Business in Blue

Zanderia Davidson, director of the City of Memphis  Office of Business Diversity & Compliance , sat down with our host, Carley Brown to discuss how her office assists local and minority/women-owned businesses. Her office’s primary objective is to ensure that opportunities are equitable and accessible to all. Listen in to learn more about “the best kept secret” in Memphis and how Zanderia’s tea...

Founders & owners of Oh Grate!, Amy Bingham and Courtney Jones, joined host Carley Brown in the studio to discuss their entrepreneurial journey in the food manufacturing industry. As busy moms themselves, they identified a need for ready-made, delicious, home-cooked meals. In this episode they talk about how they embraced change and pivoted accordingly; thus growing Oh Grate! From a foundling...

For the first time ever, our host Carley Brown was joined in the studio by three guests Terri, Becki and Luke Brimhall. Their family’s multi-generational business, Brim’s Snack Foods prioritizes quality and fair value for consumers. Primarily sold throughout the Eastern United States, Brim’s is known for their pork rinds, potato chips, cheese puffs, popcorn, tortilla chips, churro twist, meat stic...

This week, David Pickler, president & CEO of Pickler Wealth Advisors and UofM alumnus (’85) shares his experiential wisdom as a lifelong tiger and businessman. As the executive director of the American Pillars Education Foundation, David expounds his wealth of knowledge about public education. Listen in to learn how by focusing his actions to positively impact others he, ultimately, achieved a...

Joining Carley Brown in the studio this week, is CEO & Managing Principal of RSPorter Consultancy & EMBA Alumnus ’16, Dr. Reginald Porter, Jr. In this episode, Reginald speaks to how he intentionally diversified his skill sets to maximize his professional growth; and by doing so, he positioned himself for lifelong success. Listen to Reginald’s journey about how he took the nontraditional p...

In celebration of Pride Month, special guest Ray Rico, principle & owner of Ray Rico Freelance and publisher of LGBT+ Focus Magazine joined Carley Brown in the studio. In this episode, Ray discusses the importance of advocating for justice, equality, diversity and inclusivity. He explains that by staying true his core values and principles, he was able to achieve professional and personal succ...

Cheryl Leon, founder & lead consultant of Link Clinical joined Carley Brown in the studio to provide insight on the inner workings of the clinical trial industry. In this episode Cheryl expands on how her company has recruited thousands of patients for novel, first-of-their-kind therapies and devices; and in turn, strategically partnered with medical/pharmaceutical companies and patient recrui...

May is undoubtedly one of the most festive months in Memphis, and we were delighted to host Lyman Aldrich, Co-Founder & President of Revival Memphis and Founder of Memphis in May International Festival in our studio. In this episode, Lyman explains the deep-rooted history of our beloved city and how the birth of the Memphis in May International Festival helped fortify Downtown Memphis after Dr...

The rich history of the “South’s Grand Hotel” & story-filled traditions were recently shared in the studio by none other than Doug Browne, FCBE alumna and president of Peabody Hotels & Resorts. Doug takes a deeper dive into how the original Peabody hotel, located in right here in Memphis, has strategically positioned itself as a nationally-renowned hospitality leader of fine dining & l...

Dr. Sara Michael, clinical director of  901PT , joined Carley Brown in the studio to discuss the value of personalized connections, especially in client/patient-facing business models. Listen in to learn how their unique approach of promoting holistic health habits changes lives for the better. The phrase “movement is medicine” is much more than a motto for 901PT – it is the way of life and the ke...

Jeremy Park, CEO of  cityCURRENT , joined us in the studio to share some of the ways his organization “powers the good” through philanthropic endeavors. For 16+ years, cityCURRENT has served as a resource for Memphians who strive to make a positive difference in our community. Tune in to hear powerful, real-world stories that are sure to inspire you to get involved. Discover how this “hard-work/he...

For the conclusion of Women’s History Month, Verushka Wilson, founder & owner of The Mane Wildling joined us in the studio for another Business in Blue episode. Verushka shares how – in the midst of tragedy and grief – she harnessed her innate passion for nature, design and beauty and began designing floral arrangements. What began as a coping mechanism ultimately resulted into a successful an...

In continuation of celebrating Women’s History Month, we are showcasing several local female community leaders. In this episode of Business in Blue, we were joined by Marcie Keech, Founder & Owner of  Cosmic Blonde . Listen in as Marcie shares her insights about the importance of mentorships; and shares how her own mentor experience helped her to realize her entrepreneurial dreams and become e...

It’s Women’s History Month! Our March podcasts will spotlight several local female community leaders. In this episode of Business in Blue, we connected with Beth Wilson, CEO & Founder of Wilson PR and FCBE Executive MBA Alumna. Beth joined us in the studio to discuss the critical impact of personal branding, the value of securing meaningful mentorships and the importance of developing professi...

The Business in Blue podcast is hosted by the  Fogelman College of Business & Economics  at the University of Memphis. This podcast highlights success stories, expert advice, and of course, all things business in Memphis. Join us in the studio with Bartholomew Jones, Co-founder of  CxffeeBlack , as we dive into the history of Black culture and how his local establishment is paving the way to r...

The Business in Blue podcast is hosted by the  Fogelman College of Business & Economics  (FCBE) at the University of Memphis. This podcast highlights success stories, expert advice, and of course, all things business in Memphis. In this episode, Andrew Arbogast, Founder/CEO of  Arbo’s Cheese Dip  & U.S. Veteran, joined us in the studio to share how he took a monumental leap of courage afte...

The Business in Blue podcast is hosted by the  Fogelman College of Business & Economics  at the University of Memphis. This podcast highlights success stories, expert advice, and of course, all things business in Memphis. Co-Founder and Owner of Belltower Coffeehouse & Studio , Micah Dempsey, joined us in the studio to share his testimony and how one idea of a ceramics & coffee establi...

Discover Memphis's business pulse with "Business in Blue," the Fogelman College of Business and Economics podcast! Host Carley Brown guides you through success stories, expert advice, and all things business and Memphis. Subscribe for your front-row seat to the intersection of business and success!