Women PetPreneurs

Sarah is a National Certified Master Groomer. You probably have seen her in the contest ring where she has many trophies other name. Sarah values continuing education as evidenced by her support of Groom Haus and numerous Barkleigh Honors nominations. In Sarah's words" Safety, Quality & Knowledge are what sets her apart from others.

Mary interviews Barbara Prueckel; ‘International Groomer of the Year’ multiple times, Captain of Groom Team Canada for ten years, and recently received the prestigious title Barkleigh Honours ‘Judge of the Year 2015’. Barbara is the producer of Canada's premier tradeshow Mastergroom Canada.

Mary interviews Lulu Rodriguez, fellow crystal enthusiasts and Operations Manager at Artero USA and Administrative Assistant at K9s By Design.

Mary interviews Irina Pinkusevich NCMG, an award winning pet stylist, global educator, international grooming contest judge, and entrepreneur. Irina has gone from Soviet Union refugee, months in camps all over Europe. Not a word of English to all those titles, is an amazingly humbling life experience, and professional journey to be told...

Mary interviews the incomparable Leel Michelle. A shorter list may be what she hasn't done. The grooming industry knows her best for Retro Stylist Wear, the cutest smocks around. She what she's up to now.

Mary interviews Tammy Siert, Small Animal Educator at Andis Grooming.

Mary Interviews Dr. Becky Krull, a veterinarian and entrepreneur on a mission to save one veterinarian at a time, showing them how to regain their love for their profession, while following their passion and purpose work.

Mary interviews industry icon Teri DiMarino. Always a fun interview.

Mary interviews Nathalie Thurman of Livestock Guardians, breeder of livestock guarding dogs. Nathalie talks about her love of these wonderful dogs and the role they play in protecting farms and ranch livestock.

Mary interviews another successful Employer/Employee duo!

Mary interviews Julie Napolitano of Pupwax. Julie needed a something for her own dog, couldn't find what she needed, so she created Pupwax and began manufacturing.

Mary interviews successful employer/employee relationships and how they got there.

Mary interviews Jeri Ann Cook of Sunstone Bookkeeping. Jeri specializes in the professional pet industry and has lots of tips specific for our industry.

Mary interviews Nicole Isler, along with Miss Buttercup, about bringing joy and a spark into your business.

Mary interviews successful employer/employee relationships and how they got there.

Mary interviews Arielle Vandette, VP of PawTree, a mermaid, and first responder. We also discuss how her dog saved her life. And a reminder that help is available at 800-273-8255.

This week Mary talks with Anjie Coates regarding the importance, as wells the trial and tribulations of setting up a pet professional state association.

We have the scoop from Khris Berry and the WPA regarding the formation of Professional Grooming Credentialing. We are very excited about this and you will be too.

Mary walks Wendy through a problem with handling grief and loss of pets in her business, as well as some time management tips.

Mary interviews Quinci Cole, owner of the Social Groomer on the importance of having a social media presence and the impact it has on your bottom line.

While River takes some time to heal, Mary interviews Kris Leitz EA to discuss tax responsibilities of a business owner.

Mary And River discuss the different types of business structure that should be discusses with your accountant to determine which one works best for you.

River and Mary discuss different ways to get organized in your business.

River and Mary discuss how to set boundaries in your business.

Mary And River discuss setting and raising prices.