Get 'N' Your Business Podcast

🎙️Get 'N Your Business Podcast — Episode Summary Guest(s): Jose Marquez, Joel, and special guest Jaime Foddrell from Sysco Business Spotlight: Mi Casa Restaurant In this flavorful episode of Get 'N Your Business , host Alison Shores sits down with Jose Marquez and Joel from Mi Casa Restaurant, joined by special guest Jaime Foddrell from Sysco, to explore the success story behind one of Camden Coun...

In this episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores sits down with Dr. Hannah Johnson and Apryl Franklin, Director of Operations and Marketing for From the Ground Up Therapy & Wellness . Located in the heart of St. Marys, GA, this expansive 10,000 sq ft wellness center is changing the way the community approaches self-care and healing. Dr. Johnson shares her passion for cr...

Guest: Kimberly Cardounel, Organizer of the Seafarers Memorial Ride Host: Alison Shores Topic: Honoring the Lost & Uniting the Community In this heartfelt episode, Alison Shores sits down with Kimberly Cardounel, the driving force behind the upcoming Seafarers Memorial Ride happening on Saturday, July 12 at 10:00 AM in St. Marys, Georgia . Kimberly shares the emotional story behind the memoria...

In this heartwarming and informative episode, host Alison Shores welcomes Marcia Whitfield, founder of Camden Special Steps , a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving adults with exceptional needs in Camden County. Marcia shares the inspiring journey of Special Steps, which started over a decade ago as a simple walking club at the Camden County High School track. In the early days, the progra...

In this episode, host Alison Shores sits down with Jaden Lavasseur, owner of The Bloom Bar . This build-your-own-bouquet experience originated in a vintage 1967 Ford F-100 floral truck and has since evolved into a charming brick-and-mortar shop and event space in downtown Kingsland, Georgia. Jaden shares her journey from being a schoolteacher to launching a mobile floral business that brings creat...

In this inspiring episode, Alison Shores sits down with Navy veteran and sci-fi author Winfield Strock , who shares his personal journey of rediscovery after military service. Winfield opens up about the challenges of transitioning from a purpose-driven Navy career to a less fulfilling civilian job and how writing became a lifeline—a new mission that gave him identity and purpose. Now an active me...

🎙️ Episode Summary On this episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores sits down with Dr. Leah Herron, optometrist and associate at Coastal Vision Center . With a legacy of over 75 years in Fernandina Beach and now expanding to serve Camden County, Coastal Vision Center brings top-tier eye care through its team of optometrists and ophthalmologists. Dr. Herron shares valuable i...

On this episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores welcomes Marcie Costello, publisher of the Coastal Shopper & News . Marcie shares the story behind the Coastal Shopper — a trusted local resource that’s been connecting businesses and the Camden County community for years. Their mission? To give local businesses a one-of-a-kind marketing tool through customized direct mai...

In this flavorful episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores sits down with Nadine Funston , co-owner of Wings Maxx in Kingsland, Georgia. Nadine shares her inspiring journey from chiropractic school in Atlanta to becoming a key part of a fast-growing wing franchise in Camden County. She and her husband Eddie Funston —who both met while working at LongHorn Steakhouse—made the...

🎙 Get 'N Your Business Podcast — Episode Summary Guest: Amanda Moore | The Community Art Center Host: Alison Shores In this episode, Alison Shores sits down with Amanda Moore to spotlight The Community Art Center , a vibrant gallery and gift shop inspired by the vision of founder Lynda Murray . Located in the heart of Camden County, the center features the work of over 40 local artists and serves...

In this episode, host Alison Shores sits down with David Gaskins from Republic Pain Specialists to talk about innovation, healing, and the future of pain management. Alison shares her personal journey battling long Covid symptoms—specifically, the loss of her sense of taste for over a year—and how David and his team were able to restore it through a cutting-edge treatment inspired by a groundbreak...

In this patriotic and lighthearted episode of Get 'N Your Business , host Alison Shores sits down with Captain Christopher G. Bohner , the Commanding Officer of SUBASE Kings Bay. A proud Pennsylvania native and seasoned Navy veteran, Captain Bohner reflects on his journey from enlisting as a Nuclear Electrician’s Mate to leading one of the most vital military installations in the country. Though i...

