The Market Maven

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! In this episode, I sit down with Krista from String Art Sign Company, a local Lake Stevens creative who has been with me since the very beginning of the Lake Stevens Farmers Market.  Her laughter and positive attitude drew me to her immediately - and now you can experience it too! Find Krista's business pages here: https://www.facebook.com/stringartsigncompany...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Kids vendor day was a HOT success!  The hottest day of the year didn't stop 19 young entrepreneurs from setting up their booths and selling their creations!  Here from some of our participants about how they came up with their business ideas and what they learned during the event! Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! If you caught my post earlier this week about a celebratory dinner with the Black Forest Mushrooms team, you could probably guess that there was a lot of feels behind it. Well, in this bonus content episode, I expand a bit on the ultimate dream of a market director. Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! In this episode, I sit down with Mara Williams - author of The Little Books of Big Business to talk about our elevated experience culminating in this week's Kid's Vendor Day at the Snohomish Farmers Market.  The idea sprouted from Nancy,  the Snohomish Chamber of Commerce manager and with the 3 of our creative minds together, we made it happen! More about Mara'...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Regan Steele began Tiny Stem Microgreens in February of this year as a part time job to fill time in her evenings.  Now, she's venturing in to more farmers markets and educating customers on how microgreens are the tiny powerhouse veggies that you can literally put on EVERYTHING! And yes, we still consider her a FARMER! Learn more about Tiny Stem Microgreens he...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! In order to keep this podcast engaging, I decided to do an "ask me anything" shout out on socials to gather YOUR burning questions!  In this episode, I answer them all! Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup of coffee to you? Maybe it's worth a few bucks, just because. I l...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! A mid-season check in with The Market Maven and some thoughts on how we can do better, all around.  The Ron Finley Project: https://ronfinley.com/ The Barbie Movie: https://people.com/movies/barbie-movie-everything-to-know/ Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup of coffee...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! This "engrossing" episode is full of laughs, sass and some "F" bombs.  It was such a joy to sit down with one of my amazing vendors, Chelsea of Magnolia Marks Studio.  Chelsea is an expert in true calligraphy and has a wonderful sense of humor that translates into her merch.  We talk about people, problems and what a true historical gem calligraphy can be. PS -...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Business Ladies of Society is an up and coming networking group focusing on the whole woman and our specific needs in business and mindset.  After wrapping up the inaugural "I'm HERe Now" conference in mid-June, I got a chance to sit down with Jessica to talk about networking, her vision and the future of this fast-growing group. More on BLOS: https://www.blosw...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! When Melissa reached out to me for marketing surrounding the farmers markets, I took a chance and counter offered with a podcast interview request.  It must have been the universe's way of connecting us further, because WOW .  This amazing boss babe & I are on the same wavelength about so many things! Learn more about Melissa's beautiful new storytelling pu...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! While it's only been a few weeks since my last episode, it feels like forever!  Catch up on all things market chaos and try to help me uncover why the world seems to have gone mad...and not for fresh fruits & veggies. PS - Tallulah adventure #2 gets some play as well as the BLOS I'm HERe Now inaugural conference too! More info about BLOS: https://www.bloswa...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Kicking off the 4th season of the Lake Stevens Farmers Market deserved a bit of back story about opening a brand new market in the early midst of a pandemic is FUN!  Also, a few lessons learned this week unrelated to farmers markets that has me saying "Ix-nay on the addle-pay" for a bit. Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episo...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! It's GO TIME for this Market Maven with all 3 markets set to be up and running in the next 7 days.  Find out some helpful tips in how I gear up for the gauntlet and how YOU can "turnip the beet" in your community this summer. Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup of coffe...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Join me on the maiden voyage of "doing it on my own" with my 1958 Shasta Airflyte camper!  The stress of planning along with just GETTING there creates a joy in the journey to self-empowerment and doing hard things. Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup of coffee to you?...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Opening day of market season, contracting snafus and "fun" emails have been piling up in this market manager's world.  A comedy vent session to add a bit of fun to your day.  We all have little fires that pop up, and it's how we manage them along with how we manage our mental health that paves the way to success. Support the show Like what you've listened to? I...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! In this episode, I interview Soren Stone, owner of Mariposa Day Spa, Therapist and Volunteer Organizer of the first ever Snohomish Pride event this summer.  We commiserate on the haters while clarifying the common misconceptions about celebrations with rainbows. Learn more about Soren's businesses & the Snohomish Pride community event here: Mariposa Day Spa...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! The fun-guy himself, Nathanael Engen - founder of Black Forest Mushrooms - joins me for my longest episode to date (a personal goal of his!)  We talk about entrepreneur ideas, poop, and the importance of innovation in all things business. Find more about Black Forest Mushrooms here: https://www.blackforestmushrooms.com/ https://www.instagram.com/black.forest.mu...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Opening Days are nearly here, we've had our vendor meetings, we're permit ready...now how can YOU be your best self in supporting the farmers market?  Customer 101 is here! Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup of coffee to you? Maybe it's worth a few bucks, just because....

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! In this episode, I sat down with Maygen Heatherington, the Executive Director of Historic Downtown Snohomish Association - a Main Street organization that creates events and programs to help support small businesses.  We talk about the similarities in our roles, the challenges and more! Historic Downtown Snohomish: https://www.historicdowntownsnohomish.org/ Sno...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! You asked for it!  While every job has its ups and downs, the "horror stories" of a market manager are quite entertaining.  In this episode, I'll share some of my WTF moments in hopes of sharing some humor along with the tall tales. Support the show Like what you've listened to? I'm happy to offer my episodes for zero cost and no ads. Maybe that's worth a cup o...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! I found out yesterday that I get to be a panelist at the upcoming "I'm HERe Now" Event this June presented by BLOS, I wanted to talk more about the importance of finding your people through networking and the powerful connections that can be made.  I also touch on the retreat work done last month, and a powerful influence in Georgia O'Keeffe. Tickets to the eve...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! As many of you saw on social media, I've been all around the world!  Not really, mostly just the west coast and southwest, but you can bet I visited farmers markets while on the road!  Tune in to hear about Chimayo Chile, the San Diego Zoo, a wonderful retreat and how it all relates to farmers markets. Visit: https://santafefarmersmarket.com/ https://sandiegozo...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! During a trip to sunny San Diego, I had the opportunity to sit down with Christopher Quinlan, the founder of MarketWurks management software.  Chris has been an ally and an asset in my Market Management development.  Join us as we explore my first LIVE interview and learn more about this amazing small business, helping markets across the world stay sane and org...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! Fresh out of the Washington State Farmers Market Conference in Leavenworth, I share more about what it means to connect with other market managers and speaking on my latest panel.  You'll learn the despised word in the market world as well as some unsung heroes that go into making magic market moments. Links to organizations mentioned in the episode: https://wa...

Send the Market Maven some fan mail! In this episode I talk about WHO the farmers market manager is.  The kind of people that spend their summers slinging tents and shielding commentary.  I'll talk about the evolution of their rind (yes, like a melon!) or their husk.  These rough & tough edges that we have to remove to get to the real human inside. Support the show Like what you've listened to...