Elisa Munoz, Executive Director of New Orleans Food Policy Action Council, is on the podcast this week to dive into the world of nonprofits! Elisa has been working in the nonprofit space for over a decade and breaks down the difference in nonprofit organizations versus for profit businesses, including misconceptions, funding, and the nonprofit industrial complex. Elisa and Carrie then get into what you should consider if you don't know whether to start a nonprofit or a for profit business. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com.  

Mentioned in this episode: 

New Orleans Food Policy Action Council 

Kellogg Fellowship

AmeriCorps 

What is a foundation?

Ford Foundation

United Way 

The Investment vs Granting Gap in Philanthropy 

https://acceleratecharitablegiving.org/

Bici Coop

B Corporations

Monsanto 

https://nonprofitaf.com/

www.nolafoodpolicy.org 

[email protected] 

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram 

CarrieRollwagen.com 

Carrie is back this week with a solo episode inspired by her recent travels. We know where and how to shop local when we’re at home, but it can be a completely different ball game when we’re traveling. Carrie breaks down her best tips for finding great local food and drink, how to sort through reviews, and how to avoid getting hangry on vacation. She also reminds us that we don’t have to be perfect — shopping local-ish is great, too!  Carrie then drops some great recommendations for anyone in or traveling to Vancouver, WA! Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

@CRollwagen on Instagram 

Behind the Scenes at the Localist: Meet the Team

Southern Living 

Kafiex

Relevant Coffee

Compass Coffee 

The Great North 

Syrup Trap 

K & M Drive-In 

Parking Kitty 

Duck Tales Kitchen 

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram 

This week, we’re taking you behind the scenes and introducing our team members! Alana, outreach manager, is the newest addition with a passion for plants and a history in retail. Brad, sound engineer from the beginning, is a musician and general local music culture enthusiast. Michelle, show runner from the start, is a book lover and stickler for finding links. And Beka, production assistant, is another incredibly helpful newer addition with a tech background. They all share their favorite episodes and local shops, and why shopping local is important to them. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

ThinkLocalist.com

@AlanaHarmond on Instagram 

Morgan Johnson’s first episode on the Localist Podcast Morgan Johnston's second episode on the Localist Podcast

Club Duquette 

Botanica 

Caitlin Hastings of Botanica on the Localist Podcast 

Brad Davis on Instagram

Infomedia 

Seasick Records 

Bandcamp 

Burrito Punx on the Localist Podcast 

Wess Gregg from Sanctum Comics & Tattoos on the Localist Podcast

Michelle Phillips on Instagram

Michelle’s first episode on the Localist Podcast Michelle’s second episode on the Localist Podcast 

Michelle’s third episode on the Localist Podcast 

O’Henry’s Coffee 

Greenhouse Bham 

Church Street Coffee and Books 

Little Professor 

The Localist’s Christmas Episode 1

The Localist’s Christmas Episode 2

The Localist’s Christmas Episode 3

The Localist’s Christmas Episode 4 

Curtis Bridges on the Localist Podcast

Working with Family Members: When It Works, Why It’s Tricky, and How to Protect Your Business and Your Relationship (Featuring Susan Rollwagen of Pepperbox Solutions)

Come Back Strong: How to Rejoin the Work Force with a Solid Resume after Maternity, Sabbatical, Extended Leave or Side Hustles with Susan Rollwagen

How to Lead a Team During Quarantine: Susan Rollwagen on Managing Remotely in a Time of Uncertainty and Stress

Care for Your Staff (and They’ll Help You Profit) with Susan Rollwagen

Diversity at Work: What Can a Small Business Do? with Susan Rollwagen 

Mary Claire of Greenhouse on the Localist Podcast 

Michael Kierspe on the Localist Podcast 

Beka Harmon on Instagram 

ThinkLocalist.com

Thirsty Monk Brewery 

French Broad Chocolate Lounge 

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram 

Emily Wells, brand identity designer and consultant, joins the podcast this week to dive into intentional branding. Emily knows through years of experience that cohesiveness in branding makes a business owner’s life so much easier. She breaks down her methods for finding your niche, clarifying your goals, and honing your brand to reach your desired client. Emily also describes how she got started, and the benefits she saw when she refined her own brand and turned down clients that didn’t align. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Emily Wells Design 

Mallory Webb of Daughters Baking on the Localist podcast

Jessica Hinton of Empress Stationery on the Localist podcast 

Empress Stationery

Daughters Baking 

Canva

PrintsWell

Emily’s Brand Reserves

Emily’s Collateral Catalogue 

WordCamp 

[email protected]

@EmilyWellsDesign on Instagram

Emily Wells Design on Pinterest    

ThinkLocalist.com

@EmilyWellsDesign on Instagram 

Caitlin Hastings, owner of Botanica Houseplant Shop, is on the podcast this week to dive into the business of houseplants! During the pandemic, the houseplant business boomed for Caitlin, leading her to open two additional locations. Caitlin and Carrie get into how Botanica started as a pop up and consulting business, what her goals were with opening a store, and how that has evolved over the years. Caitlin also describes her social media strategy, her genius method for hiring, and how she networks to promote the business. Full show notes at Localist Podcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Botanica 

