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The Small Biz Podcast! Virtual Coffee is dedicated to showcasing accomplished and innovative small business owners and accelerating YOU! Hosted by Alexa Colyer, Virtual Coffee shares interviews with small business owners and early career professionals. Alexa and guests discuss their journeys, perspectives, and advice to others. Alexa also does solo episodes, during which she shares frameworks, advice, and perspectives to accelerate you in your work and life.
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Tuesday Aug 23, 2022
Tuesday Aug 23, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of speaking with Taylor, the Founder and Owner of Pawsitivity Designs. Taylor is located in the Raleigh, NC area, and she sells hand-designed pet portrait apparel, customizable bandanas, decals, bags, and other accessories. She is a true dog and animal lover, and I love showcasing a small business that gives back to rescues and shelters. Be sure to check out Pawsitivity Designs, and happy listening!
Pawsitivity Designs' Instagram
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Tuesday Aug 09, 2022
Tuesday Aug 09, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with the Founders and Owners of Heritage Donuts, Josh and Jennifer. They opened up their donut shop here in the Wake Forest, North Carolina area recently, and their donuts are delicious. I know first hand since my husband and I have visited their lovely shop! On this episode, they share their journey to opening several small businesses and how they work best together as a married couple. Be sure to check out Heritage Donuts, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of chatting with Neomi, the Founder and Owner of Buggy Pops. Buggy Pops sells handmade popsicles in the Asheville, North Carolina area. They have a lot of unique flavors, and Neomi sells her popsicles out of a vintage push cart - aka a buggy, hence part of the reason Buggy Pops got its name. To find out the other reason Buggy Pops got its name, tune into the episode 😉 Be sure to check out Buggy Pops, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jul 12, 2022
Tuesday Jul 12, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Joe McGovern, the Founder and Owner of Bro’s Brew. Bro’s Brew is a premier espresso bar that serves gourmet coffee. Joe is able to bring his mobile coffee bar to events, markets, and even indoors at various apartment complexes around the Raleigh area. I really want to have a party soon so Joe can set up his bar at my home and serve coffee! A portion of their proceeds are donated to local animal shelters. Happy listening!
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Tuesday Jun 14, 2022
Tuesday Jun 14, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Kenzie Nixon, the Founder and Owner of The Flower Peddler. Kenzie drives a truck around Austin, Texas in which you can build your own flower bouquet! In this episode, we dive into her journey of creating The Flower Peddler and how she plans on taking her passion full time. Be sure to check out The Flower Peddler, and happy listening!
The Flower Peddler's Instagram
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Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Mark Furtado, the Founder of The Artisan. They sell clothes that spread kindness and give back to the world - specifically, they donate a portion of their proceeds back to the oceans through the organization Oceana. Mark told the story of their journey thus far and his plans for scaling the brand to make a positive impact on the world. Be sure to check out The Artisan, and happy listening!
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Tuesday May 17, 2022
Tuesday May 17, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I chatted with Ryan, the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Simpls. Simpls is located in the Twin Cities, Minnesota area, and they deliver homemade, sustainable foods made with local ingredients. They are definitely a market differentiator, and Ryan dives into their journey and the pivots they had to make since their launch in 2014. Be sure to check out Simpls, and happy listening!
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Tuesday May 03, 2022
Tuesday May 03, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of speaking with Raoul, the Founder and Owner of Heart Soul Heat. Raoul is an entrepreneur who has had many businesses but is now focused on selling his homemade ghost honey. In this episode, Raoul shares a ton of advice based on lessons he’s learned throughout his business journey, and he really helped shift my mindset through our conversation. You can find his ghost honey on Amazon and on his website, and he has graciously given our listeners 25% off his website when you use the code coffee. Enjoy, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Apr 26, 2022
Tuesday Apr 26, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I highlight 12 small businesses to support this upcoming Mother's Day. All of the small businesses' Instagrams are linked below, and the episode number they came on is listed as well. Be sure to shop small this Mother's Day and give the mom in your life a unique, handmade gift. Happy listening!
- Witchy Sisters Project - episode 93
- J.D.’s Hattery - episode 86
- Hello Clutter - episodes 85 & 42
- Sorcery Candle Co. - episode 84
- Rescue Me Candle Co. - episode 35
- PupRing - episode 61
- Just For Hue - episode 80
- Shop Sammy - episode 59
- Bangle & Babe - episode 47
- Let’s Stay Home Cocktail Kits - episode 43
- The Tartan Blanket Co. - episode 30
- Naked by Nature - episode 22
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Kinder Braley, the Founder of Dreams Collect. Dreams Collect supports artisans and children globally by selling the artists’ jewelry and other homemade items here in the United States. Kinder works closely with African artisans to bring their work to the U.S., and the money they make selling their work goes back to the local orphanage in Africa to support the children there. Kinder and Dreams Collect’s mission is absolutely incredible, and it was a pleasure speaking with her. Happy listening!
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