Celebrating Small Family Businesses

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses , we sit down with Mike and Roggen Frick , the father-and-son team behind Bear Iron Works , a fast-growing manufacturing company serving the civil construction industry nationwide. What started as a few handmade rock screens turned into a full-scale operation—launched during COVID—built on trust, clear roles, strong culture, and smart systems....

In this episode of  Celebrating Small Family Businesses , we are joined by the dynamic husband-and-wife duo, Andrea and Ray Bryant. Their story is the perfect example of how one closed door can lead to a much better open one. Andrea shares her journey from a burned-out second-grade teacher to a real estate flipper, and finally, to the owner of Staged Right LLC. You’ll hear the incredible story of...

We had such a blast sitting down with Hank and Sharyn Yuloff of Yuloff Creative Marketing Solutions! This husband-and-wife team has been coaching small businesses for over 30 years, and their energy is absolutely infectious. What we loved most about this conversation was how real they kept it. From Hank's origin story (involving his mom, a fax machine, and a fateful Thanksgiving dinner) to Sharyn'...

We had such a blast sitting down with the dynamic duo behind Real Estate Corral Investors Network - Clifford and Brandy Walker from Dallas, Texas! This episode is packed with genuine wisdom, humor, and real-world advice from a couple who transformed their lives from a truck driver and teacher into successful real estate investors and educators. What We Discovered:  ✅ How a podcast changed ev...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses! Today we're featuring Sugar and Spice in Las Vegas - a family business with a powerful mission that creates gourmet chocolate-coated peanut butter balls. We had the pleasure of chatting with the Long family: Sheri and John Long, along with their children Aston, Keilani, and Alexis. What started as a teacher's side hustle...

Hey everyone! In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, Connie and I sit down with our friends Ron and Lori Genna from Hudson Duct Cleaning in Hudson, Florida to showcase their passion in action! We've known Ron and Lori through networking groups for some time and are happy customers of their business. They share the fascinating story of how they started their duct sanitizing busines...

In this episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses,' hosts John and Connie Kuder interview Kimeyo Daniels and his two sons, Chunky and George, who form the backbone of Kimeyo Records, a hip-hop music label based in Los Angeles. Kimeyo shares his journey of becoming a recording artist and producer, starting from his early interests in hip-hop to establishing Kimeyo Records. Both sons discuss t...

🎙️ Join us for an inspiring conversation with Alex and Jessica Fortis, owners of Exclusive Cleaning Services in Orlando! This dynamic husband-and-wife team shares their journey from corporate careers to building a thriving commercial cleaning business that truly puts people first. Alex and Jessica's story is a masterclass in how to transition thoughtfully from the corporate world to entrepreneursh...

We had an amazing conversation with Dr. Carl and Terri Paige of the Medical Transformation Center in Louisville, Kentucky! This power couple shares their incredible journey from running a traditional medical practice to pioneering a cutting-edge cellular medicine approach. They tell the story of how Terri's health challenges led them to completely transform their approach to medicine, transitionin...

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we honor the Fred Martin Welding Company, founded by Fred Martin in 1938. Marty Martin, a third-generation welder now at the helm, shares the rich history and evolution of the business. Marty and his wife Kelly delve into the family dynamics, challenges, and triumphs of running a small family business. From their unique craft projects to thei...

French Florist in Los Angeles is 37 years old and is a family business. If you’re a florist, or you have a friend who is, you’re really going to want to listen to this podcast. You’ll learn just how many florists are family businesses. You’ll also learn how services like 1 800 Flowers hurt the small florists. This episode was full of surprises for us, even though we had a get acquainted call with...

Marc-John Brown and Erika Huarcaya share their inspirational journey of creating Native Wisdom Hub, a business that intertwines indigenous wisdom with modern life experiences. The podcast delves into the profound impact of their personal stories, which shaped their mission to celebrate and preserve ancestral knowledge. MJ recounts how a transformative hitchhiking trip in South America introduced h...

