Atlanta Born & Brand

Today we’re going to spotlight Alex Radford and Lauren Tatum, co-founders of The Edge Agency. For so many small businesses, branding is a tough nut to crack and can sometimes make or break a business. That’s where our guests today come in! Edge takes on the task of putting your brand in the best position possible to succeed, whether it’s through visuals, online presence or even event management. Y...

This week we’re going to spotlight a treasured Atlanta institution, The Varsity. Back in August of 2019, we sat down with Ashley Weiser, the company’s marketing director and great-granddaughter of founder Frank Gordy. For over 90 years, the Varsity has been asking guests “What’ll Ya Have?” and we hope that’ll continue for another 90 years to come! Until all restrictions are lifted the Varsity’s At...

On this week’s episode, we’re going to share some of the best of Atlanta Born & Brand. There are over 60,000 black-owned businesses in Atlanta and we are committed to make sure our show accurately reflects the city we represent. Today, we’re excited to bring back three Black business leaders; Tracey Pickett from Hairbrella, Brandon Butler from Butter. ATL, and Jaquan Cummings of QuanATL....

Today we’re going to spotlight Dr. Jessica Propes, owner of Well Adjusted Buckhead. Dr. Jessica doesn’t fit the mold of your stereotypical chiropractor, living a lifestyle similar to many of the athletes and fitness minded clientele she takes care of. A few ways you can help Dr. Jessica is to firstly, follow and stay up to date with her on instagram @drjessica_welladjusted. Dr. Jessica’s office is...

Today we’re going to spotlight Elijah Richards, founder of lifestyle and apparel brand In God We Must. John was featured in the second ever episode of Atlanta Born & Brand, so it’s been a while since we’ve caught up with him. Here’s a few way you can help In God We Must right now. Head to www. IGWM.co and sign up for their email list! You can also follow them on instagram @INGODWEMUST and shar...

Today we’re going to spotlight Evan Walker and Rain Li, co-founders of Getta Bite App. We spoke with this duo just as season two was wrapping up. To refresh your memory, Getta Bite is an awesome app that helps you find deals on food and drink in the Atlanta area. Here’s a few updates on Getta Bite and a few ways you can help them during this time. You can now search “pickup” “curbside” and “eatloc...

Today we’re going to spotlight Karen Houghton and David Lightburn from Atlanta Tech Village. We sat down to talk with Karen and David towards the end of season two. We got to hear all about the conception of this incredible community for entrepreneurs. Today, the folks at Atlanta Tech Village want to encourage you to keep learning and connecting with like minded people during this crazy time! They...

Today we’re going to spotlight Andrew Rodbell, of Post Meridiem Spirits. We spoke with Andrew pretty recently, back in January. He told us all about that fateful Yacht Rock Revue concert and how Post Meridiem came to be. Launching business just as COVID-19 swung through seems to be a trend over here, but Post Meridiem has been able to grow through this struggle. Now, they’re in need of your help t...

Today we’re going to spotlight Elliot Hall, owner of Fire Maker Brewery. We’ve followed Elliot and the Fire Maker team from the beginning: construction all the way to opening. Unfortunately, as they were getting ready to fully launch into business COVID-19 came through in full force. But it has been so amazing to see how each of these businesses has pivoted during this time, Fire Maker included. H...

Today we’re going to spotlight Wes Jones, co-founder and CEO of Honeysuckle Gelato. Honeysuckle is one of our favorite places to visit in Ponce City Market and we can’t wait for the day we can finally go back and have a sit down and a chat. But for now, here’s a few ways you can help Honeysuckle keep the lights on! Purchasing gift cards is one of the best way you can support during this time. You...

Today we’re going to spotlight Josh Brown, owner of Wander North Georgia. It’s been a while since we spoke with Josh at the beginning of Season 1 and Wander could really use our support. Here’s how you can help now: buy gift cards! Wander is offering a generous special on gift cards for a limited time. For every gift card you purchase, you’ll receive a bonus gift card. If you purchase a $50 Gift C...

Today, we’re going to spotlight Jody Stephenson of Sitter Tree. A few ways that you can help Sitter Tree right now are: SitterTree is partnering with individuals, businesses and faith communities to support medical professionals with in-home child care. They need people to purchase gift cards to help subsidize the cost for these individuals. You can donate free sitting to Piedmont and Grady staff...

