Episode 35 : Spirited Ambition

Send us Fan MailThis week, we recorded from the upstairs loft at The Depot (shoutout to Jeff and those $10 Sunday pizzas 🙌) and welcomed Kiah and Bella of Roaming Spirits Bar for a conversation about building a business with boldness, heart and just the right amount of controlled chaos.From homemade syrups to espresso martinis with tequila (yes, tequila), this episode is about more than cocktails. It’s about showing up, taking risks and choosing ambition on purpose.We’re sipping blueberry lavender lemonade and a cinnamon espresso martini while talking about:Starting a mobile bartending business on a literal TikTok signMoving states to chase a dreamBeing women-owned in the hospitality industryThe momentum shift from 5 events in a year… to 4 in one monthWhy cost-effective doesn’t mean cookie-cutterThe real value of investing in experienceThis one is fun, inspiring and just a little bit unhinged in the best way.💡 How Roaming Spirits StartedA cruise. A conversation about hating their jobs. A TikTok that said “start a mobile bartending business.” A house that “just happened” to become available.Bella packed up a U-Haul. Kiah leaned into marketing. They built their bar together.And just like that… Roaming Spirits was born.👯‍♀️ Women-Owned & UnapologeticWe talk about:What it’s like being women business owners in a male-dominated industryThe difference between being the face of a bar… and owning itCommunity over competitionSupporting other local women-owned businesses (Dress Gallery, Set Theory Marketing, Crumbs by Jaz, Vu Events and more)Their approach is collaborative, transparent and rooted in lifting others up.📈 The March MomentumLast year: 5 total events.This March alone: 4 bookings.Including:A Vietnamese tea engagement ceremonyA bridal event with Dress GalleryA branding re-launch with custom rose espresso martinisA storefront celebration for Set Theory MarketingMomentum feels exciting… and a little overwhelming. But they’re embracing it.🍹 What Makes Them DifferentRoaming Spirits:Curates signature cocktails around the clientProvides custom alcohol lists so clients aren’t overwhelmedMakes all syrups in-houseOffers open bar packages with no hidden feesAllows clients to keep leftover alcoholTheir philosophy:The cost of not investing in experience? A cookie-cutter event.And they are not here for cookie-cutter.❤️ Real Talk MomentsWe close with reflections on:Not apologizing for being loudAllowing yourself to ask questions instead of pretending to know everythingShowing up for your business partner on hard daysBuilding something that feels like alignment, not obligationThis episode is proof that ambition doesn’t have to be harsh. It can be spirited.🎭 What’s Coming UpWe’re seeing STOMP with Broadway in Wichita (March 4!)Tracy from Groover Labs joins us later this monthAnd yes… we’re already planning a Roaming Spirits content day collab📲 Connect with Roaming SpiritsFollow them on Instagram: @roaming.spiritsbarCheck out their website for bookings and upcoming merch.Support the show