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Cindy Hawkins, Circle City Sweets
January 22, 2021
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Cindy Hawkins, owner of Circle City Sweets. They talk about going from wanting to be a ballerina to becoming a World Dessert Championship competitor specializing in French pastry, the evolution of taking her baking from side-gig to full blown business, and how the support of the local community kept her business going through the pandemic.
Local Matters is brought to you by Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods. Thanks for listening!
Rob Laux, Pottery By You & More
January 15, 2021
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Rob Laux Pottery By You & More. They talk about going from a college experience advisor to owning the state's largest pottery studio, how he changed his business model to keep all of his employees working during the pandemic, and how Pottery By You & More can bring out the artist in all of us.
Local Matters is brought to you by Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods. Thanks for listening!
Why Local Really Matters
January 08, 2021
On this special episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon revisits our first 10 guests and asks "Why does local matter and why is it important to be known as an Indiana Original?" Hear unique answers from chats with our Indiana Originals members:
- Cari Hahn, Karma Candles & Kinds
- Mike Wright, Taxwright
- Brenda Jackson, Worthmore Academy
- Pat Sullivan, Sullivan Hardware & Garden and Allisonville Home & Garden by Sullivan
- Beth Rovazzini, B&W Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drains
- Megan Martin, Hoosier Artisan Boutique
- Laurne Taylor, Holder Mattress Company
- Sandy Ziebold, Beacon of Hope Crisis Center
- Faith Blackwell, Faith Blackwell Photography
- Dave Meeker, Bringing Technology to You
Local Matters is brought to you by Indiana Originals, Indiana.Gifts, and McFarling Foods. Thanks for listening!
Dave Meeker, Bringing Technology to You
December 23, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Dave Meeker of Bringing Technology to You about going from that boy on the farm selling giant squash to an entrepreneur helping executives and business owners use technology to increase revenue. Learn how breaking down silos gets more work done, how being adaptable makes you relevant, and how relationships and community are what really matters. Thanks for listening!
Faith Blackwell, Faith Blackwell Photography
December 18, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Faith Blackwell, of Faith Blackwell Photography about going from selling clothes to becoming one of the premier Indianapolis photographers for headshots, business branding, and events and transitioning into mixed media art. Learn why being known as an Indiana Original and supporting local really matters, and what you need to know about when to start your own business. Thanks for listening!
Beacon of Hope Crisis Center
December 11, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Sandy Ziebold, CEO of Beacon of Hope Crisis Center about going from wanting to be a meteorologist to becoming the CEO of an nonprofit providing free advocacy and referral services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse. Learn how the organization faced the challenges of the pandemic, the increase in needed services in our community, and how local businesses and our community impact what Beacon of Hope can provide. Thanks for listening!
Lauren Taylor, Holder Mattress Company
December 04, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Lauren Taylor, third generation owner of Holder Mattress Company, about going from being a creative writing major to a 20-year-old owner of a company on the verge of bankruptcy, what it took for others to take her seriously as a boss, and how selling mattresses is about more than just guaranteeing you a great night's sleep. Thanks for listening!
Megan Martin, Hoosier Artisan Boutique
November 20, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Megan Martin of Hoosier Artisan Boutique about how she went from wanting to be a CIA Agent to becoming an advocate for the maker community, the transition of her 12 year in-person holiday market to an online show, and the difference your dollars make in our community when you chose to spend money with local businesses. Thanks for listening!
Beth Rovazzini, B&W Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drains
November 13, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Beth Rovazzini of B&W Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drains about her journey of wanting to be a home ec teacher, to becoming an accountant, to eventually taking over the family business. Learn what it takes to work with co-owners, the origin of their signature big black trucks, and how taking care of your employees keeps the business going . Thanks for listening!
Pat Sullivan, Sullivan Hardware & Garden and Allisonville Home & Garden by Sullivan
November 06, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Pat Sullivan of Sullivan Hardware & Garden and Allisonville Home & Garden by Sullivan. They talk about taking over the family business, the support he has had while transitioning from traditional hardware stores to lifestyle stores, the importance of giving back to the important causes, and the role small business play in creating healthy, vibrant communities. Thanks for listening!
Brenda Jackson, Worthmore Academy
October 30, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Brenda Jackson of Worthmore Academy about quitting her job as a chemist at Lilly to open a school for children with learning challenges. Learn about the difference her school makes not only in the students but in our community and hear her share more about how, with a lot of passion and determination, nothing can get in your way of achieving your goals.
Mike Wright, Taxwright
October 23, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Mike Wright about going from a religious studies major to an accountant, what you need to know if you are starting your own business, and the benefit of working with local business owners.
Cari Hahn of Karma Candles & Kinds
October 16, 2020
On this episode of Local Matters Mel McMahon chats with Cari Hahn of Karma Candles & Kinds about the inspiration for starting her business, the customers that keep her motivated, and why she feels its important you support local.