Today we’re going to spotlight Caleb Morris of Welcome to the Neighborhoods. We last spoke with Caleb back at the very beginning of Season 2. Caleb continues to bring joy to people all over the country through his illustrations. Here are a few ways that you can help Caleb now: Right now Caleb is offering free shipping for everyone with the code: FREESHIPPING. As an additional thank you to the free...

Today we’re going to spotlight Brian Holland, owner of Phoenix Roasters. We spoke with Brian, back in December of 2019. Often times businesses are born out of necessity and that was the case with Phoenix Roasters. What started as a way to fund a church plant focused on helping those who need a second chance, has grown into so much more. Phoenix Roasters is now in need of some help themselves. Here...

Today we’re going to spotlight Krystle Rodriguez, owner of Hodgepodge Coffee House. We spoke with Krystle very recently, just as this virus was starting to pick up steam. Since then, a lot of things have changed for Hodgepodge and they could use our help.  Here’s what you can do right now: Hodgepodge has set up a GoFundMe to help keep their doors open. You can find the link for that on their...

Today we’re going to spotlight Jerry Channell of Osleeper MFG Co. It’s been a while since our chat with Jerry back in December of 2018. O’Sleeper creates gorgeous pieces of custom furniture for homes and businesses -- and they’re still doing that this time with a little twist. Osleeper is now offering birdhouse kits for you and your family to complete together! You can order online at osleeper.com...

Today we’re going to spotlight Sarah Rice, owner of JJ’s Flower Shop. We spoke with this native ATLien back in August of 2019. From a brick and mortar shop in Ponce City Market to doing private events with their 1968 Volkswagen Flower truck, JJ’s Flower Shop has absolutely blossomed since then. Here are a few ways you can help right now: Due to the current shelter-in-place order, flower deliveries...

Today we’re going to spotlight Rasheed Philips, owner of Philips Barbeque Co. We spoke with Rasheed not too long ago, back in August of 2019. Rasheed started this business almost by accident, but now is well on his way to becoming an Atlanta staple. Here are a few ways that you can help Rasheed right now: buy some bbq, y’all! Philips BBQ is offering weekly Barbeque Box meal deliveries. Email info@...

Today we’re going to spotlight Scott Fuller of The Studio Temporary. We first spoke with Scott back Season 1 and heard how he uses his graphic design skills, to help businesses create an identity that will take their brand to the next level. Here are a few ways you can help Scott right now: work! Most of his projects are currently on hold. If you or anyone you know is in need of some killer graphi...

Today we’re going to spotlight Gino and Alex Teyf of Gino’s Classic Barber Shoppe. We first spoke with this father-son duo in May of 2019 to hear how they are building a network of barber shoppes -- a place you can go to slow down, even if it’s just for a moment -- and know they will go the extra mile. Here are a few ways you can help Gino’s right now: PURCHASE GIFT CERTIFICATES! Use the code "320...

This week we’re going to spotlight Todd DiMatteo and Ryan Skinner of Good Word Brewing and Public House. A few ways you can help Good Word Brewing right now are: purchase gift cards, and to-go packages or meals! Good Word is also selling crowlers of Never Sleep (It's a beer, y'all). Lastly, a GoFundMe has been set up to directly support Good Word employees. You can find the link to that on their w...

This week we’re going to spotlight Karissa Tuttle of Simply Done Donuts. A few ways that you can help Simply Done Donuts right now are: get you giftcards! For more information email eat@simplydonedonuts.com . Know folks celebrating a moment or hospital staff working overtime? Have Simply Done cater to them! You can also order online with their EZ cater link to get delivery or take-out. Visit their...

We understand that many of you are struggling and want to help the community of business owners that we have grown to know and love over the last 2 years. Right now we’re all in a season of uncertainty with the virus and the small businesses in our community need your support now more than ever.  This week we’re going to spotlight David Clapper and Eric Van de Steeg of sCAMPer Van. A few ways...

We understand that many of you are struggling and want to help the community of business owners that you have grown to know and love over the last 2 years. Right now we’re all in a season of uncertainty with the virus and the small businesses in our community need your support now more than ever. We've decided to start a new season of our podcast and devote all our resources to supporting the busi...

Sometimes a new business comes along and we think, “I never knew that I needed this in my life, but I’m glad I have it now.” That’s how the community feels about Hodgepodge Coffee House. A fusion of good coffee and art, Hodgepodge has become a second home to many people here in Atlanta, that we may not imagine existing side by side elsewhere. We sat down with founder, Krystle Rodriguez, to hear ho...