I remember the first time we met Jessica Horton, and after just a brief conversation with her, Andrea looked at me and said, "That girl is a go-getter!" It's been a few months since then, and Andrea was once again spot on. Jessica's resume is impeccable, impressive, and exciting. When's the last time you heard of someone's resume being exciting, right? You'll hear through this conversation that although she's young, Jessica has already lived an exciting life, full of fun and faith. That's where we really jive with her. Jessica shares a passion for family, community, and faith - just like we do. It's what grounds us and pushes us all at the same time.

In addition to having a spectacular owner and team, The Cottage is a gem on the Crystal Coast. Not just because it's the only oceanfront event venue in North Carolina, but because it delivers a breathtaking experience unlike any other. The facility is has a modern coastal design with local nostalgia sprinkled throughout. The ocean view is pure serenity, and The Cottage boasts one of the only auto-convertible decks in the country - perfect for all seasons. It can transform from a pergola to a weather-proof roof, spaciously open-air or fully enclosed and heated. It's a spectacular feature, perfect for giving your event date the confidence you need, rain or shine, cool or warm.

We're excited about having The Cottage in our local community, as it is a desired premium venue for global artists and a cozy retreat for locals to enjoy the world's top-tier talent. The team at The Cottage is intentional about giving back to our local community, and we couldn't be more happy to be in relationship with such a wonderful business, leader, and team.

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Enchanted Interiors really is a family affair (an Italian family affair!). Imagine a mom and two daughters running the business of their dreams together - that's exactly what Enchanted Interiors is, and you'll feel all the love and fun each of them bring to the table together. This conversation is flooded with food, laughs, and fun as we explore this new Crystal Coast business and the women who make it happen.

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This was such a fun (and funny) conversation. Jayme and Pauline are making a difference on the Crystal Coast and having fun doing it. In addition to the Crystal Coast Wellness and Performance Center, they also have Anytime Fitness and the Crystal Coast Cancer Rehab Center, which is their heartbeat.

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Have you ever met someone, and it just 'clicked'? That's how it was when I met Mykal. We chatted for over 30 minutes before I ever hit record, and then we chatted for 15 more minutes before the interview ever started, and then we chatted for another 30 minutes after the interview was over! It turns out that we both love the art of growing small businesses and share similar passions in that venture. You'll love Mykal too, and you'll also be craving some amazing froyo (frozen yogurt) from The Fuzzy Peach after listening to this episode.

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Want pretty much anything and everything to get done for you by someone else? Cleaning, groceries, vacation needs, car washing, pick up, drop off, or anything else? No problem, Phil, Jenn, and their team have you covered! They're great people, and you're gonna love them.

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Meet Grace. She's the most the famous person here on the Crystal Coast that no one knows. What does that mean? It means she has a massive social media following and is known around the world for her "wave art," yet you may not know who she is. But if you do, we know you love her! At the time of this recording, Grace is 19 years old. We have some of her art and have gifted lots of her pieces - they're always the best gifts we give. You are going to love meeting Grace, and trust us when we tell you that you'll want all of her art pieces. One more thing we need to mention that's near and dear to our heart... If you've ever seen a photo of Michael Jordan on TMZ, ESPN, or anywhere else online fishing here on the Crystal Coast at our Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, there's a very high chance you've seen Grace's photography work. Her photos are world famous, yet no one knows it. What are you waiting for? Stop reading this and listen to the episode or click the link below to visit her art store! And you're welcome in advance :)

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It's 2021, and it's the inaugural year of the Big Rock Kids Tournament. (If you don't know, it's a big game fishing tournament - think blue marlin, dolphin [mahi], wahoo, etc.) Carlee Sharpe is the director of the tournament, and she is young, positive, fun, and generous. You'll love getting to know her through this conversation.

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If you fish for big game, chances are you've heard of the Big Rock Tournament here on the Crystal Coast. Heck, if you've ever visited the Crystal Coast, you've heard of it too - probably while strolling the Morehead City Waterfront and seeing their fish scale at Big Rock Landing. What you might not know is that Big Rock is a nonprofit organization that supports an array of charities. You might also not be aware that the winnings of the tournament currently add up to over $3,000,000! This year, in addition to the 63rd Annual Big Rock Tournament and the Keli Wagner Lady Angler (KWLA) Tournament, they've added a 3rd tournament: The Big Rock Kids Tournament. Listen to this interesting conversation with Crystal Hesmer, the executive director of Big Rock, as we learn the ins and outs of what in the world the Big Rock actually is.

*Episode photo of Crystal Hesmer by Grace Bell Photography.

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Get ready to meet an adorable couple who are so fun to talk to - we talked for over an hour, and that's just the recorded part! This episode is one of our favorites. You don't know how much you need Andrew in your life until you hire him to detail your car/boat/etc. He's incredible, and you're welcome for this delicious audio. Special thanks to Crystal Coast Brewing for hosting this conversation.

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When it comes to physical therapy, we all get a little lost. Your knee may hurt, but the problem is in your hip, or maybe your ankle? And what about insurance coverage? In-network, out-of-network, cash only... It seems like you never know what you'll end up paying, or when! Lucky for us all, Dr. Dawson is a cutting edge physical therapist with a straightforward practice to cut through all of the confusion. This episode is full of helpful information. Enjoy!

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