Main Street Makers
Main Street Makers don’t just build businesses — they build communities. From hair salons to construction companies, we spotlight small business owners who are conquering challenges, discovering opportunities, and developing healthy operations. Learn how others are making a profit while also making our neighborhoods more vibrant, connected places to live.
Main Street Makers
Latest Episodes
How to scale a business with systems, delegation, and smart financing with Dondre Smith
Dondre Smith is founder and CEO of Almighty Clothing and a business credit coach at Nav. In this episode, he shares how he scaled his fashion streetwear brand by improving structure and hiring the right support. He breaks down how to outsour...
Mothers building businesses: Their real stories | Mother’s Day special
In this Mother’s Day Special, we highlight stories from past guests Emma Muntunga, Tanya Patterson, Christine Hodge, Terri Courser, Marty McDonald, and Bethany Bayless, who are building businesses while raising families. They share why they sta...
How to start a residential senior care home business (Costs, licensing and what to expect) with Emma Mutunga
In this episode, Emma Mutunga shares how she built a residential care home business from scratch with no prior experience, turning her own home into a safe and trusted space for elderly care. She breaks down the realities of starting in a highl...
#25 Tanya Patterson: Building a successful real estate business through referrals and word of mouth
In this episode, Tanya Patterson, owner of Patterson Investments, shares how she transitioned from high tech into real estate and built a thriving business through referrals and word of mouth. She also breaks down different paths in real estate...
#24 Bethany Bayless: How creating an authentic brand attracted her ideal customer
Does building a brand ever feel elusive? Learn how to develop one that both reflects your passion and attracts and retains your target audience. In this episode, Bethany Bayless of Wildwind Lane share...