Small Business, Big Impact: Diane Hardy’s Mission from Bakery to Statehouse

Joey Hudson sits down with Diane Hardy, co-owner of Nothing Bundt Cakes in Greenville and Greer, and founder of the Mom and Pop Alliance of South Carolina, for a compelling two-part conversation. Diane shares her unexpected journey from healthcare professional to successful bakery owner, and how the red tape of launching a small business in Greenville led her to advocacy work in Columbia. In Part 1, Diane discusses building a thriving business, expanding into Greer, and the importance of community involvement. In Part 2, she dives into the mission of the Mom and Pop Alliance, an organization she founded to give small businesses a voice at the Statehouse. From tort reform to tax legislation, Diane outlines the key issues she’s tackling and why small business owners need better representation. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, policymaker, or bundt cake enthusiast, this is a powerful look at how one woman turned sweet success into meaningful change for small businesses across South Carolina.