Their mission is to empower women entrepreneurs to be unstoppable through the power of community. Susan and Lindsay Trumpler are mother and daughter co-owners of two businesses. We learn how they came to work together, the difficulties that threatened their relationship, and how their desire to keep working together shaped the design of the current business. Susan and Lindsay are very different pe...

The Clarks’ story offers a unique perspective on the intersection of family and business, as Mark and Joe Clark discuss their telecommunications venture, ContinuousTouch. Mark’s career at AT&T is a significant focal point, where he gained invaluable experience managing communications for major corporations. His transition from a corporate environment to entrepreneurship highlights the lessons...

Celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of family-owned businesses, this episode features Sh'nai and Taiwan Simmons, founders of the Collective Wellness Institute in Tampa. The conversation includes the origins of their practice, highlighting Sh'nai's journey as a therapist who aimed to create a welcoming environment within mental health services. The Simmons's share personal insights from their ne...

The story behind Spotz Gelato is a remarkable example of how passion and perseverance can lead to entrepreneurial success. Beth Richardson and Philip Enlow embarked on their gelato journey after a memorable vacation introduced them to the rich flavors of authentic Italian gelato. Upon returning to Kentucky, they were inspired to recreate that delicious experience, leading them to experiment with g...

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, hosts Connie and John spotlight Hesron and Karla Gomez of AJS Quality Construction. Originating from Mexico and Southern California, respectively, the couple embarked on their entrepreneurial journey in Central Texas in 2018. Hesron, with his trade experience and bilingual skills, and Karla, leveraging her budgeting and legal background, succ...

David and Ethan Sanborn, a father-son duo, have created Kiid Coffee, a unique beverage designed specifically for children. This episode delves into their entrepreneurial journey, highlighting Ethan's inspiration behind the product and their collaborative efforts in developing a nutritious decaf coffee that caters to kids. Ethan, at just eight years old, expresses his desire to start a business and...

When the episode starts with four people laughing and wiping tears from their eyes, you know it's going to be a good one. Two first cousins who are both third-generation entrepreneurs, Carrie and Kate have a variety business experience, but their core passion is Early Childhood Education. They have both owned and operated facilities, and they leveraged up to training other people how to run their...

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we welcome the dynamic duo of Nikki Bilou and Theresa Dugwell. We dive deep into their impressive backgrounds—Theresa's clinical psychology expertise, three Guinness World Records, and bestselling fitness books; and Nikki's ten published books, including two New York Times bestsellers, and his extensive podcast history. Together, they share i...

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we meet Chris and Sheley Brien of Brien Contracting, a commercial construction contractor in Scottsdale, AZ. We learn how Chris’ background in civil construction (think building highways) and Sheley’s background in the corporate world of pharmaceutical sales combine to make Brien Contracting a standout in their industry. Sheley also has her o...

In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we explore the story of Donna Peterson and her company, World Innovators, a B2B marketing firm founded by her mother 43 years ago. Donna shares the company's evolution from postal mailing lists to a full-service marketing agency, emphasizing the value of personal relationships and adapting to technological changes like email in the 1980's and...

Join us in another insightful and heartwarming episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses as we get to know David and Lisa Ask from Tennessee. Discover their entrepreneurial journey, starting with their unique invention, the first thermostat guard with a combination lock. Discover how their complementary strengths drive their multifaceted business and the secrets behind their successful partne...

In this episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses,' we explore the fascinating business journey of Kyle and Jojo Struebing, founders of Altered States Wellness. Discover how they transitioned from corporate sales at tech giants like Microsoft and HP to successful franchise owners in the wellness industry and then into creating their own franchise concept. They share their experiences rebrand...

In this episode, we feature David and Jack Parry of Online Print Smart. The Parry's detail their journey from a home-based graphic design business started in 1992 to becoming print brokers who help clients navigate the complex world of printing. They discuss the evolution of their business model, the transition to digital tools, and how they leverage trade printers to deliver high-quality, cost-ef...