Jeri Carter of Queen's Reward Meadery shares on this episode about their Mississippi made mead. Mead is wine made by fermenting honey rather than grapes, and you can taste their mead in Tupelo or purchase at liquor stores. Queen's Reward Meadery was opened in 2016 and Jeri describes this venture as the most terrifying fun she has ever had. Listen in on this episode to learn about their experience as entrepreneurs in the state.

Made In Mississippi

S11E4 Mead in Mississippi - Queen's Reward Meadery

NewSouth NeuroSpine is a state of the spine care devoted to care of the spine. One of John Davis' best advice is to pick the right people first, and then build your business around the skill set and people. There is no greater trainer than complications. For entrepreneurs, it is important to do what you do well, and make sure it doesn't stay hidden. Use your skills to keep people and bring people to Mississippi. You can learn more about their business at www.ns2.md

S11E3 NewSouth NeuroSpine in the South

Becky Russell doesn't have a job, and instead she does what she loves every day. Russell Media Consultants is a Public Relations Marketing Video Production company. While Becky is not a MS native, she says that Mississippi has her heart and this is where she always wants to live. Becky's main advice is to listen, ask questions, and listen even more. Check the company out at russellmediaconsultants.com or email Becky at becky@russellmediaconsultants.com

S11E2 The Secret Power Of Listening To Your Clients With Becky Russell

Stephen Kirkpatrick of Kirkpatrick Wildlife Photography joins us on this episode to discuss his journey and experiences as a wildlife photographer. Listen in to hear some of his exciting stories from shoots, and about some of his work with Netflix, BBC, NBC, and Nat Geo. Currently, you can find Stephen transitioning into cinematography and videography.  Check his work out at kirkpatrickwildlife.com  

S11E1 In the Wild with Stephen Kirkpatrick

Inaka Tea is the first bottled grain tea company in the US, and it launched in October 2020. There was a lot of trail and error in this business starting, and Chat Phillips speaks to what that experience was like for them. Chat's best advice is to adapt your business to the process rather than expecting the commercial world to adapt to your process. You can check out their business and brand at inakatea.com or on Instagram @inaka_tea 

S10E10 Inaka Tea- Something New in both Mississippi and the US

Tate Taylor, director of The Help, is an entrepreneur to be admired. Taylor describes the roles friendship and connections have played throughout his working life, and he talks about how he is bringing that connection back to Natchez. In Natchez, Taylor has opened a restaurant and is working with the non-profit Film Natchez. If you want to hear more about the film community in MS, check out filmnatchez.org

S10E9 Director, Entrepreneur, and Writer Tate Taylor

When you think innovation in Mississippi, Dr. Nashlie Sephus needs to come to mind. Both Dr. Sephus and her non-profit, The Bean Path, have made tremendous efforts in revitalizing and growing the state. Listen to this episode to hear about the way Dr. Sephus is sowing a way for technology, entrepreneurs, and most importantly people within the state. Check out jxntechdisrict.com and thebeanpath.org to learn more.

S10E8 Sowing Technical Expertise in Jackson with Dr. Nashlie Sephus

Cathead Distillery was founded in 2010 was co-founded by today's guest, Austin, and his business partner Richard. Since 2010, Austin and Evan have produced and manufactured a variety of products. During the pandemic, Cathead Distillery played a vital role in the state through the production of hand sanitizer. One way they continuously serve the state is through their support of musicians and artists. Check them out at catheaddistillery.com

S10E7 Austin Evans of Cathead Distillery

Mississippi native Dr. Grace Sturdivant founded Otopro with the intention of helping people protect their hearing. Dr. Sturdivant specializes in hearing protection for hunters, swimmers, musicians, police officers, and other fields. Hearing clearly is a key to communication, and Otopro exists to help you hear clearly and safely. Listen in as Dr. Sturdivant shares the importance of protecting your hearing functionally. Check out https://www.otoprotechnologies.com/ for your custom hearing protection,

S10E6 Hearing about Change- Dr. Grace Sturdivant of Otopro

Emmie King joins us on this episode to discuss what is like owning a family business, and how hard work has been ingrained into her. As a child, Emmie watched her mom become the first women business owner in MS when her mom founded Nandy's Candy. Emmie shares with us what it has looked like to carry on a family business. We know that you will enjoy this episode, give it a listen.

S10E5 Emmie King of Nandy's Candy

Join us on this episode as we talk with Adrea Blackwell of Seaside Fitness. Seaside Fitness is a fitness studio in Ocean Springs where every day is different. Listen in as Adrea shares how her life experiences shaped her to be able to open and operate Seaside Fitness. If you want to find out more, check them out on Facebook, Instagram, 

S10E4 Adrea Maxwell of Seaside Fitness-Functional Training Studio

Sam Creekmore and Frank Dodds join us to discuss their baseball league. Cotton States Baseball League has existed off and on in Mississippi since 1903, and it is the definition of being Made in Mississippi. Sam and Frank have revitalized this league to incorporate collegiate players, high schoolers, and junior high. Just recently, Sam and Frank added on a coastal league in addition to their northern leagues. If you want to learn more, check them out at cottonstatesleague.com or social media.

S10E3 Cotton States Baseball League

Nathan Wells is the co-founder and principal of Path Company which is an infrastructure solutions company. Nathan has a background in politics, and he discusses how those skills and experiences translated into co-founding Path Company. Tune in to hear his story as an entrepreneur in Mississippi!

S10E2 Nathan Wells of Path Company

On this episode of Made in Mississippi, Micajah Sturdivant tells us about MMI. Micajah shares with us about the start of their family business in 1956, and the role it has played in the Mississippi hospitality industry. You'll also hear advice for entrepreneurs within the state. We know you'll enjoy this episode of Made in Mississippi.

S10E1 Micajah Sturdivant of MMI Hotel Group

On this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast Wade Phillips, John Hegi, and Drew Hegi tell us about Brick City Drugs. You’ll hear about the value of a local pharmacy, the power of the hustle, and the ability to stay focused on a vision. Additionally, you’ll hear details about Brick City Compounding, and the guys other businesses. We know you’ll enjoy this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast. 

S9E10 Brick City Drugs

The Made In Mississippi podcast will interview successful Mississippians to gain valuable insights into their approach to business, life as a busy entrepreneur and what they’ve learned throughout the course of their career. Collectively, we know this will be a dynamic resource to educate and encourage other Mississippians who may be feeling the negative connotations to launching, growing, or keeping their business in our state.

hubhopper

Made In Mississippi

hubhopper