213 | New Friends and New Adventures: Exploring Mississippi's Best Kept Secrets

Joel Bennett's Southern Hospitality: Reinventing Small Town Living in New Albany and Ripley, Mississippi. In this episode of Life Coach BFF Show, hosted by Heather Pettey, listeners are invited to explore the charming southern towns of New Albany and Ripley, Mississippi. Heather shares a unique story about her impromptu phone call to the New Albany Chamber of Commerce, leading to new friendships with Jan Cossitt and Joel Bennett. Jan and Joel share their exciting projects, including Joel's ambitious Henderson Building redevelopment in New Albany, which will feature a restaurant, hotel, spa, and speakeasy. They also discuss Ripley's Inn on the Square, a boutique hotel in a historic building that Joel owns. Whether you're considering small-town living or seeking midlife inspiration, this episode offers a blend of southern charm, community spirit, and innovative ventures. Link here to tour the Inn on the Square on Youtube Follow Joel Bennett on TikToc Contact Joel: Phone (601) 941-7934 Email: [email protected] Investment Opportunity: $825,000   Mentioned in this episode: Revive Menopause Retreats for Midlife Women: https://www.ourmidlifemoxie.com/reviveretreatsformidlifewomen Connect with Host Heather Pettey: Email: [email protected] Website: WWW.HEATHERPETTEY.COM Speaker Request: Click here Instagram @HeatherPettey_ Facebook: @HeatherPettey1 Linkedin: @HeatherPettey Book: "Keep It Simple, Sarah" (Amazon bestseller) Facebook Group: @midlifemoxie Business Website: www.ourmidlifemoxie.com Don't forget to subscribe to the Life Coach BFF Show for more inspiring content and practical life advice! *Quick Disclaimer- Heather Pettey is a certified coach and not a therapist. Always seek the support of a therapist for clinical mental health issues.       00:00 Welcome to Life Coach BFF Show 00:38 A Day Trip to New Albany 01:26 Meet Jan Coset and Joel Bennett 01:43 Exploring Joel's Ambitious Project 02:02 The Tanglefoot Trail and Small Town Perks 05:04 Lunch at Tallahatchie Gourmet 06:08 Joel's Restaurant and Speakeasy 14:32 Ripley Feed and Seed Inn 21:29 A Change of Lifestyle in Ripley 28:19 Upcoming REVIVE Retreat 29:39 Final Thoughts and Farewell