Cleveland – MaxPodcasting https://maxpodcasting.com Save time with your high-quality podcast Thu, 07 Sep 2023 11:27:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.5.18 https://maxpodcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cropped-MaxPodcasting_favicon_gold-32x32.png Cleveland – MaxPodcasting https://maxpodcasting.com 32 32 Emily Harpel – Wild Business Growth Podcast #251: Cotton Candy Clevelander, Founder of Art of Sucre https://maxpodcasting.com/emily-harpel/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:23:00 +0000 https://maxpodcasting.com/?p=7613 Starting your business is easier than you think. You might even be able to do it during a car ride. That’s the story of this week’s Wild Business Growth Podcast guest, Emily Harpel. Emily is the Founder and CEO of Art of Sucre. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and your other favorite podcast platforms.

Episode 251: Emily Harpel – Cotton Candy Clevelander, Founder of Art of Sucre

Emily Harpel, the Founder and CEO of Art of Sucre, joins the show to share her journey starting her gourmet cotton candy and glitter bomb business while driving back from her honeymoon. Hear how to launch new flavors, pivot from in-person events to eCommerce, strike gold on TikTok, use psychology in your marketing, and the most underrated food spots in Cleveland. This episode covers everything from cotton candy to onions. Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:

  • Has Emily always had an affection for confection
  • How did she come up with the idea for Art of Sucre
  • Why did she decide to go with cotton candy
  • How much taste-testing do she and her team do
  • Where did the idea for the glitter bombs come from
  • How do you keep going when times are tough
  • What’s a quirk Emily has
  • Bamboozled!

Connect with Emily at ArtOfSucre.com and on social media @ArtOfSucre and @EmilyHarpel.

Enjoy the shoooooow! Check out the show notes below for much more detail. You can also find the full transcript here.

Show Notes

Emily Harpel - Wild Business Growth Podcast #251: Cotton Candy Clevelander, Founder of Art of Sucre
CLEEEEEEEVELAAAAAAAND THIS IS FOR YOU!
Emily Harpel - Wild Business Growth Podcast #251: Cotton Candy Clevelander, Founder of Art of Sucre
Super Sucre
Emily Harpel - Wild Business Growth Podcast #251: Cotton Candy Clevelander, Founder of Art of Sucre

What is the Wild Business Growth Podcast?

Wild ideas. Wild growth. Every Wednesday morning a new entrepreneur joins the Wild Business Growth Podcast to share the wildly creative and unusual ways they grew their business – and teaches you how to do it, too. Hear the minds behind WordPress, Stacy’s Pita Chips, Drybar, NFL RedZone, Big Mouth Billy Bass, the voice of Bart Simpson, and more Wild stories. Hosted by Max Branstetter (that’s me), Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting.

How do you start a podcast?

Interested in starting a professional-sounding podcast for your brand, but don’t want to deal with the time commitment of all those behind-the-scenes details? I’ve got you covered. Email me at max@maxpodcasting.com to save time with your high-quality podcast and use it as a business-building tool.

Thanks for listening to Emily Harpel on the Wild Business Growth Podcast. To hear more Wild stories like this one every Wednesday morning, follow the Wild Business Growth Podcast and tell a friend about it. And get artsy & sweet with Art of Sucre together. Until next time, Let your business Run Wild…and Bring on the Bongos!!

]]> Channing Frye – Wild Business Growth Podcast #195: NBA Champion, Chosen Family Wines https://maxpodcasting.com/channing-frye/ Thu, 16 Jun 2022 01:18:30 +0000 https://maxpodcasting.com/?p=5716 You just won the NBA Championship. What do you do next? For this week’s Wild Business Growth Podcast guest, Channing Frye, there were plenty of celebratory drinks involved. And a bit later, a whole company focused on drinks started forming. Channing is the Founder of Chosen Family Wines. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and your other favorite podcast platforms.

Episode 195: Channing Frye – NBA Champion, Chosen Family Wines

Channing Frye, the Founder of Chosen Family Wines, joins the show to share his journey from NBA Champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Road Trippin’ Co-Host to wine entrepreneur. Hear how it feels to win an NBA Championship, what Channing did after winning, lessons from the NBA that parallel to the wine business, what he looks for in potential wines to offer, and the most intimidating player he ever played against. This episode covers everything from Willamette Valley to Rome. Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:

  • Why did they use duct tape for the first recording of Road Trippin’
  • What was the best margarita of Channing’s life
  • The best email of all time
  • Where did Channing’s passion for wine come from
  • What has been the most challenging part of the wine business so far
  • The Metaphor Extraordinaire
  • Who’s the most underrated player of all time
  • Which episode of Road Trippin’ featured the most surprising guest

Connect with Channing at ChosenFamilyWines.com, Road Trippin’, and social media @ChanningFrye.

