Virtual Coffee all Episodes with AI Transcript

Business

Alexa Colyer

The Small Biz Podcast! Virtual Coffee is dedicated to showcasing accomplished and innovative small business owners and accelerating YOU! Hosted by Alexa Colyer, Virtual Coffee shares interviews with small business owners and early career professionals. Alexa and guests discuss their journeys, perspectives, and advice to others. Alexa also does solo episodes, during which she shares frameworks, advice, and perspectives to accelerate you in your work and life.

Sarah Nye, Owner of Cozy and Kind Home - crafting home decor items from repurposed materials & giving back to foster care support

Eden Estabrook, author of Arnie the Armadillo - 1-year recap & details on her SECOND children's book release!

I completed my 2024 reading challenge!! + other September updates

Amy & Jana Burkhardt from Unwined On White - an upscale wine lounge and yoga studio in Wake Forest, North Carolina

Molly Goldston, Owner of Saving Grace - creating a safe, loving environment for dogs until they find their forever homes + advice for running a non-profit & how to support your local animal shelter

Sarah Spliethoff, Founder & Owner of Sunniemade - how she took her business from making products in her kitchen to being top-rated at Urban Outfitters!

Welcome to SEASON 2!! + plans for the podcast & life updates

Reed Sandridge, Owner of Second Story Cards - working with the homeless to create greeting cards and give back to the community

Joel Tesch, the Artist behind Art By Joel - a perspective on how to properly run the operations of your business while staying true to your passion

Erika Gomez, Owner of Nutty for Bread - baking, selling, and shipping sweet breads and treats across the nation!

Maria Wagoner, Owner of The Boho Vase - creating dried floral arrangements and opening a storefront!

Eden Estabrook, Author of ”Arnie the Armadillo Goes to Antartica” - becoming a self-published author and diving into the world of children’s literature

Ashley Gibson Dorsey, Founder of Main Squeeze Food Truck - running a successful local food business and staying true to your mission

Jackie Harsh, Owner of Bomborama PART 2 - how to grow your business + tips and tricks for succeeding in wholesale!

Kati Singley, Owner of CupKate’s PART 2 - diving into her journey of opening a storefront in Delaware and sharing advice on how to navigate a BOOMING business!

Dee Daniel, Owner of Dee’s Burnt Trees - burning wood to create unique, beautiful, colorful pieces of art and turning her craft into a successful business

Sydney Poll, Founder of SYDPLAYEAT - promoting education in the health and food industries and going after a dream

Ally Raven, Founder of My Organized Ally - how she followed her passions to launch a business that supports her personal values & brings joy to others

Virtual MATCHA with Samm Coffin, Owner of Matcha Nude - the benefits of matcha, intentional community building, and the journey to a multi-million dollar business

Aaron Hendrick, Founder of Noraa Pickleball - re-entering competitive sports and creating an accessible, inclusive pickleball paddle

How to #shopsmall this Mother’s Day - a 2023 Mother’s Day gift guide

I’m back! Where I’ve been, plans for the podcast, and my year-long bootcamp

Kiersten Traylor, Owner of Rescue Me Candle Co. - creating homemade & toxin-free candles, giving back to the community & local animal shelters, and balancing multiple passions

Jackie Harsh, Owner of Bomborama - promoting self care by making unique bath bombs and following your dreams (family, small business, 9-5 job, and more!)

Rosario Picone & Devraj Thakkar, Founders of Siesta Wrap PART 2 - how to grow your businesses’ social media, diving into marketing, and the future of Siesta Wrap

Ariel Reckart, Founder & Owner of Tucker’s Treats - selling homemade, healthy dog treats and giving advice on how to officially launch your business

Where have I been? A life update, a podcast update, and understanding why ’priority’ is a singular word!

Maddie Vassallo & Dan Zeplowitz, COO & CEO of Tuck-ins - the inside out s’more! Growing and scaling a business for 5+ years and disrupting an industry

Taylor Diebold, Owner of Pawsitivity Designs - how to follow your passion, best practices for working for yourself, and giving back to animal rescues

Josh & Jennifer Goodman, Owners of Heritage Donuts - growing up in the small business world and running a donut shop as a family

Neomi Negron, Owner of Buggy Pops - knowing what you want, going after it, and becoming your own boss

Joe McGovern, Owner of Bro’s Brew - creating a unique experience through his mobile espresso bar in the Raleigh area

Kenzie Nixon, Founder and Owner of The Flower Peddler - bringing a unique flower bouquet building experience to the Austin area and working to take her passion full time

Mark Furtado, Founder of The Artisan - spreading kindness and giving back to the planet through thoughtfully designed clothing

Ryan Rosenthal, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Simpls - pivoting your business model during the pandemic and launching a differentiated and innovative business in the frozen food market

Raoul Benavides, Founder of Heart Soul Heat - an entrepreneur who focuses on bringing good to the world and connecting with others

Mother’s Day Gift Guide - 12 small businesses to support this mother’s day!

Kinder Braley, Founder of Dreams Collect - supporting African artisans by bringing their jewelry to the U.S. and giving back to the local orphanage

Celebrating TWO YEARS of Virtual Coffee and showcasing over 70 small business owners! The podcast by the numbers & my top five learnings

Allie Billeadeau & Maria Sharperson, Co-Founders of Minneoats - from bowl to soul, gathering people together with delicious homemade oatmeal and granola

Chef Kenneth J & Baker Tamara, Owners of Royal Cheesecake & Varieties - selling delicious treats made from life-long passions of baking and building a successful business as a couple

Kristina Kennel, Founder & Owner of Witchy Sisters Project - selling unique, handcrafted products from local artists while helping women seek their inner strengths!

Emma Hess, Founder & Owner of BYOC Co. - your local refilling station to help reduce single-use plastic!

A lofi car-cast! Let’s discuss self-awareness while driving home from work

14 small businesses to support this Valentine’s Day! Gift your loved ones unique products while also supporting someone’s dream

Nikki & Cristhian, Owners of Raleigh Popsicle Co. - bringing a refreshing treat to the Raleigh area & running a business as a married couple

Drive home with me! A lofi, solo episode talking about setting GOALS!

Traci Davis, Founder & Owner of Bad Cat Coffee Company - how to pursue your passion at any age, going back to school, and pivoting your business idea

Jessie Garwick, Founder & Owner of J.D.’s Hattery - how she designs stylish hats, fills a gap in the marketplace, and balances being a business owner and mother

Sarah Valeri, Owner of Hello Clutter - how she took her business full time & how your enneagram type can help you learn how to declutter and organize better!