this huge decision. This first part dives into the why behind our decision, how the idea came about, and what the early steps looked like.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to sell a business—or if you’ve thought about your own “what’s next?”—you’ll want to listen in.

Key Takeaways:

• Why we decided to sell Spilt Milk—even after our most profitable year ever
• What personal and professional shifts made this the right time
• How we got from “maybe someday” to “let’s do it”
• What we looked for in a buyer (and why it felt so personal)
• The mindset shifts that came with such a major transition

We’re breaking this story into two episodes, so be sure to tune in to Part 2 for more details about the business sale - including how we transitioned the business to the new owners, and what's next for Bakery Business Academy!

Resources Mentioned

• Our amazing bookkeeper, Daliah Fritz, recorded an episode with us on Kitchen Notes! Be sure to listen in for more tips from Daliah about how to manage your business finances ➡️ Listen Here
• Looking for personalized, 1-on-1 support launching & scaling your bakery business? Read more about private coaching on the Bakery Business Academy website, ➡️ Linked Here