I Love VB Podcast

Episode 13 - Ross and Hannah Byrd own and operate Surf Hatteras - an overnight, destination surf camp on Hatteras Island. For the past 16 years, the Byrd family has picked up their life in Virginia Beach and spent their summers in the Outer Banks working around the clock running a premier surf camp for teenagers from all over the country. The idea for this camp came at an opportune time in the Byr...

Episode 12 - Tactical Distributors is an e-commerce company that sells high end tactical gear to elite groups of people. Ten years ago, Todd Askins was given the opportunity to take Tactical Distributors from a wholesale branch to being a boutique international retailer. Todd has pioneered tremendous growth for the company and seen it through many ups and downs. He shares how his journey has been...

Episode 11 - Bees Nees is a company curating boutique vacation homes in Virginia Beach and the Outer Banks. Katie Denton's gifts of hospitality and attention to detail are beautifully captured in the Bees Nees Getaways. Katie shares that her mission is to create spaces where families can come together in a place where everything has been thought of so that lifetime memories can be made during thei...

Episode 10 - ROX (Rapid Overland Xpress) is a luxury motor coach service taking you directly from Virginia Beach to your destination and back. Whether it's for business or leisure, you truly get to experience "Travel Reimagined." ROX motor coaches are gorgeous, spacious and every detail has been considered so that the guest experiences the best way to travel. In this episode, the Founder of ROX, J...

Episode 9 - Antwain Britt is the creator of Juggernaut Cookie Co. - a local cookie company that makes gigantic, delicious cookies and ships nationwide. But the cookie company is neither the beginning nor the end of his story. From a factory worker, to a professional MMA fighter to a gym owner,   Antwain is a picture of hard work and dedication to pursuing excellence in his craft. We hope his story...

Episode 8 - Doctors Stephen McKenzie and Jake McCrowell took a leap of faith and ventured into small business owning when they opened Direct Performance Physical Therapy.  Both Stephen and Jake love the relational based aspect of physical therapy care and focus largely in the sports medicine realm. Opening their own practice has allowed them to spend the time they want with each patient, to better...

Episode 7 - Tatiana Hill founded The Teal Eagle Boutique in 2017 out of her home but it quickly grew into an established retail shop. The Teal Eagle is a local ladies fashion boutique with a nationwide following of her online retail shop. As a young and motivated entrepreneur, Tatiana is has wildly grown her business and continues to dream big and chase after her goals.  Visit her at www.tealeagle...

Episode 6 - Ironclad Media is a production company that creates digital content and has partnered with some of the most elite brands in the world. They produce films, series, and podcasts that are some of the best out there. Founder and director, Jeremy Carey, shares with us the story of how he began, how entrepreneurship was engrained in him from the beginning, and how Ironclad Media came to be....

We sat down with our own little humans and chatted about things they love to do in Virginia Beach during the summer. Apparently they make great little marketers for local businesses - any takers? We hope this brings a smile to your face because children's voices are really cute! 

Episode 5 - WE ARE VB is a local non profit whose goal is to help every high school student in Virginia Beach who is considered homeless or at risk. They work to help these students meet their basic needs, knock down barriers in their education, and provide hope for their future. In this episode, we interview Jennifer Dye, the founder of WE ARE VB, as she shares with us the mission, history and im...

Episode 4 - PaperDolls Design is a custom stationary and digital design company. Designer, April Foster started her business 10 years ago and has since created thousands of designs for clients and businesses. She has a degree in Industrial Design and worked as a textile designer before taking her skills to the next level and launching her own business. In this episode, April shares about the start...

Episode 3 - Wes and Shina Madison own DJ West Entertainment and A Party Booth by Shina. As an entertainment company, they offer DJ services and the photo booth rental to weddings, parties, and special events. Wes and Shina share how hard things were in the early years of business and how walking through a tragedy together ended up propelling their business to the next level. They have a story of h...

Episode 2 - Dr. David Werwath owns The Doctor's In - a medical clinic that provides primary and urgent care as well as many other medical services. We follow Dr. Dave's journey through med school to opening up a medical business of his own. He shares some deeply personal challenges that he has overcome and continues to press on to lead and grow his business. 

