In Episode 64 of the Get ’N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores sits down with Leslee Smith, founder of The Yoga Barre Camden. Leslee shares her journey from Central Florida to Camden County, where she raised her family, worked at the hospital, and eventually followed her passion for fitness into becoming a yoga instructor.

What started with a little nudge from a friend turned into a seven-year career teaching yoga and fitness—and now, the opening of her very own studio. Leslee discusses the wide variety of classes offered at The Yoga Barre, including yoga, barre, mat Pilates, barbell strength training, and hot yoga. She highlights the welcoming atmosphere of her new space, the community support that has fueled its growth, and the physical and mental benefits of practicing yoga and barre.

Show notes

The Yoga Barre Camden

Leslee Smith

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/the-yoga-barre-camden

Tel: 407-766-7232

Email: [email protected]

In this episode, host Alison Shores sits down with Caralee Bennett and Heather Newlin from Coastal Hospice of Georgia, a newly established hospice agency dedicated to serving Southeast Georgia. Caralee and Heather share their mission of providing expert, compassionate care for individuals and families facing terminal illness. They discuss how Coastal Hospice works alongside patients’ physicians and care teams to ensure comfort, dignity, and support during one of life’s most challenging times. Listeners will gain insight into the importance of hospice care, the services offered, and how their approach helps families maximize quality time in the comfort of home surrounded by loved ones.

Shownotes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/coastal-hospice

Caralee Bennett

Heather Newlin

[email protected]

https://coastalhospice.com

912-567-6626

In this episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores sits down with Keely and Victoria from the Kings Bay Subbase FRG (Family Readiness Group) for the Alaska Blue Boat. They explain how each submarine at Kings Bay has its own FRG—small but mighty groups dedicated to supporting spouses and families through the ups and downs of deployment life. These volunteer-led teams plan meetings, organize social activities, and host fundraisers that make it possible to bring families together for moments of fun and connection. Beyond event planning, FRGs also serve as a bridge for community engagement, helping spouses navigate unfamiliar areas when they’re newly stationed and providing a reliable network of support.

Full Shownotes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/family-readiness-group

Contact

https://ffr.cnic.navy.mil/

CNIC HQ Contact Information

Headquarters

Commander, Navy Installations Command
716 Sicard Street SE
Suite 100
Washington DC 20374-5140
Public Affairs: [email protected]

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🎙 Episode Summary
In this episode of the Get ’N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores sits down with the dynamic duo, Sarah Wood and Sally Bulavko of the newly rebranded Century 21 Crest Realty (formerly Crest Realty). Sarah, recently nominated as Georgia Association Realtor of the Year and currently the Camden County Association Realtor of the Year, shares insights on their deep roots in the local community. From hosting silent discos to assisting on the Camden Chamber military tour, Sarah and Sally prove that their passion extends far beyond real estate.

Full Show Notes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/century-21-crest-realty

Century 21 Crest Realty

c21crestrealty.com

912-882-7378

2512 Osborne Rd. St. Marys GA 31558

🎙️ Get 'N Your Business Podcast: Camden County Schools – A New Year of Growth and Change
Episode Summary:
In this enlightening episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores sits down with key leadership from Camden County Schools to talk all things education as the 2025 school year kicks off. Superintendent Dr. Tracolya Green is joined by Dr. Steve Loden (Assistant Superintendent of Operations & Safety), Dr. Valarie Whitehead, Teaching & Learning for Camden County schools, and Chief of Staff Camden County Schools Dr. Angela McManigal all deep dive into the district’s priorities, improvements, and partnerships.

Dr. Green addresses the recent district-wide transition from PowerSchool to Infinite Campus following a PowerSchool data breach, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities that come with implementing a more secure and efficient student information system. Dr. Loden walks us through how the district has optimized bus routes to improve efficiency and safety. Dr. Whitehead shares strategies and support systems in place to help parents and students navigate Infinite Campus successfully.

