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The Ground Up Podcast
by Keisha & Aaron Rock
This podcast is a walk in the life of entrepreneurship! We interview people from all walks of life but have one thing in common..they have taken risks, went against the grain and rose to the occasion to thrive in their purpose. This podcast will be a source of knowledge, inspiration and proof that greatness can be born from THE GROUND UP.
Episodes
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Where is The Ground Up Podcast?
Closing time. For all thats to come with Ground Up Media -->Follow us on Instagram & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://linktr.ee/grounduppodcast
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EP 70 Mixing It Up with The J Bar Mobile Bartending
Interview with the brother and sister duo behind The Jay Bar Mobile Bartending, Jennifer and Marvin..best known as The first lady Jennifer Fierce and Mr. Whiskey Business. Their business isn't just built on whipping up good drinks. They are building family legacy. Listen Learn & Be Inspired....
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EP 69 Do You Know The Funnel Cake Man?
Interview with Chef Andre Cason best known as Chef Dre. He is the founder of Cason Funnel Cakes, located in Richmond, VA. Chef Dre created a business founded on family, fun and imagination. His desire to see people happy drives his ambition. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Chef Dre on...
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EP 68 Pig & Brew and All Things Entrepreneurial with Lamarr Johnson
Interview with Lamarr Johnson, serial entrepreneur best known throughout RVA for his restaurant Pig & Brew. Lamarr's entrepreneur story didn't start with Pig & Brew and it doesn't end here. Listen Learn & Be Inspired Connect with Lamarr on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/owninspiration/…
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EP 67 Get Rooted with Rooted Delights
Interview with Janay Jones, founder and co-owner of Rooted Delights, the best vegan cheese made from oats! Rooted delights has been featured in VegNews Magazine, local magazines like Richmond Grid and reviewed and approved by Tabitha Brown herself. Janay shares how Rooted Delights all began, the...
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EP 66 Tuesdays Together 804
On this episode of The Ground Up Podcast we'll introduce you to RVA's newest small business owner community group, Tuesdays Together 804, led by Kristen Gardner owner of Joy Jr Treats. Tuesdays Together 804 meets every first Tuesday of the month to network and "talk business". This TGUP episode...
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EP 65 It All Led To Desserts, Event Planning & Entrepreneurship
Interview with Allison Dugal owner of Design Create Shop Event Planning & Custom Desserts. After years spent pouring into other peoples businesses, Allison took her skills and experience and put it to work for herself. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Allison & DCS Events...
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The Breakdown: Is your Network your Net Worth?
Is your Network your Net Worth? Let’s break it down. Follow TGUP on Instagram & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://linktr.ee/grounduppodcast Support this podcast by becoming a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/thegrounduppodcast?fan_landing=true This Podcast Episode is sponsored by...
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Welcome to The BreakDown
Welcome to The BreakDown. Host, Aaron Rock sits down with Entrepreneur Rialand Jones and Artist/Business Owner Justin Q Young and talks Mindset on the Entrepreneur Journey. How do you need to think when you're building from the ground up? Let's break it down. Follow TGUP on Instagram & Subscribe…
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EP 64 Keisha Rock Talks Success
As we near our 2yr Podcast Anniversary I wanted to take this episode to give TGUP updates, announcements and talk success. I’ll share 5 things I’ve learned successful people do. Listen Learn & Be Inspired✨ Follow TGUP on Instagram & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:...
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EP 63 Blow Jobs with Ms.Lois of Balloons and Things
Interview with Ms. Lois, The Queen of Balloons, Celebrity Decorator and owner of Balloons and Things. She has decorated for celebrities such as TI & Tiny of Family Hustle and Kandi Burrus of Atlanta Housewives. Ms. Lois is blowing up the balloon game! Did we mention she bought the block? Listen...
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EP 62 Meeting of The Minds
Are you sure it's not a cult? This episode is a special treat featuring our good friends Steph & Whams. Listen Learn & Be Inspired Connect with Steph:https://www.instagram.com/rawsugarent/ Connect with Whams:https://www.instagram.com/nowhams/ Follow TGUP on Instagram & Subscribe to our YouTube...
