We interview small family business owners about their experience of working together in the family business, highlighting what they love about it and sharing challenges they have overcome that other family business owners could learn from. Small Family Businesses range from Mom and Pop's to a few hundred employees, from startups to multigenerational institutions. They are the heart and soul of commerce around the world. Here we celebrate their courage, their persistence, their resilience, an ...
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How an 8-Year-Old Inspired a New Coffee Revolution for Kids
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David and Ethan Sanborn, a father-son duo, have created Kiid Coffee, a unique beverage designed specifically for children. This episode delves into their entrepreneurial journey, highlighting Ethan's inspiration behind the product and their collaborative efforts in developing a nutritious decaf coffee that caters to kids. Ethan, at just eight years…
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Early Childhood Education Experts Kate and Carrie Crack Us Up
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When the episode starts with four people laughing and wiping tears from their eyes, you know it's going to be a good one. Two first cousins who are both third-generation entrepreneurs, Carrie and Kate have a variety business experience, but their core passion is Early Childhood Education. They have both owned and operated facilities, and they lever…
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Becoming Extraordinary with Nicky Billou and Theresa Dugwell
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In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we welcome the dynamic duo of Nikki Bilou and Theresa Dugwell. We dive deep into their impressive backgrounds—Theresa's clinical psychology expertise, three Guinness World Records, and bestselling fitness books; and Nikki's ten published books, including two New York Times bestsellers, and his…
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Healthy Imbalance with Chris and Sheley Brien
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In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we meet Chris and Sheley Brien of Brien Contracting, a commercial construction contractor in Scottsdale, AZ. We learn how Chris’ background in civil construction (think building highways) and Sheley’s background in the corporate world of pharmaceutical sales combine to make Brien Contracting a…
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43 Years of Innovation in the B2B Marketing World with Donna Peterson
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In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, we explore the story of Donna Peterson and her company, World Innovators, a B2B marketing firm founded by her mother 43 years ago. Donna shares the company's evolution from postal mailing lists to a full-service marketing agency, emphasizing the value of personal relationships and adapting to …
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Growth, Grace, and Grit with David and Lisa Ask
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Join us in another insightful and heartwarming episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses as we get to know David and Lisa Ask from Tennessee. Discover their entrepreneurial journey, starting with their unique invention, the first thermostat guard with a combination lock. Discover how their complementary strengths drive their multifaceted busin…
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Altered States Wellness With Kyle and JoJo Streubing
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In this episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses,' we explore the fascinating business journey of Kyle and Jojo Struebing, founders of Altered States Wellness. Discover how they transitioned from corporate sales at tech giants like Microsoft and HP to successful franchise owners in the wellness industry and then into creating their own franc…
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Celebrating Online Print Smart with Jack and David Parry
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In this episode, we feature David and Jack Parry of Online Print Smart. The Parry's detail their journey from a home-based graphic design business started in 1992 to becoming print brokers who help clients navigate the complex world of printing. They discuss the evolution of their business model, the transition to digital tools, and how they levera…
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Flooring Tampa with Passion and Precision: Mark and Jenny McMurray
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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Mark and Jenny McMurray, owners of the Floor Coverings International franchise in North Tampa. From their initial meeting during Mark's time at the Naval Academy to their varied career paths, this episode covers a wide array of topics, providing an in-depth look into their journey as small busin…
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Whippet Good: Allen and Barbara Doeringer’s Success Model
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In this episode, we celebrate the inspiring journey of Allen and Barbara Doeringer, the dynamic duo behind Whippet Properties. From their serendipitous meeting in the real estate industry to enduring personal challenges, they have successfully navigated their professional and personal lives together for over 25 years. The discussion explores their …
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Confessions and Connections: The Family Business Story Behind Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
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In this episode of 'celebrating small family businesses,' hosts Natalie and JJ, the dynamic sister duo behind the podcast 'Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver,' share their heartfelt journey of growing up in a tight-knit, small-town family in Tennessee. They discuss their upbringing, accentuated by strong familial bonds and community involvement, …
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In this episode, we follow John's journey as a young man as he navigates a path from working at his family's egg farm to the mobile home park they developed and then to the citrus and land business balanced with technology consulting. Faced with unclear opportunities, he transitions into managing operations at a family-run mobile home park, where h…
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On the Road with ATS: Family, Values, and Innovation with Ed and Chris Farrell
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This episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses' features Chris and Ed Farrell of Alternative Transportation Systems in Arlington, Massachusetts, providing an in-depth look into their journey and success as a multi-generational family business. 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of their transportation business, which Chris has helped grow from a…
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Harmonizing Home and Hustle: John and Jenn’s 2X Growth Agency with John Chan and Jenn Lo
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This episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses' features John Chan and Jenn Lo, a dynamic couple running a marketing agency called 2X, based in Vancouver, British Columbia. They share their journey, starting from their first collaboration on a software project in 2013, through the challenges of running a conversion rate optimization agency, t…