Full Show Notes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/camden-georgia-schools

Camden County Schools

311 South East Street, Kingsland, Georgia GA 31548

Phone 912-729-5687

www.camden.k12.ga.us

🎙️Get 'N Your Business Podcast — Episode Summary
Guest(s): Jose Marquez, Joel, and special guest Jaime Foddrell from Sysco
Business Spotlight:Mi Casa Restaurant

In this flavorful episode of Get 'N Your Business, host Alison Shores sits down with Jose Marquez and Joel from Mi Casa Restaurant, joined by special guest Jaime Foddrell from Sysco, to explore the success story behind one of Camden County’s favorite Mexican eateries.

Jose shares how Mi Casa was founded in 2012 with co-founder Jerry Villicana, built on their shared vision of authentic Mexican cuisine and an unbeatable guest experience. Listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at the restaurant’s journey—from humble beginnings to becoming a beloved community staple.

Full Shownotes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/mi-casa-restaurant

In this episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores sits down with Dr. Hannah Johnson and Apryl Franklin, Director of Operations and Marketing for From the Ground Up Therapy & Wellness. Located in the heart of St. Marys, GA, this expansive 10,000 sq ft wellness center is changing the way the community approaches self-care and healing.

Dr. Johnson shares her passion for creating a space that goes beyond traditional wellness, where clients can experience a full range of services—from massage therapy and IV hydration to cold plunges and float tank therapy. Apryl Franklin provides insight into the daily operations, community engagement, and how their movement studio is helping people reconnect with their bodies through yoga, dance, and strength classes.

Full Shownotes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/from-the-ground-up-therapy-and-wellness

Dr. Hannah Johnson

2322 Osborne Rd. Marys GA 31558,US

912-344-9644

https://wellnessfromthegroundup.com

[email protected]

Guest: Kimberly Cardounel, Organizer of the Seafarers Memorial Ride
Host: Alison Shores
Topic: Honoring the Lost & Uniting the Community

In this heartfelt episode, Alison Shores sits down with Kimberly Cardounel, the driving force behind the upcoming Seafarers Memorial Ride happening on Saturday, July 12 at 10:00 AM in St. Marys, Georgia. Kimberly shares the emotional story behind the memorial ride, which honors Dalton Conway, Caleb Wilkinson, and Tyler Barlow—three local fishermen lost at sea in 2023—as well as all others in the community who have perished at sea.

Kimberly opens up about the powerful journey that led to the ride, reflecting on the overwhelming support she received from small business owners and everyday people—many of whom she had never met. Their help during the Bring Our BoysHome search, the largest privately funded search of its kind, became the backbone of this mission.

The ride will begin at the Seafarers Memorial site in St. Marys and end at the VFW in Kingsland, with all proceeds going toward building the permanent memorial.

Full Show Notes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/seafarers-memorial-ride

Donate : https://www.camdenconnection.org/camden-seafarers-memorial-project.php

In this heartwarming and informative episode, host Alison Shores welcomes Marcia Whitfield, founder of Camden Special Steps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving adults with exceptional needs in Camden County. Marcia shares the inspiring journey of Special Steps, which started over a decade ago as a simple walking club at the Camden County High School track. In the early days, the program began with just two participants, offering them an opportunity to stay active, socialize, and feel included in our community.

Full Shownotes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/camden-special-steps

Leon Washington Life Center

https://embcministries.com/site/

Evergreen Baptist Church

Camden County PSA

https://www.camdencountypsa.info/

In this episode, host Alison Shores sits down with Jaden Lavasseur, owner of The Bloom Bar. This build-your-own-bouquet experience originated in a vintage 1967 Ford F-100 floral truck and has since evolved into a charming brick-and-mortar shop and event space in downtown Kingsland, Georgia. Jaden shares her journey from being a schoolteacher to launching a mobile floral business that brings creativity, color, and affordability to Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida.

Full Show Notes

https://camdenchamber.com/getnyour-bis/the-bloom-bar

The Bloom Bar

110 W King Ave, Kingsland, GA

Jaden Lavasseur

904-402-5252

thebloombartruck.com