This episode shares the story of how a food truck turned into a brick and mortar storefront. Jacob Harver is the creator/owner of the wildly popular restaurant, Bros Fish Tacos. This business was born out of a crossroads moment in Jacob's career and he hasn't looked back since. Both Jacob and his wife have poured their lives into this business and are a great example of how to harness the momentum...

Episode 20 - Wave Riding Vehicles is your hometown surf shop and the largest builder of boards on the east coast. Established in 1967, WRV has grown it's brand world wide in the last 50 years and its global head quarters is located right here, in Virginia Beach. In this episode, we sit down with LG Shaw, a second generation of the WRV family, and hear stories of the early years of the business. LG...

Episode 19 - Patrick Ryan discovered his talent for creative handiwork as a young boy in early elementary school. He was a self taught carpenter and painter and was challenged by his internal desire to grow in his learning. Patrick has been able to follow his passion and create his own business of solid-wood, hand crafted furniture. Benevolent Design Company creates gorgeous custom pieces and you...

Episode 18 - Emily Weddings + Events is a full service event planning company that guarantees that your special day will be memorable for all the right reasons. Emily Petersen shares with us how she started her business and how her previous jobs were setting her up for success as she launched out on her own. She shares how her intentional growth strategies proved extremely worthwhile when unexpect...

Episode 17 - Jars of Dust is a handcrafted line of functional ceramics designed and created by Mallorie Terranova. Her designs are beautiful, timeless & inspire an appreciation for quality goods made by hand. In this episode, we follow Mallorie's journey as a studio art major in college as she dug into the one medium that pushed her outside of her comfort zone and eventually allowed her to make Ja...

Episode 16 - Joash Schulman owns and operates Town Center Office Suites - a professional office space providing businesses with a postal address and all the amenities a thriving business center has to offer. While continuing to practice law, Joash has taken over the day to day operations of running Town Center Office Suites and continues to actively serve the city through different boards and comm...

Episode 15 - Local artist Troy Summerell is the creator of the brand OnieTonie. From vibrant murals on building walls to CHKD ambulances to basketball backboards to elementary schools, OnieTonie Designs can be found all over the city. Troy's signature black outline art is filled with bright colors and smiling faces of sea creatures. In this episode, Troy shares how he got his start as an artist, w...

Episode 14 - OnPoint Building Services is a full service commercial janitorial company run by local entrepreneurs Blake Dozier and Cory Jessee. They clean multi-tenant office buildings, medical spaces, industrial facilities, and much more. OnPoint Building Services strives to be the best in the industry by creating great customer service and bringing a positive attitude to problem solving. The les...

Episode 13 - Jackson Andrews Building and Design is a residential building and remodeling company located in Virginia Beach, VA. Jackson Andrews shares the story of how he created this company from the ground up. They create incredible homes that are uniquely tailored to each of their clients' design preference and desired function. Jackson shares how joy and satisfaction come from doing things th...

Episode 12 - Back Bay Brewing Co. is a local brewery that began in 2011. In this episode, we sit down with the founder Josh Canada and hear several inspiring stories of how Josh has been moving and shaking in the craft brewing industry. From growing his distribution to several other states, to breaking into the cider industry, to co-founding a local distillery, and even collaborating with Pharrell...

Episode 11 - Wareing's Gym was founded in Virginia Beach in 1960. It is recognized as America's oldest gym that is still open and running today. Wareing's gym is well known for many programs including the Parisi Speed School and Training for Warriors. In this episode we hear from Jesse, a fourth generation Wareing. Jesse shares some of the history of the gym and we hear how his unique story fits i...

Episode 10 - Philly Cold Cuts is a locally owned and operated deli specializing in award-wining cheesesteaks, hoagies, sandwiches and more. The Fuller family has been operating this business for the last forty years and it has become a well loved classic among the locals. The history of this restaurant begins long before they opened their doors for business and in this episode we hear the story sh...