Botanica on Instagram 

Botanica Huntsville on Instagram 

Botanica Chattanooga on Instagram 

”Unsleeving” a new plant

Church Street Coffee and Books 

The Sill

Bloomscape 

Shopify 

Bham Now 

REV Birmingham

Interior Design with Courtenay Rollwagen on the Localist podcast

Good People Brewing Company 

Frothy Monkey Birmingham 

Bocca Ristorante

Cayo Coco 

Magic City Nutrition 

ThinkLocalist.com

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram

Carrie is back this week with a solo episode diving into business books! And don’t let that scare you if you’re not a huge book person; Carrie takes that into account and gives practical tips even if you don’t want to sit down and read a book cover to cover! Carrie tells us how to actually find relevant business books, how to vet books, and how not to get swept away by an idea. It can be super helpful to take notes, and Carrie breaks down her system for that. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

ThinkLocalist.com

@ThinkLocalist on InstagramWorking with Family Members: When It Works, Why It’s Tricky, and How to Protect Your Business and Your Relationship (Featuring Susan Rollwagen of Pepperbox Solutions)Come Back Strong: How to Rejoin the Work Force with a Solid Resume after Maternity, Sabbatical, Extended Leave or Side Hustles with Susan RollwagenHow to Lead a Team During Quarantine: Susan Rollwagen on Managing Remotely in a Time of Uncertainly and StressCare for Your Staff (and They’ll Help You Profit) with Susan RollwagenDiversity at Work: What Can a Small Business Do? with Susan Rollwagen

Building a Storybrand

Marketing Made Simple 

What is a Nurture Campaign? 

Malcolm Gladwell

The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell 

The Tim Ferriss Show  

Craig Hurst of GearBox on the Localist podcast

The Lean Startup by Eric Ries 

Buy a copy of The Localist Book

Emmet O’Neal Library 

Libro.fm

Moleskines

Bullet Journal

The Great Game of Business 

Infomedia

Soapy Jones, founder of Left Hand Soap Company, is on the Localist this week to dive into the world of natural, locally crafted soap and self care products. Soapy (yes, that’s her real legal name!) began making soap for gifts as a poor college grad, and it quickly turned into a business. Soapy describes moving the business during a pandemic, and how their product focus has shifted in the last year and a half. After 20+ years in the business, Soapy tells us how she stays interested, as well as how she deals with copycats. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Left Hand Soap CompanyLeft Hand Soap on Instagram

Pepper Place

Yellowhammer Creative 

Square One Goods Co. 

Birmingham Museum of Art 

Alphabetizing with Burrito Punx on the Localist podcast

Filter Coffee Parlor

Church Street Coffee and Books 

Red Bike Coffee

Handcrafted Soap & Cosmetics Guild

Goats Milk, Oats, and Honey soap (dry skin)

Cucumber Lemon soap (dry skin) 

Rosemary Detox soap (oily skin) 

Soap Making 101

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram 

Buy Us a Coffee! 

CarrieRollwagen.com

Matt Seward and Tim Frazier join the podcast this week to give us the punk rock details behind the creation of Burrito Punx, the burrito delivery company in Birmingham. Burrito Punx was a product of the pandemic — it started out as an underground operation out of Matt’s kitchen, but they both knew they wanted to make it legit. We find out how they brought the business above ground, why most of their burritos are vegan, and what their future plans are post-pandemic. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Burrito Punx 

@BurritoPunx on Instagram

Birmingham Classic Cuts 

Saturn Birmingham

Brian Teasley of Saturn on the Localist podcast

Red Bike Coffee 

Church Street Coffee and Books 

Worrell Poole CPA

Fugazi

Bottletree

TVP

Bandito Burrito Co

Seasick Records

Black Flag 

Jackie Lo 

Harvest Roots 

Wess Gregg from Sanctum Tattoos & Comics on the Localist podcast 

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram    

Buy Us a Coffee! 

CarrieRollwagen.com

This week we’re joined by Steph Whitaker, owner and creator of Engaged Wedding Library. Steph knew from personal experience how overwhelming wedding planning can be and set out to make it easier for other brides. Steph and Carrie get into how Engaged works, how Steph came up with this model, and how it has evolved over the years. Steph describes how they’ve fared the last year and a half, how she avoids burnout for herself and her team, and what you can expect working with Engaged. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Engaged Wedding Library 

Engaged Wedding Library on Instagram

Diamonds Direct 

Perfect Wedding Guide Magazine

The Bridal Bar 

Meghan Gray Photography

Carrie’s Wedding blog 

Engaged Collective Bridal Event 

Taco Mama

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram   

Buy Us a Coffee! 

CarrieRollwagen.com 

If you go into business for yourself, you probably know it will impact your relationships in some way, but you may not know exactly what to anticipate. Carrie breaks down what you might expect from friends, family, random people you meet at a party, and everyone in between. As a former small business owner, Carrie shares advice and lessons she learned, like how to handle friends and family who don’t “get it,” how to deal with inevitable change in some of your relationships, and why not to hire your friends. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Buy Us a Coffee! 

@ThinkLocalist on Instagram  

Jessica Hinton of Empress Stationery on the Localist podcast 

Empress Stationery Mini Episode 

Church Street Coffee and Books 

Cary Norton

Stephanie Masters

David O’Gwynn on the Localist podcast 

Jimmy Truong of June Roasters on the Localist podcast 

Susan Rollwagen on Working with Family on the Localist Podcast

Infomedia 

Mary Claire Britton of Greenhouse on the Localist podcast 

Paramount 

Trattoria Zaza 

Kaitlyn and Alan Slattery of Dreamers Supply on the Localist podcast

CarrieRollwagen.com

[email protected]