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.

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Episode 46

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.

Episode 45

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.

Episode 44

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!

Episode 43

Grace from Droofin joins us to talk about the local beer delivery service. Listen in to learn how they are partnering with Hampton Road's breweries to get great beers into the hands of customers all around the region.

Episode42

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.

Episode 41

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.

Episode 40

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!

Episode 39

We sit down for a chat with Mark Bernecker, Cloud9, to talk about the cloud-based VoIP service provider. The talk goes from where the technology is heading to a quiz of all the acronyms that fill his field!

Episode 38

We talk with Andy Sutter, Freedom Boat Club, about how he was able to navigate COVID-19 and handle the sudden increase in boating interest brought on by the pandemic.

Episode 37

We are joined by Ginnele Shonyo, co-owner of Southern Eats, in this episode of the Retail Is Podcast. Together we talk about her and her husband's journey to opening their first restaurant, the struggles that COVID-19 has brought, and the light at the end of the tunnel. 

Episode 36

We are joined by Walt Gardner, owner of Village Bicycles, to talk about the fascinating journey he went through to eventually own the very store he worked in as a young boy. We also talk about how they are handling the pandemic and the increased interest in biking it has caused. 

Episode 35

Ken Less joins us to talk about his charity foundation, PingPong.Gives. A foundation that combines two of his passions, helping those in need and ping pong. 

Episode 34

We sit down with Adam Connolly, co-owner of Capstan Bar Brewing, to talk about business, brothers, and of course, beer!

Episode 33

Phil Smith, owner of Brick Anchor Brewhouse stops by the show to talk about how he works with both the local and business community to support not just his business, but all the other downtown Norfolk businesses near him.

Episode 32

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