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EP 61 Bet On Faith of Unlocking RVA
Interview with Dr. Faith Wilkerson founder and owner of Unlocking RVA. Along with being well-educated she’s well known for her entrepreneur venture bringing Richmond the most creative and unforgettable events to date. You can Bet On Faith to bring good vibes and good times. Listen Learn & Be...
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EP 60 The Collective with Lowe Maceo
Interview with Lowe Maceo owner of The Collective, RVA’s premier creative marketing agency and retail space. Lowe is no stranger to hard work and grinding. He's built a brand and business with creativity, strategy and discipline but these days he's delegating, setting boundaries and learning...
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EP 59 Full Circle with Justin Q Young
Interview with Justin Q Young owner of Paint N Sip. Justin is an Artist, Author and Reformed Hustler. Street life and prison time are a part of his journey but it was his mindset and innate talent that led him to the success and freedom he has today. Listen Learn & Be Inspired ✨ Connect with…
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EP 58 The Book Bar with Krystle Dandridge
Interview with Krystle Dandridge owner of Richmond's new black-owned and woman-owned bookstore The Book Bar. Krystle’s entrepreneur journey didn't start here but her desire to create a space for the culture and give a voice to those often silenced led her right where she was meant to be. Listen...
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EP. 57 The Future of Restaurants with Chef DQ
Interview with Daquan Woodberry better known as Chef DQ. He is a professionally trained Chef, Former Marine, Restaurant Owner, Delivery Service App creator and now venturing in the tech restaurant business space. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Chef DQ:https://linktr.ee/ChefDQ Follow…
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EP 56 More Than an Athlete with Nate Daniels
Interview with Nate Daniels, owner of Daniels Sports Performance. As an Entrepreneur, former Professional Football Player and Children's book Author, Nate knows what it takes to get to the next level. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Daniels Sports...
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EP 55 Victoria's Kitchen Kids Cooking School
Interview with Ellen Victoria Luckey, owner of Victoria's Kitchen Kids Cooking School. Ellen is a woman who understands business can be built from your love for family and community. She has built a family-owned business, brick and mortar location and has been recognized and awarded for Victorias...
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EP 54 Pop of Confetti with Allison Smith-Mackey
Interview with Allison Smith-Mackey owner of Pop of Confetti. Allison is a crafter, creative and business woman. She has created an interactive retail experience highlighting whimsical and colorful designs by 15+ woman owned artisan businesses. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Allison &...
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BONUS EP: Let’s Check In with Ruby Scoops
Rabia Kamara, owner of Ruby Scoops, shared her entrepreneur story with us on EP 13 The Scoop On Ruby. If you missed it, here's your cue to go listen! On this bonus episode we check in with Rabia. With her success on Food Network's Clash of The Cones competition and new business venture Suzy Sno,...
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BONUS EP: Let’s Check In with Hill & River Collection
Owners of Hill & River Collection, Reggie and Kena Odrick shared their entrepreneur story with us on EP 31 Hill & River Collection: Just The Beginning. If you missed it, here's your cue to go listen! On this bonus episode we check in with Reggie and Kena. They share their success, transitions and...
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BONUS EP: Let’s Check In with Soul Taco
Trey Owens owner of Soul Taco shared his entrepreneur story with us on Episode 22 The Man Behind Soul Taco. If you missed it, here's your cue to go listen! On this bonus episode we check in with Trey. He shares how he and his business partners (Ari Augenbaum and Nar Hovnanian) have expanded Soul...
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BONUS EP: Let’s Check In with Ivory Akeisha
Brand and Lifestyle Photographer, Ivory Akeisha, shared her entrepreneur story with us on EP 37 More Than A Photo with Ivory Akeisha. If you missed it, here's your cue to go listen! On this bonus episode we check in with Keisha. She shares her next business move and welcomes 2022. Listen, Learn &...
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BONUS EP: Let’s Check In with Karmalita’s
Andrea Johnson owner of Karmalita's shared her entrepreneur story with us on Episode 23 Sugar Coated & Toasted with Andrea Johnson. If you missed it, here's your cue to go listen! On this bonus episode we check in with Karmalita's. You're in for a treat. Listen, Learn & Be Inspired Connect with...
