Episodes
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Episode 47
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Marco Myers of the Norfolk Admirals stops by the show to talk about the team's past, present, and future. We discuss the upcoming season, their new affiliation with the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes, and how businesses can get involved with the Admirals.
Sponsored by HRBOR - Hampton Roads LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Episode 48
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Loretta Dunn joins the show to talk about her unique nonprofit Working Class Karma. Learn how she connects local artists and creatives with nonprofits and hosts events to raise money for our community.
Sponsored by Chesapeake Square Mall.
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Episode 46
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Sarah Gallagher stops by the show to talk about her women's clothing brand, Gallagher. Listen in to learn more about the fashion industry, what it's like to be a first-time entrepreneur, and some fascinating details about opening a store during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sponsored by Downtown Hampton Development Partnership.
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Episode 45
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
We're joined by Patti Howell, owner of Hickory Trading Company, to talk about how she uses her unique local coffee house and gift shop to help support her non-profit dedicated to serving those with special needs.
Sponsored by Russell's Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric.
Friday Aug 27, 2021
Episode 44
Friday Aug 27, 2021
Friday Aug 27, 2021
We sit down with Jamie and Danell Skinner to talk about how they started their family-owned, all-natural cosmetic company. Join us as we learn how they overcame struggles and found their success in the 44th episode of the Retail Is Podcast.
Friday Aug 06, 2021
Episode 43
Friday Aug 06, 2021
Friday Aug 06, 2021
Our very own LOVEVA Marketing Coordinator, Abby Schiano, stops by the show to talk about LOVEVA. She also goes into detail on how she's been using Instagram to reach a greater audience than ever before. You will not want to miss out on her tips for expanding your Instagram!
Friday Jul 23, 2021
Friday Jul 09, 2021
Episode 41
Friday Jul 09, 2021
Friday Jul 09, 2021
We're joined by Gary Hughes, owner of Gangsta Dog, to talk about his dog treat (and much more!) business. We explore the history of the company name, his love for the area, and what he's doing to make sure his business stands out.
Friday Jun 25, 2021
Episode 40
Friday Jun 25, 2021
Friday Jun 25, 2021
It's June and that means Pride Month! To celebrate, we sit down with Christian Strange, HRBOR, to talk about Virginia's first LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce. We learn all about their mission, what pride month means to them, and what we can do to support LGBTQ+ businesses in Hampton Roads.
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Episode 39
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Jim White, Jim White Fitness, joins us on the show to talk about his journey from a young man with $400 in his pocket and an idea to a business owner with multiple locations. Plus tons of fitness talk and we learn his favorite exercise and meal. Listen now!