Made In Mississippi

This week Casey interviews Laura Johns of The Small Town Creative. This name may sound familiar if you have listened to the podcast before. Laura has given some great advice on tackling social media and branding at the end of a lot of our episodes. We are excited to have Laura share her story.

On this episode of Made in Mississippi Casey talks with Alex Eaton who owns two restaurants in Jackson, Aplos Simple Mediterranean and The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen. They discuss the commitment and grit that it takes to maintain a business even after having a great start. Having recently gone through some tough times Alex talks about building a successful team and how it has helped his business thrive more than ever.

Doug and Susan are a husband and wife duo who have thrived as business owners in Mississippi. Their story in entrepreneurship starts with a $500 vacation to Jamaica and a simple wicker basket. Listen to their story of how their business has grown more than they could have dreamed and has stood the test of time, thriving in recession and times of plenty.

If you have ever driven around Jackson, MS you have probably already seen his name on someone's bumper, if not the back of your own car. Paul Moak Jr., Dealer Principal at Paul Moak Honda, has worked with his family to build and maintain the first Honda Dealership in Mississippi. In their conversation Casey and Paul discuss the history of his family's involvement in the car dealership world as well as how they have continued to overcome adversity in the midst of fire and floods. Literally, fires and floods.

Amy Head of Amy Head Cosmetics talks with Casey about her journey of becoming an entrepreneur. Amy discusses the unexpected joy found in being wrong and closing doors, as these experiences have helped point her in the direction of where she has found success. She started out studying medicine and quickly shifted to establishing herself as a consultant and practicer in the field of make-up and cosmetics, living out her mission to help her clients look as beautiful on the outside as they are on the inside.

On this episode of Made in Mississippi Casey meets with Jamie, Michael, and Jack of Wier Boerner Allin Architecture. From the Brandon Amphitheater to Mississippi State's Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, these talented partners are making a lasting impact on our state. 

On this episode, Casey talks with Scott Allen from A Plus Signs and Creative, Inc. about how he got his start as an entrepreneur here in Jackson. From public art to commercial success, Scott talks about balancing the intricacies of running a business with his own desire to continue to contribute creatively.

Casey takes time to thank sponsors and you, the viewers, for making this podcast possible while also sharing about plans for the future of Made in Mississippi. In addition, Casey interviews Amanda Wells from Wells & Co. about public relations.

This episode of Made in Mississippi comes from the City of Hattiesburg. Harry Crumpler Jr talks about continuing to thrive as a record store owner while the music industry becomes less and less friendly for hard-copy retailers. T-Bones perseveres as a full scale record store while simultaneously operating as a full-menu cafe. We know you'll be challenged and encouraged by this episode of Made In Mississippi!

In 1993 a couple from Chicago who fell in love with Mississippi's rich and diverse culture decided they would buy a small cafe in Jackson. Today, we know that cafe as Cups. Now they have 11 different locations across the state. On this episode, Janice Cameron, who owns Cups with her husband, talks about using her love for art, coffee, music, and community as a catalyst for building a thriving local business here in Mississippi.