In this insightful episode, host Alison Shores sits down with Jennifer and Tom Shatzer, the powerhouse duo behind Manic Social , a digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses stand out and scale. The Shatzers unpack how Manic Social delivers comprehensive branding and marketing strategies tailored for small-town success, covering everything from logo design and social media management t...

In this episode, Alison Shores chats with Laurel Sphar from the St. Mary’s Public Library about all the exciting ways the library continues to support and engage the community. Laurel shares how visitors can learn new languages for free using Duolingo, including fun ones like "Pirate Speak"! For those with a green thumb, the library offers free seeds to help kickstart your gardening journey. The l...

In this sunny episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores kicks back with owner Sissy Blanchard and store manager Becky Derrick of Porch + Patio , the largest outdoor furniture store between Savannah and Jacksonville! With a massive 4,500 sqft showroom full of cozy, stylish outdoor patio furniture, Sissy and Becky walk us through everything from Polywood pieces (with a 20-year...

🎙️ Get 'N Your Business Podcast – Episode Recap: Hoss Hogan | Coastal Country Design In this episode, host Alison Shores chats with Hoss Hogan, the creative mind behind Coastal Country Design , a business that brings custom flair to homes, events, and commercial spaces with personalized signs and handcrafted products. A proud Fernandina Beach native and Camden County High School alum, Hoss shared...

In this enlightening episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores sits down with Whitney Passmore, the agency manager of Camden County's Farm Bureau Insurance. Having moved from Leesburg, Georgia, just a year ago, Whitney dives into her rapid integration into the community and her role in supporting both the agricultural and general insurance needs of Camden residents. Show Not...

In this compelling episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores engages with two influential local figures, Anthony Romano Sr. and Johnathon Blount, who are deeply involved in business, youth sports, and education within Camden County, Georgia. Anthony, serving as the General Manager at The Bennett Group and president of the Quarterback Club, focuses on fundraising for the Camd...

In this episode of Get 'N Your Business , host Alison Shores sits down with Chris Overstreet from TDS Telecom, a Fortune 1000® company serving approximately 6 million connections nationwide—including right here in Camden County, Georgia. A Camden County native, Chris shares how his local roots and previous experience with AT&T shaped his approach to customer service and built his reputation fo...

In this great episode of the "Get 'N Your Business Podcast," host Alison Shores welcomes Amanda Griffin from Huey Magoo's, a restaurant chain known for its exceptionally high-quality chicken tenders, often described as "The Filet Mignon of Chicken." Founded in 2004 by Matt Armstrong and Thad Hudgen s, Huey Magoo's has carved a niche in the food industry by focusing on quality, cleanliness, and com...

In a special on-location episode of the "Get 'N Your Business Podcast," host Alison Shores takes the show to Ops Pizza in Kingsland, where she engages in a lively discussion with Coach Trevon Myers and Coach Shayla Smith. Both coaches, known for their dedication to local travel basketball, explore the potential effects of the upcoming SPLOST vote and the development of the Florida Georgia Sports P...

In this episode of the "Get 'N Your Business Podcast," host Alison Shores dives into the artistic and musical world of Amanda Moore, a noted solo vocalist and rhythm guitarist based in Southeast Georgia. Known for her smooth, easy-listening music that's perfect for various social events, Amanda shares her journey into the realms of music and visual arts. She also details her unique process for cre...

In a vibrant episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores, joined by co-host Candace Pullum, the St. Marys Mainstreet Authority Manager, discuss the critical role of Mainstreet in supporting local businesses, enhancing the city's historic appeal, and promoting a lively downtown atmosphere. Candace provides valuable insights into the process of obtaining a business license throug...

In this enlightening episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores sits down with Kristina Simms and Ashley Tesar from Mariners Suites Hotel & Storage in Kingsland, Georgia. They dive deep into the unique offerings and services of Mariners Suites, highlighting how the hotel caters specifically to military families and provides a comfortable, home-like environment for various...

In this episode of the Get 'N Your Business Podcast , host Alison Shores sits down with three camden county representatives—Sean Boatwright, Robert Horton, and Alex Blount—each representing our cities in Camden County, GA, to discuss the upcoming SPLOST IX vote. As this 1% sales tax has played crucial part of county funding for 40 years, the episode aims to demystify what SPLOST is and how it dire...