Enjoy the shoooooow! Check out the show notes below for much more detail.

Show Notes

Channing Frye - Wild Business Growth Podcast #195: NBA Champion, Chosen Family Wines
That Cleveland championship deserves a smile or two
Channing Frye - Wild Business Growth Podcast #195: NBA Champion, Chosen Family Wines
The family behind Chosen Family Wines
  • Rapid-Fire Q&A
    • [42:23] Follow the Wild Business Growth Podcast and tell a friend about the podcast. And 5 stars on Apple Podcasts & Spotify if you’re feeling super nice
    • [42:50] Check out the Wild Business Growth Podcast on GoodPods, where you can see what your favorite people are listening to
    • [42:52] Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn @MaxBranstetter
    • [42:56] Save time with your high-quality podcast. Email me at max@maxpodcasting.com to bring your podcast to life and use it as a business-building tool
    • Theme music: Freestyle Percussion Magik – “Jungle Tribe” – provided by Jamendo
Channing Frye - Wild Business Growth Podcast #195: NBA Champion, Chosen Family Wines

What is the Wild Business Growth Podcast?

Wild ideas. Wild growth. Every Wednesday morning a new entrepreneur joins the Wild Business Growth Podcast to share the wildly creative and unusual ways they grew their business – and teaches you how to do it, too. Hear the minds behind WordPress, Stacy’s Pita Chips, Drybar, the voice of Bart Simpson, and more wild stories. Hosted by Max Branstetter (that’s me), Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting.

How do you start a podcast?

Interested in starting a professional-sounding podcast for your brand, but don’t want to deal with the time commitment of all those behind-the-scenes details? I’ve got you covered. Email me at max@maxpodcasting.com to save time with your high-quality podcast and use it as a business-building tool.

Thanks for listening to Channing Frye on the Wild Business Growth Podcast. To hear more Wild stories like this one every Wednesday morning, follow the Wild Business Growth Podcast and tell a friend about it. And check out Road Trippin’ while sipping on some Chosen Family Wines and watching Cavs Championship highlights. Until next time, Let your business Run Wild…and Bring on the Bongos!!

]]> John Lane – Wild Business Growth Podcast #192: Co-Owner of the Winking Lizard Tavern https://maxpodcasting.com/john-lane/ Wed, 11 May 2022 09:28:55 +0000 https://maxpodcasting.com/?p=5633 How do you create a restaurant that always feels like home, no matter how many locations? One of my favorite restaurants – the Winking Lizard – does this best. This week’s Wild Business Growth Podcast guest, John Lane, might’ve had something to do with that over the years. John is a Co-Owner of Winking Lizard Tavern. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and your other favorite podcast platforms.

Episode 192: John Lane – Co-Owner of the Winking Lizard Tavern

John Lane, the Co-Owner of Winking Lizard Tavern, joins the show to share his journey from test-flying helicopters in the Army to creating some of the most beloved restaurants in Cleveland. Hear how to scale a restaurant, differentiate with your name and logo, provide a crowd-pleasing assortment of craft beers, his favorite wings flavor, and the coolest experience he’s had at a brewery. This episode covers everything from the actual lizards to Belgian beers. Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:

  • What’s the most impactful lesson John learned from visiting Germany as a kid
  • How did he and the team decide who focused on what
  • What’s his philosophy with the wide assortment of craft beer they provide
  • Michael Jackson (not that one)
  • What’s John’s signature recipe
  • How did the Winking Lizard keep scaling
  • A very cute lizard
  • How did John become a Belgian Knight

Connect with John at WinkingLizard.com.

Enjoy the shoooooow! Check out the show notes below for much more detail.