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EP 53 Here To Spread Joy with Joy Jr. Treats
Interview with Kristen Gardner, owner of Joy Jr Treats Studio & Café. Joy Jr. Treats may be new to Richmond but Kristen is not new to entrepreneurship and the business of baking. It’s in her blood. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Kristen & Joy Jr. Treats:https://joyjrtreats.company.site/...
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EP 52 Hustle & Heart with Derrick Smith
Interview with Derrick Smith owner of Legacy Videography. Derrick’s drive, determination and positive mindset led him to step out on faith. Now he's capturing experiences and creating Legacy. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Derrick & Legacy...
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EP 51 What's To Come with The Rocks
We share our vision and mission for The Ground Up Podcast and our journey with entrepreneurship. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Follow TGUP on Instagram & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://linktr.ee/grounduppodcast Support this podcast by becoming a Patreon member:...
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EP 50 From Part-time Hostess To Croaker’s Spot Owner with Sherita McGowan
Interview with Sherita McGowan owner of Croaker’s Spot Restaurants. Croaker’s Spot is well known and well loved for its seafood, soul food and southern hospitality. Sherita’s work ethic, loyal character and business sense led her from part-time hostess to Owner. Listen, Learn & Be Inspired.…
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EP 49 One Tough Cookie with Lacey Fisher of Cookie Lane
Interview with Lacey Fisher owner of Cookie Lane. With baking in her blood and determination to create a legacy Lacey has built a thriving business that’s on the fast track to great success. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Connect with Lacey & Order from Cookie Lane:...
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EP 48 The Business of Fun with Ivy Picnics
Interview with Mariea Terrell owner of Ivey Picnics. These luxurious picnics with jaw dropping aesthetics has gained this business much success within the first 6 months of launching. Mariea is intentional about finding joy in her business and sharing the fun with her 30K followers on TikTok.…
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EP 47 Mr. Baker & The Black Village of RVA
Interview with Darrick Hanks-Harris, the man behind Mr. Baker incredible cakes & founder of The Black Village of RVA. Darrick is an entrepreneur visionary who contributes his success to Crazy Faith. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Order from Mr. Baker:https://www.instagram.com/mrbaker26/ Connect with...
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EP 46 The Business of Fashion with The Yarn Guru
Interview with Iyona Precia, fashion creative and owner of The Dope Dollz Brand. Overcoming fear is necessary in entrepreneurship. Iyona is fearless but she wasn’t always this way. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Shop Dope Dollz Brand:https://www.thedopedollzbrand.com/ Connect with Iyona on...
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EP 45 Make The Connection
Interview with Rob YB Youngblood of YBConnects, LLC. You ever hear that phrase- “Business is all in who you know”? YB has creating a successful business through Making Connections. Since 2016 YB has empowered over 500 Entrepreneurs to LevelUp on LinkedIn to create cash flow. Listen, Learn & Be...
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EP 44 Giving Up Is Not An Option with Kayla Wright
Interview with Kayla Wright owner of Titans and Tiaras Children's Boutique. Kayla started this business because of her love for children, fashion and strong desire to one day not work for anyone but herself. Eight months in she realized this wasn't going to be easy but with time, consistency and...
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EP 43 Serial Social Entrepreneur with Korinn Y. Carter
Interview with Korinn Y. Carter, owner of Korinn Y Carter Enterprises, Inc. Korinn is widely known for founding the St. Luke Legacy Center, a community center in Richmond VA. Korinn is a serial social entrepreneur whose Grit, Hustle and Heart are equally matched. Connect with Korinn:...
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EP 42 Divine Direction with Jennifer Counter
Interview with Jennifer Counter, Business Consultant and owner of Counter's Tutoring Connection. Through divine direction Jennifer has learned to use her gifts to create businesses that tap into her purpose. She shares her knowledge on business credit and how to legitimize your business from the...
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EP 41 Embracing Money Confidence with Jillian Todd
Interview with Jillian Todd owner of Atlantic Bookkeeping and Finance. Jillian went from an overworked bookkeeper earning $150/month to Virtual CFO and coach earning over $6,000/month working less than 20 hours a week in less than 2 years. Listen Learn & Be Inspired. Check out Jillians Business &...
