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In this episode of Heart + Head Work, we sit down with Sarah Duke and Britney Beardmore—the powerhouse sister-in-law duo behind Acrely Farms, a Bloom to Bottle Hemp farm redefining what it means to build a mission-driven business from the ground up.
With backgrounds in agriculture and medical research, Sarah and Brit left corporate careers to create a farm rooted in humane, sustainable practices—and have since self-funded their hemp and botanical skincare line to over $2 million in lifetime sales.
They open up about the unfiltered realities of entrepreneurship: what it’s like to borrow from a spouse, live on savings, and keep believing when the numbers don’t make sense. From money mindset shifts to redefining success, this conversation is real, funny, and surprisingly healing.
Together, we unpack
- How Acrely grew from one acre to a $2M self-funded brand
- The emotional dynamics of borrowing from a spouse
- Why “success” isn’t profit—it’s partnership, perseverance, and purpose
- How identity and self-worth can’t be tied to revenue
- Practical tools for managing cash flow and creative funding (yes, even 0% APR credit cards)
This episode is honest, reflective, and deeply human—an inside look at what it really takes to bet on yourself, stay in partnership, and keep building when the easy road isn’t an option.
Resources Mentioned
- Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program: 10ksbapply.com
- MBC Program (University of Utah) — Masters of Business Creation
Where to find Acrely:
- Acrely Farms: acrelyfarms.com
- Follow: @acrelyfarms
Disclaimer:
This conversation reflects personal experiences and perspectives, not financial advice. Every business is unique, and financial decisions carry risk. We strongly encourage you to consult a qualified financial advisor, accountant, or legal professional before making decisions about funding, debt, or investment for your business.
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✨ And if this episode moved you, sharing it with a friend helps more women find us.
More at → mavenslc.com
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By MAVEN Founders (Tessa Arneson & Rocky Donati)In this episode of Heart + Head Work, we sit down with Sarah Duke and Britney Beardmore—the powerhouse sister-in-law duo behind Acrely Farms, a Bloom to Bottle Hemp farm redefining what it means to build a mission-driven business from the ground up.
With backgrounds in agriculture and medical research, Sarah and Brit left corporate careers to create a farm rooted in humane, sustainable practices—and have since self-funded their hemp and botanical skincare line to over $2 million in lifetime sales.
They open up about the unfiltered realities of entrepreneurship: what it’s like to borrow from a spouse, live on savings, and keep believing when the numbers don’t make sense. From money mindset shifts to redefining success, this conversation is real, funny, and surprisingly healing.
Together, we unpack
- How Acrely grew from one acre to a $2M self-funded brand
- The emotional dynamics of borrowing from a spouse
- Why “success” isn’t profit—it’s partnership, perseverance, and purpose
- How identity and self-worth can’t be tied to revenue
- Practical tools for managing cash flow and creative funding (yes, even 0% APR credit cards)
This episode is honest, reflective, and deeply human—an inside look at what it really takes to bet on yourself, stay in partnership, and keep building when the easy road isn’t an option.
Resources Mentioned
- Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program: 10ksbapply.com
- MBC Program (University of Utah) — Masters of Business Creation
Where to find Acrely:
- Acrely Farms: acrelyfarms.com
- Follow: @acrelyfarms
Disclaimer:
This conversation reflects personal experiences and perspectives, not financial advice. Every business is unique, and financial decisions carry risk. We strongly encourage you to consult a qualified financial advisor, accountant, or legal professional before making decisions about funding, debt, or investment for your business.
Connect with us!
💬 Join the conversation in our private network on BFF
https://links.geneva.com/invite/af6ecd07-9070-43b7-9629-7aaa166aa131
📲 Follow us on Instagram
instagram.com/maven.community
✨ And if this episode moved you, sharing it with a friend helps more women find us.
More at → mavenslc.com