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Sippi

Sippi

By: Caleb Brown Christopher Spence
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Highly Caffeinated Conversation in the Dirty South Christianity Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Spirituality
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  • Episode 0056 Share Your Story: Fallon Dyle
    Jul 11 2025

    This week the guys talk with Fallon Dyle, a research & product development chemist and founder of Sustainovate, a manufacturing consulting company. The discussion covers her unconventional career path from forensic chemistry to starting her own venture after a pivotal professional event.

    Sustainovate focuses on sustainable and innovative product development, offering services from ideation to manufacturing and distribution, with a strong emphasis on environmentally conscious practices and educating consumers about misleading product labeling. The conversation also touches on intellectual property protection, with Fallon sharing her beliefs on trade secrets versus patents for unique products.

    Ever wondered how to get from idea to physical product? Then be sure to catch this episode on the podcast platform of your choice!

    Special thanks to Indicium for editing this episode!

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Episode 0055 Share Your Story: Tommy Teepell
    Jun 25 2025

    This week’s amazing interview is with Tommy Teepell, co-owner of Grin Coffee. Tommy tells the guys all about his incredible entrepreneurial journey. He recounts his homeschooling experience, early ventures in fashion design and toy invention, and the serendipitous start of Grin Coffee as a family hobby using a popcorn machine. Tommy emphasizes the role of community support and faith throughout the company's growth, from early struggles to expanding into a physical retail location - reminding us of the critical importance of passion, grit, and humility in overcoming obstacles and achieving success.

    Want to be motivated? Want to be reminded that entrepreneurship is hard and that just because it’s hard that DOES NOT mean you are doing it wrong? Then take a moment to hear Tommy’s inspiring story on the platform of your choice!

    Sincere thanks to Indicium for editing this episode!

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Episode 0054 SBDC & MCDP
    Jun 16 2025

    This week the guys talk with Rita Mitchell, Director of the Pine Belt Small Business Development Center, and Lori Watts, President of the Marion County Development Partnership. They discuss the vital role their organizations play in supporting businesses, from startups to established enterprises, especially in times of crises like natural disasters, economic downswings, and even global pandemics!

    The conversation highlights how these centers provide free, confidential counseling and connect entrepreneurs with essential resources – emphasizing the importance of planning, realistic expectations, and adaptability in the ever-evolving business landscape. They also take some time to discuss the impact of AI on small businesses and share insights on common pitfalls for entrepreneurs, such as seeking non-existent grants and insufficient market research.

    If you have ever wondered how the SBDC or your local county development partnership can help take your company to the next level, be sure to check out this episode on the platform of your choice!

    Special thanks to Indicium for editing this episode!

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    1 hr and 10 mins

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