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EP 40 Power Couple Builds Interior Design Company
Interview with Power Couple, Melanie & Denisha Walker owners of Studio MD Home an interior design company. Entrepreneurship had always been the vision but after mistreatment in the corporate world entrepreneurship became the plan. Now after 5yrs of building a successful business their gratitude…
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EP 39 A Woman About Her Money with Joanna Pennick
Interview with Joanna Penick, owner of Death By Glitter. Joanna is an artist, jewelry maker and all around Creative. Being a hard worker was ingrained in her but she’s had to overcome the fear of sharing her work. At the end of the day Joanna is a woman about her money. Listen Learn & Be…
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EP 38 The Prince of Poses
Interview with Big and Tall Model Michael Stone, better known as Mykey. After a life changing health event Mykey decided to honor the body that survived and go after his dreams. Two years of putting in work and learning his craft has led to signing with Gamut Management agency. Mykey will be...
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After Party Track 1
This After Party features Chelsea Rowley - Friend Of The Podcast, Demetria Fitzgerald owner of Candles for the Culture, Monique Thornhill Owner of CitrisSan Hand Sanitizing CO. and Andrea Steaks owner of Integria Virtual Staffing. Follow TGUP on Instagram & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:...
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EP 37 More Than A Photo with Ivory Akeisha
Interview with Ivory Akeisha, brand and lifestyle photographer. Entrepreneurship is not a new journey for Keisha but this time around she’s making strategic moves that puts her outside her comfort zone and onto the path of success. Ivory Akeisha is a whole vibe. Listen Learn and Be Inspired Ivory...
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EP 36 The Drop Off Chef: It All Started With $30
Interview with Tiara Smith AKA The Drop Off Chef. With the support of her family and a network full of RVA movers and shakers The Drop Off Chef has become a well known gourmet lunch experience. Chef T is a prime example that with belief in oneself, faith and consistency dreams can become...
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EP 35 Entrepreneur Spirit with Rialand Lammar
Interview with Rialand Jones, owner of Lammar Marie Gourmet Popcorn. Lammar Marie had a challenging start but Rialand’s ability to build relationships and put in the work revived his business. Rialand also shares his previous entrepreneur ventures that didn’t exactly go as planned but with his...
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EP 34 The Best Things Can Come From The Bottom
Interview with Chef Tye Hall owner of Hooks Lunch Box Mobile Cafe and T&R Catering. This interview quickly takes a turn when Chef Tye opens up about the financial challenges in the early years of entrepreneurship and the importance of persistence and belief in oneself. Chef Tye is real…
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EP 33 Divine Instructions with Chef Coco
Interview with Sequoia Ross, AKA Chef Coco, owner of Favour Cookie Company. When Chef Coco rediscovered her faith her life changed and it's never been the same. From the quality of her vegan cookies to the way her businesses is growing and thriving there's no doubt Favour Cookie Company is Highly...
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Ep 32 Lillie Pearl: A Taste To Legacy
Interview with Chef Mike Lindsey owner of Lillie Pearl Restaurant. Chef Mike has been intentional about developing his craft and it shows with the success of Lillie Pearl. Chef Mike shares the key for success in entrepreneurship is to Follow Your heart , Stay True To Yourself and Do What You…
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EP 31 Hill & River Collection: Just The Beginning
Interview with Kena and Reggie Odrick, owners of Hill & River Collection. This Power Couple took their stimulus money and started a business. Now they're bringing us incredible candles filling our home with Virginia's scents. The Odrick's share with us about their loss and how they were able to...
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EP 30 Life After Going Viral with Jessica Rose
Interview with Jessica Rose, full-time Digital Content Creator & Entertainer. She recently released her first children’s book now making her a Self-Published Author of “Mommy Can You Rap Me A Bedtime Story? Jessica keeps it real with us about handling business in the Content Creation World —from...
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This podcast is a walk in the life of entrepreneurship! We interview people from all walks of life but have one thing in common..they have taken risks, went against the grain and rose to the occasion to thrive in their purpose. This podcast will be a source of knowledge, inspiration and proof that greatness can be born from THE GROUND UP.
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Keisha & Aaron Rock
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