On this episode of the Advent Coworking Podcast, recorded in March 2020 prior to the COVID-19 stay-at-home order, host Erin Breeden is joined by Brian Orr. Entrepreneur, real estate investor, podcaster, and international DJ, Brian is a renaissance man with many talents and interests. His philosophy is "Earn Success Every Day." 

On this episode of the Advent Coworking Podcast, host Erin Breeden is joined by Haley Bohon. Haley is CEO and founder of Skillpop, a business that hosts in-person classes for participants to learn new skills. Listen as Haley discusses how she and her team shifted from in-person classes to online learning opportunities. 

On this episode of the Advent Coworking Podcast, host Erin Breeden is joined by Rachel Sutherland, founder of Rachel Sutherland Communications, a public relations & marketing agency that believes everyone has a story. Listen as Rachel discusses her business and clients and the impact COVID-19 has had on her professionally and personally. And when it comes to communications strategy, remember to watch your tone. 

Host Erin Breeden is joined by Stephanie Newman. No stranger to pivoting when it comes to her career, Stephanie is the owner of Crowned Sparrow Craft Co. Although her career began in the marketing and event planning space, Stephanie's true passion has always been crafting and creating unique items. With COVID-19 stay-in-place restrictions, Stephanie has had to pivot her business model. Instead of bringing her signature craft classes to breweries, offices or homes, Stephanie is now hosting classes via Zoom. Listen to how this pivot has helped her through this time, but also allowed for a new revenue stream moving forward.

As our nation and our world is affected by COVID-19, the Advent Coworking Podcast will be  switching up our format for the next few weeks. Our podcast will feature shorter episodes where small business owners affected by COVID-19 tell their stories. On this episode, host Erin Breeden goes from interviewer to storyteller as she tells how she leaned into fear, made a business mistake, and her thoughts about fear and strategy in a time of uncertainty.

On this episode of the Advent Coworking Podcast, we present our September 2019 edition of the formerly named Advent Coworking F*ck Up Night. Hear speakers Calla Hales, Marc Jacksina, and Greg Jackson discuss their personal and professional fuck ups and the lessons they learned. The theme of this event was advocates and fighters and that's exactly what the speakers are in their respective fields. The conversation was so good it needed two episodes to do it justice. Here is episode two.

On this episode of the Advent Coworking Podcast, we present the September 2019 edition of the formerly named Advent Coworking F*ck Up Night. Hear speakers Calla Hales, Marc Jacksina, and Greg Jackson discuss their personal and professional fuck ups and the lessons they learned. The theme of this event was advocates and fighters and that's exactly what the speakers are in their respective fields. The conversation was so good it needed two episodes to do it justice. Here is episode one.

Host Erin Breeden is joined in studio by Latesha Byrd the founder and CEO of Byrd Career Consulting. Latesha is on a mission to help millennial professionals turn their dreams into careers that will allow them to live life on their own terms. Listen as she discusses her journey, her tips for taking control of your career, and a special scoop on new programs and offerings for 2020 and beyond.

Host Erin Breeden is joined in studio by Craig Barbour, Owner and Chef of Roots Catering & Café. A third generation business owner, it was while he was in college studying mechanical engineering that Craig discovered his passion for cooking. From food truck owner to the owner of a catering company and a brick and mortar restaurant, listen as Craig discusses his journey, what it's like to own a business, and realistic budgeting for leases and expenses. 

Host Erin Breeden is joined in studio by Jenn Grabenstetter. Jenn is the vice president of Global Brand & Content Marketing at Sealed Air, a packaging company whose products protect your food and other day-to-day items (bubble wrap, anyone?). But, there's a lot more to Jenn then her title would suggest. In addition to her role at Sealed Air, Jenn is a performer and improv actor. Listen and learn how Jenn has taken improv from the stage to the boardroom.