Made In Mississippi

Terrance Bonner is a great testament to perseverance through obstacles. We had all had a desire to do something that we love and to spend our days working on something meaningful to us, but it can be discouraging when life continues to through us off course. Tune into Terrance's episode to hear his journey of perseverance to achieve his dream job and build a company that serves to make Mississippi...

Listen to this episode of the Made in Mississippi Podcast as MS native Spencer Mooney shares about his experience of transition from a physician to a franchisee. Spencer retired from his practice in Brookhaven, and now owns multiple restaurant franchises. Listen in as Spencer shares his experience of knowing when to push forward and when to stop in entrepreneurship. He advises to find what works n...

Listen to this episode of Made in Mississippi as James Bowens tells his story of taking something he loved and turning it into a business. He and his wife loved sports and sports merchandise, and so they created a business from it. To save money, they started making the products themselves. Now, you can find their products across 12 states. After 20 years in business James shares his advice for bu...

Bruce is a native of MS from Tupelo.   He started West End Fresh Salads after some failed ventures in the workforce. He decided to find what he loved doing and make a living out of it. What initially started as a local store developed into a catering business and then into something even larger.   He had some struggles along the way, but you can now find West End Fresh Salads Chicken Salad and Pim...

Listen to this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast as Anna Barker and Hagan Walker tell us about Glo Pals. Their award winning children's bath toy line that's bringing a lot of fun to an often NOT fun time for children and parents. Based in Starkville, Glo Pals is already in major retail stores across the country. You'll also hear about an exciting new project with the well know Sesame Stre...

Will Primos is the founder and CEO of Primos Hunting. Primos Hunting manufactures calls for elk, deer, turkey, predator, and waterfowl as as blinds, shooting assessors, game cameras, attractants and supplements. They also produce the popular video series PRIMOS TRUTH ABOUT HUNTING.

What is money? Kody joins us on this episode to talk about money and the role it plays in society today. Listen as Kody and Casey talk about Kody's interest in money particularly cryptocurrency. Kody shares with us the ways cryptocurrency is beneficial particularly in MS.

Holly Knight is the Chief Executive Officer of BGC Advantage. She specializes in assisting Public Housing Authorities in both housing redevelopment and community revitalization through her background experience in Housing and Urban Development. BGC Advantage is a real estate development company that specifically works with non-profits to create affordable housing communities within Mississippi. Ho...

Constance Shelby is the founder of Perfect Fit Nutrition where she offers a Lean Queen Monthly Membership. It is a personalized calorie and macronutrient recommendation that helps you meet your weight loss goals. Constance shares with us her why behind starting her business through a few stories. She also shares with us some tips for how to "maintain don't gain" during the holidays. If you are int...

Emily Moore is the founder of Moore Media Group and the author of Words Are Like Magic . Emily shares her backstory with us that led her to her business. One of the most important things for her in business is enjoying what she does, and she strives to make sure her employees feel the same way.    Another of Emily's most important ideals is doing what gives her fulfillment, and one way she has don...

Mark Henderson is co-founder of Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company in the Kiln. To spite the adversities that you'll hear about in the podcast, Mark and his wife brought something pretty unique and amazing to Mississippi. Craft Beer. This interview was done in their lab right off of the brewery floor, so you'll hear some beeps from fork lifts, employees working in the background, and maybe Justin our e...

On this episode Casey talks with the President/CEO of Maris, West and Baker (MWB) Tim Mask. MWB is a creative advertising and marketing agency based in Jackson, MS. 

Join us on this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast, where Abby Thaxton of the Lucky Rabbit (Hattiesburg, MS) tells her entrepreneurial journey. The Lucky Rabbit, like most businesses, started with a crazy idea. We know you'll be encourage to hear the exciting story of growth that the Lucky Rabbit has seen over the last few years. 

Join Matthew McLaughlin and Conner Reeves of McLaughlin PC on this episode of the Made In Mississippi Podcast . By being a part of one of the largest law firms in the southeast, Matthew took a bold step when he decided to launch out on his own a few years ago. He now works as legal representation and counsel for some of the coolest restaurants, craft brewers, and surprisingly interesting sectors y...

Casey talks with Rahul Gopal to talk about Campusknot, an online service that connects students and teachers in a community driven learning environment. Listen as they discuss being based out of Mississippi, how they go their start, and how they have adapted in these trying times.

The story of how a MSU Start-up went from selling merchandise, to creating brand ambassadors. Hear the challenges and victories of this small, but mighty new Mississippi company. 

Ramsey Russell is the owner of Get Ducks, a company that specializes in facilitating duck hunting experiences all over the world. Listen in while Ramsey talks about how he got his start and why he loves being based in Mississippi.

On this episode of Made in Mississippi Casey talks with Clinton, MS native Erin Fults about how she went from taking a few photos for family friends in high school to owning her own business that offers brand consultation in addition to her professional photography service. She also talks about how her creative instinct helped her discover her love for running a business.

Chris Ortego is the owner of Cotton Blues, a restaurant in Hattiesburg, MS. They are renowned in the area for their delicious cheesecakes. Listen as Casey and Chris talk about how the journey of making Cotton Blues a thriving restaurant that creates jobs for hardworking Mississippians.

In this episode Casey talks with Duane and Brady Raanes and talks about how they have grown Raanes Capital Advisors into the company that it is today.

In this episode Casey talks with Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling who own a divorce and family law firm together. Listen as they discuss the advantages and disadvantages of owning a law firm in Mississippi.

In this second of a two episode mini-series Casey discusses the pressure that Mississippi business owners are experiencing during the initial response to COVID-19. Guests include Mark Henderson, Kristen Ley, and Chris Ray.

In this special episode Casey discusses the pressure that Mississippi business owners are experiencing during the initial response to COVID-19. Guests include Dudley Wooley, Tripp Douglas, and Alex Eaton. Stay tuned for information from even more local business owners.

Secretary of State Michael David Watson, Jr. was born on December 22, 1977 in Pascagoula. He grew up as the son of a shipyard worker and bank teller. Today Casey talks with Secretary Watson about his experience as an entrepreneur and his hope for the future of Mississippi.

Bilal has presented lectures on leadership, innovation, and his team's cancer breakthrough at numerous conferences, most notably at the  Global Health & Innovation Conference  at Yale University attended by over 3,000 people. As the CEO of EasyKale Labs, he's continuing his research into the cancer-fighting properties of kale, while offering a next-generation product for making kale consumption ea...