Show Notes

  • Intro & The Army
    • [0:30] Email me at max@maxpodcasting.com to save time with your high-quality podcast and use it as a business-building tool
    • [0:44] Connect with John at WinkingLizard.com
    • [2:44] When did John know he wanted to be a part of the restaurant industry
    • [3:21] U.S. Army
    • [3:54] Is it more stressful in the Army or running a restaurant
    • [4:44] What’s the most impactful lesson John learned from visiting Germany as a kid
    • [5:00] It’s true
    • [6:30] Eyepening (it’s a word I swear)
John Lane - Wild Business Growth Podcast #192: Co-Owner of the Winking Lizard Tavern
Just look at this dude!
John Lane - Wild Business Growth Podcast #192: Co-Owner of the Winking Lizard Tavern

What is the Wild Business Growth Podcast?

Wild ideas. Wild growth. Every Wednesday morning a new entrepreneur joins the Wild Business Growth Podcast to share the wildly creative and unusual ways they grew their business – and teaches you how to do it, too. Hear the minds behind WordPress, Stacy’s Pita Chips, Drybar, the voice of Bart Simpson, and more wild stories. Hosted by Max Branstetter (that’s me), Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting.

How do you start a podcast?

Interested in starting a professional-sounding podcast for your brand, but don’t want to deal with the time commitment of all those behind-the-scenes details? I’ve got you covered. Email me at max@maxpodcasting.com to save time with your high-quality podcast and use it as a business-building tool.

Thanks for listening to John Lane on the Wild Business Growth Podcast. To hear more Wild stories like this one every Wednesday morning, follow the Wild Business Growth Podcast and tell a friend about it. And meet up with them at The Lizard for a drink, food, watching sports, and also drinks & food. Until next time, Let your business Run Wild…and Bring on the Bongos!!

]]> Matt Radicelli – Wild Business Growth Podcast #176: The Business Handyman, Founder of Rock The House https://maxpodcasting.com/matt-radicelli/ Thu, 30 Dec 2021 09:05:09 +0000 https://maxpodcasting.com/?p=5187 If you were part of the Cleveland bar and bat mitzvah scene in the early 2000s, there was one company that was seemingly the life of the party every single time: Rock The House. They were started and led by this week’s Wild Business Growth Podcast guest, Matt Radicelli. Matt is The Business Handyman and Founder of Rock The House. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and your other favorite podcast platforms.

Episode 176: Matt Radicelli – The Business Handyman, Founder of Rock The House

Matt Radicelli, The Business Handyman and Founder of Rock The House, joins the show to share his journey from DJing at age 7 to building the party production empire that’s entertained over 1,500 events per year in the Cleveland area and beyond. Hear how to make a good first impression, make changes to scale your business, delegate successfully, Matt’s biggest DJ influence, and the song that always makes the room shake. This episode covers everything from behind-the-scenes production tips to training your team. Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:

  • What was the first ever show Matt DJ’d or MC’d
  • When did he realize he was pretty good at putting on these productions
  • Where has Rock The House done shows
  • What’s the secret for people coming in and discovering Rock The House
  • How do you get more help on the backend of your business
  • What’s the biggest failure Matt’s come across as a business owner
  • How was he deemed The Business Handyman
  • What musical has he performed in

Connect with Matt at MattRadicelli.com.

Enjoy the shoooooow! Check out the show notes below for much more detail.

Show Notes

Matt Radicelli - Wild Business Growth Podcast #176: The Business Handyman, Founder of Rock The House
Major Bar and Bat Mitzvah Era Throwback. And a mouse
Matt Radicelli - Wild Business Growth Podcast #176: The Business Handyman, Founder of Rock The House
Matt Radicelli - Wild Business Growth Podcast #176: The Business Handyman, Founder of Rock The House

What is the Wild Business Growth Podcast?

Wild ideas. Wild growth. Every Wednesday morning a new entrepreneur or innovator joins the Wild Business Growth Podcast to share the crazy creative and unusual ways they grew their business, and provides tips for you to do it, too. Hear the woman who became the voice of Siri, the man who’s reinventing the sandcastle, how GaryVee’s partners are turning the wine world upside down, and more wild stories. Hosted by Max Branstetter (that’s me), Founder and Podcast Producer at MaxPodcasting.

How do you start a podcast?

Interested in starting a professional-sounding podcast for your brand, but don’t want to deal with the time commitment of all those behind-the-scenes details? I’ve got you covered. Email me at max@maxpodcasting.com to save time with your high-quality podcast and use it as a business-building tool.

Thanks for listening to Matt Radicelli on the Wild Business Growth Podcast. To hear more Wild stories like this one every Wednesday morning, follow the Wild Business Growth Podcast and tell a friend about it. And Rock The House together. Until next time, Let your business Run Wild…and Bring on the Bongos!!

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