Virtual Coffee

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Virtual Coffee episodes

  • Martica Wakeman & Miles Pepper, Co-Founders of Sanikind - bringing hand sanitizer to people around the world through a sustainable, unique product made with clean ingredients

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of speaking with the Founders & Owners of Sanikind, Miles Pepper and Martica Wakeman. They created a convenient and reusable hand sanitizer dispenser, and they also sell their own sanitizer that’s made with clean ingredients. Sanikind actively helps reduce single-use plastic around the world, and they have helped thousands of people around the world obtain hand sanitizer during the pandemic. This episode is jam-packed with advice for other small business owners and founders of startups. Miles and Martica dive into their individual and shared journeys, and they are giving YOU 20% off your first purchase with the code COFFEE20. Head over to their website to claim this awesome deal: https://sanikind.com/. Happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    43 min
  • Crystal Harris, Founder & Owner of Mama‘s Salsa - pursuing your true passion as a mother, running a small business as a family, and getting inspiration from a soy bean field

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Crystal Harris, Founder and Owner of Mama’s Salsa. Crystal and her family (husband and three kids) sell their homemade salsa and chips that are all made with natural ingredients and no added sugar. You can purchase Mama’s Salsa locally here in the Raleigh area at various markets and shops. On this episode, Crystal dives into how she finally pursued her passion after having three kids and how she turned her small business into a family passion. Be sure to check out Mama's Salsa, and happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    25 min
  • Kara Leake, Founder & Owner of Dyeraid - helping to solve sustainable supply chain issues through naturally dyed accessories and other products

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Kara Leake, Founder & Owner of Dyeraid. They sell products which include women’s accessories that are naturally dyed with no toxins or chemicals. Kara has a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Entrepreneurship, and she founded Dyeraid from her passion to solve sustainable supply chain issues. On this episode, we discussed the journey to her business, her advice to others, hustle culture, and other fun topics. Checkout Dyeraid at https://www.dyeraid.com/, and happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    38 min
  • Mitch Orkis, Co-Founder of Cake - a modernized sexual wellness brand helping all people have more fun in the bedroom

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Mitch Orkis, Co-Founder of Cake. Cake is a wellness brand for the bedroom, and their goal is to help people have more fun sex. Their products are made with premium and natural ingredients, and their entire brand is modernizing the sex wellness industry. On this episode, Mitch dives into the story behind Cake and gives unique advise for other business owners. This is an amazing, fun episode, so happy listening!

    Cake is giving YOU a 30% discount if you use the code "virtual coffee" at checkout. https://hellocake.com/

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    47 min
  • Celebrating one year of Virtual Coffee and 3000+ downloads!

    On this celebratory 52nd episode of Virtual Coffee, we celebrate one year of the podcast! Thank you to everyone who listens weekly, just started listening, or has listened to a specific episode. Because of you, we get to promote and support small business owners and their passions. On this episode, I also (finally!) officially introduced myself and discussed what I've learned this past year and my future goals for the podcast. Happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    10 min
  • Alejandro Contreras, Owner & Chef at Tepuy Doughnuts - creating a unique donut recipe while traveling the world and launching his own business in Raleigh, NC

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Alejandro Contreras, Owner and Chef at Tepuy Doughnuts. Alejandro hand makes all of his donuts, and he has flavors such as PB&J, glazed, and lemon poppy seed donuts. He moved to America from abroad and is rapidly growing his business. I hope you’ll check him out if you’re in the Raleigh, North Carolina area - happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    20 min
  • Kirsten Fuchs, Founder & Owner of Baked Pie Company - how to change your career journey in your 50s and pursue your passions at any age!

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Kirsten Fuchs, the Founder and Owner of Baked Pie Company. Baked Pie Company has two locations in Asheville, North Carolina, and they sell delicious homemade pies and drinks. Kirsten also owns a cafe in Asheville, P B & Jay’s Café. On her episode, Kirsten and I spoke about how she founded her three businesses in her 50's, and she gives powerful advice to other small business owners. Kirsten's story is very inspiring, and be sure to check out Baked Pie Company at https://www.bakedpiecompany.com/. Happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    39 min
  • Bri Makaric, Founder & Owner of BRITE Bites - starting a small business full-time after graduating college and providing you with probiotic, high-quality, healthy bars

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Bri Makaric, Founder and Owner of BRITE Bites. They sell three flavors of bites which are made with high-quality superfoods and packed with probiotics. Bri graduated from Michigan State University in 2020 and has already had great success with her business. On her episode we dive into how she was able to take her business full-time and what she has learned so far along her journey. You can learn more about BRITE Bites at https://brite-bites.com/. Happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    34 min
  • Nicole Howell, Owner of 3 Pups Bakery - turning a hobby of baking homemade, gourmet dog treats into a thriving business

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Nicole Howell, the Founder and Owner of 3 Pups Bakery. Nicole owns 3 Pups Bakery with her husband, and they sell homemade, gourmet dog treats. Their treats are so adorable, and my own dogs had the pleasure of trying them - they loved them of course! In this episode, we dove into Nicole’s journey, advice, and the ins and outs of her business. Check out 3 Pups Bakery at https://www.3pupsbakery.com/. Happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    37 min
  • Ashley Seahorn, Founder of Bangle & Babe - handcrafting a solution for an everyday challenge and turning it into a successful business

    On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Ashley Seahorn, Founder & Owner of Bangle & Babe. When Ashley became a mother she quickly realized how many things she had to hold and juggle, and this is where the idea for Bangle and Babe was born! They sell flexible, easy to clean, comfortable, and stylish key rings that will help anyone on the go. On her episode, we dove into her advice for other small business owners, her journey to founding her business, and how she balances it all. Check out Bangle & Babe at https://bangleandbabe.com/. Happy listening!

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    Music: Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod

    Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance

    License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    32 min

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