Welcome to The McKinney Podcast, where we celebrate the people and happenings that make our city "Unique By Nature."

Our guests for this episode are Shoanette & Greg Harper, Founders of Sweet Licks Barkery.

The MCKPOD is presented by RiskWell and FredShots Photography and recorded at the RiskWell studio in McKinney. Your hosts are James Jenkins and Fred Mahusay.

Key Topics:

Growing up in Dallas and East Texas and meeting in Denton

Building careers in IT and oil and gas operations

Shoanette's rise to chief operations officer and earning an executive MBA from SMU

Adopting rescue dogs and the story behind Sweet Licks Barkery

Human-grade, freeze-dried treats made with whole food and superfood ingredients

Navigating early setbacks including a car accident, equipment issues, and COVID

Sourcing local and novelty proteins for dogs with allergies and sensitive stomachs

Greg pursuing canine and feline pet nutrition certification through Southern Illinois University

Hand-producing heart-shaped treats and selling at farmers markets

Future plans for a customizable pet meal line and dog-friendly storefront

Resources Mentioned:

https://www.slbarkery.com 

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