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They’re Just Wonderful – Carmen and Kieron James
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In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, hosts John and Connie Kuder interview Kieron and Carmen James, father and daughter co-founders of two businesses named Wonderful. Wonderful.org began as an online charity giving platform and the success of that led to expanding into a FinTech payment business, Wonderful.co.uk, leveraging open …
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The Sweet Success of Honey Badgers Bee Farm
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In this episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses,' hosts John and Connie Kuder interview Derrick and Bill Jerome, the father-son duo behind Honey Badger's Bee Farm. Initially motivated by Derrick’s quest to alleviate his allergies with local honey, the business began with just two hives in the city and has grown to over 200 hives. They discu…
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Lessons from the Egg Farm: John’s Business Journey Part 2
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Part 2 of my family's ventures into various businesses, starting from my grandfather investing in land along the I-4 corridor between Tampa and Orlando, which led to cattle farming and orange growing. Our small family business expansion continued with the investment into an egg farm, which was a kind of co-operative that later attempted a transitio…
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The Waypoint Property Inspection Journey: From Corporate Downsizing to Family Business Triumph
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In this insightful episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses,' hosts John and Connie Kuder delve into the inspiring story of Waypoint Property Inspection, a home inspection company founded in 2005 by Bob Hintze. Bob shares his journey from working in the corporate world, facing job relocation, and deciding to start his own business in Florida…
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Generational Grit: John’s Family Business Roots
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This episode of 'Celebrating Small Family Businesses' features an interview with Kuder Consulting Group co-founder John Kuder, focusing on his family's business origin story, particularly his grandfather's journey. Starting from a farming background in central Ohio, John's grandfather attended Michigan State and worked his way through college. He b…
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From Tractors to Technology: Evolving Challenges for Connie In Family Business
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In this episode, we switch gears from interviewing another family business owner to exploring our own history and how we got to Kuder Consulting Group. We delve into a unique and nostalgic understanding of small family businesses through the eyes of Connie Kuder, co-founder of Kuder Consulting Group. She has rich stories of growing up in Ohio aroun…
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Integrative Medicine and Personalized Care: The Enhanced Body Approach with Majlinda and Paul Holmes
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In this episode, we interview the founders of Enhanced Body™ integrative medicine and primary care clinic in Dunedin, FL; Majlinda and Paul Holmes. They share their journey of launching a healthcare facility three years ago. Both have extensive medical backgrounds, Maj as an independent nurse practitioner and Paul as a firefighter paramedic. They d…
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Barrett Pressure Washing: A Grandfather’s Legacy
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In this episode, Jay Barrett from Barrett Pressure Washing shares his journey in the industry and how his grandfather's principles influenced his approach to the business. Jay trained extensively in lift safety, chemical safety and chemical interactions to apply best practices and safe operations in pressure washing jobs which he believes sets him …
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Mastering SEO with Steve and Justin Scott from Tampa SEO Training Academy
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Tampa SEO Training Academy's Steve and Justin Scott discuss the founding and evolution of their family-run SEO business. Beginning as a website designing endeavor in 1996, the Academy has transitioned to provide a comprehensive suite of SEO services coupled with personalized training programs. The discussions also highlight how they constantly adap…
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Artistic Flooring and Tile – The Riveras Reveal The Secret To Having Happy Customers
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This episode features Eric and Rachel Rivera, owners of Artistic Flooring and Tile. This was such a fun interview! We knew Rachel but had just met Eric, so this was us getting to know him. Eric and Rachel as a couple are similar to us, in that one is very extroverted and the other is more introverted, so they balance each other really well. Eric sh…
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Swan City Twins – How Hayley and Kaleigh Dirck Grow Profits For Small Businesses
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We have a lively conversation with with Haley and Kaleigh Dirck, twin sisters and part of a family of entrepreneurs owning multiple businesses in fields such as branding, photography, and consulting. They share their experiences, revealing the importance of clear communication, setting effective boundaries, and seeking external help and resources t…
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Insuring Their Success: How Damien and Matilda Relyea Navigate Entrepreneurship as a Couple
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Celebrating Small Family Businesses: A Conversation with Matilda and Damien Relyea Matilda and Damien Relyea, founders of Relyea Insurance Group, speak about their journey in running a small family business. They detail the challenges they faced such as navigating financial hurdles and attaining a work-life balance. They also discuss the importance…
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From the Wrestling Ring to Crime Scene Cleanup: Disaster Restoration Experts Ken and Lisa Jordan
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In this interview, Ken and Lisa Jordan share their unique journey of establishing Accent American Inc, a successful cleaning and disaster restoration business. The couple initially started with a simple carpet cleaning service, gradually incorporating services such as upholstery cleaning, water damage restoration, mold remediation, and crime scene …
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Salt Strong Brothers Joe and Luke Simonds Succeed by Sharing Their Secret Fishing Tips
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In this richly informative interview, brothers Joe and Luke Simonds share their journey of establishing and flourishing their business, Salt Strong. Starting with their love for fishing that shaped their business idea, the brothers underline the importance of identifying and solving a problem to generate a successful business. They accentuate placi…
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