Made In Mississippi
178 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 52 ratingsThe Made In Mississippi podcast will interview successful Mississippians to gain valuable insights into their approach to business, life as a busy entrepreneur and what they’ve learned throughout the course of their career. Collectively, we know this will be a dynamic resource to educate and encourage other Mississippians who may be feeling the negative connotations to launching, growing, or keeping their business in our state.
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S8E1 Chris Ortego of Cotton Blues Restaurant
June 01, 2020 20:53 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBChris Ortego is the owner of Cotton Blues, a restaurant in Hattiesburg, MS. They are renowned in the area for their delicious cheesecakes. Listen as Casey and Chris talk about how the journey of making Cotton Blues a thriving restaurant that creates jobs for hardworking Mississippians.
S7E11 Chris Ortego of Cotton Blues Restaurant
June 01, 2020 20:53 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBChris Ortego is the owner of Cotton Blues, a restaurant in Hattiesburg, MS. They are renowned in the area for their delicious cheesecakes. Listen as Casey and Chris talk about how the journey of making Cotton Blues a thriving restaurant that creates jobs for hardworking Mississippians.
S7 E10 Duane and Brady Raanes of Raanes Capital Advisors
May 08, 2020 06:18 - 31 minutes - 36.6 MBIn this episode Casey talks with Duane and Brady Raanes and talks about how they have grown Raanes Capital Advisors into the company that it is today.
S7E10 Duane and Brady Raanes of Raanes Capital Advisors
May 08, 2020 06:18 - 31 minutes - 36.6 MBIn this episode Casey talks with Duane and Brady Raanes and talks about how they have grown Raanes Capital Advisors into the company that it is today.
S7E9 Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling
April 17, 2020 15:16 - 46 minutes - 53.9 MBIn this episode Casey talks with Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling who own a divorce and family law firm together. Listen as they discuss the advantages and disadvantages of owning a law firm in Mississippi.
Special Episode: Entrepreneurs Discuss the Initial Impact of COVID-19 (Part 2 of 2)
March 31, 2020 23:17 - 35 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this second of a two episode mini-series Casey discusses the pressure that Mississippi business owners are experiencing during the initial response to COVID-19. Guests include Mark Henderson, Kristen Ley, and Chris Ray.
Special Episode: Entrepreneurs Discuss the Initial Impact of COVID-19 (Part 1 of 2)
March 31, 2020 14:33 - 29 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this special episode Casey discusses the pressure that Mississippi business owners are experiencing during the initial response to COVID-19. Guests include Dudley Wooley, Tripp Douglas, and Alex Eaton. Stay tuned for information from even more local business owners.
S7E8 Secretary of State Michael Watson
March 16, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 40.6 MBSecretary of State Michael David Watson, Jr. was born on December 22, 1977 in Pascagoula. He grew up as the son of a shipyard worker and bank teller. Today Casey talks with Secretary Watson about his experience as an entrepreneur and his hope for the future of Mississippi.
S7E7 Bilal Qizilbash of Smart Kale of Easy Kale
March 02, 2020 20:00 - 34 minutes - 39.5 MBBilal has presented lectures on leadership, innovation, and his team's cancer breakthrough at numerous conferences, most notably at the Global Health & Innovation Conference at Yale University attended by over 3,000 people. As the CEO of EasyKale Labs, he's continuing his research into the cancer-fighting properties of kale, while offering a next-generation product for making kale consumption easier--Bilal's EasyKale®. Bilal was recently named a 2019 Top Entrepreneur in Mississippi by th...
S7E6 Dan Hall
February 12, 2020 23:13 - 34 minutes - 40 MBDan Hall is an intuitive business consultant who specializes in executive coaching, personnel training, and motivational speaking. Listen as he and Casey discuss how he works with businesses to promote team building by helping each client tackle their unique struggles.
S7E5 Jonathan Shull and Bradley Adair
January 27, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 37.1 MBJon and Bradley are graphic design artists in Jackson with a heart for making connections and building relationships with their clients. Listen as they talk with Casey about some of the work they have done with local businesses in Jackson, and the hope they share for the city that they love.
S7E4 Brent Moreno Real Estate Investor And Coach
January 13, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBBrent Moreno sits down with Casey to talk about how he learned to counter the idea of needing to have money to make money using real estate. Listen as he talks about making connections with the right people, managing his business, and his hope for the future of Mississippi.
S7E3 Hunter Evans and Cody McCain of Elvie's Restaurant
December 24, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 44.7 MBElvie's is a new restaurant in the Historic Belhaven Neighborhood that is inspired by French cafes and aims to provide an exceptional culinary experience any time of day. Listen as Hunter, the owner and head chef, and his business partner Cody, the restaurant's general manager, talk about starting a business here in Jackson.
S7E2 Melissa Medley of VisionFirst Advisors
December 10, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 40.2 MBMelissa Medley is a hard working entrepreneur who has moved into an advising position with VisionFirst that helps communities grow with the business that support them. Listen to how she has learned to share her knowledge and experience to make a difference on a large scale.
S7E1 Dan Confait of DC Guitar Studio
November 21, 2019 21:33 - 20 minutes - 24.3 MBDan is a Mississippi native musician turned business owner. He has always loved performing music, but now that passion drives him to share that experience with his students. Listen as Dan and Casey discuss the success story of DC Guitar Studio.
S6E10 Andrew Wamble of Plum Creek Environmental Technologies
November 06, 2019 10:00 - 24 minutes - 28.7 MBToday Casey speaks with Andrew Wamble about Plum Creek Environmental Technologies. His father started the company after being laid off in a recent recession. Now the company has been around for 10 years and employs about 65 people. Come hear Andrew's story and gain insight on what has caused such remarkable growth.
S6E9 Carla Kirkland of The Kirkland Group
November 04, 2019 15:32 - 27 minutes - 31.8 MBThis week Casey interviews Carla Kirkland the owner of The Kirkland Group a company that specializes in college and career readiness. After starting a career in education she found that she desired to have more control over her schedule for her family. Today her hard work has developed her one woman operation into a thriving business offering multiple services. Listen here as she shares her story and her insight.
S6E8 Jason Ishee of Georgia Blue
October 09, 2019 09:00 - 34 minutes - 40.3 MBThis week Casey, talks with Jason Ishee of Georgia Blue. After losing a football scholarship in California to an injury, Jason shifted his strong work ethic and determination to a new passion, the restaurant industry. Today he has 5 different locations, three of which are his Georgia Blue Restaurant and the remaining two are his GB Bakery. Listen as Jason shares his story of building a thriving business in such a competitive industry.
S6E7 Laura Johns of The Small Town Creative
September 25, 2019 20:30 - 35 minutes - 41.3 MBThis week Casey interviews Laura Johns of The Small Town Creative. This name may sound familiar if you have listened to the podcast before. Laura has given some great advice on tackling social media and branding at the end of a lot of our episodes. We are excited to have Laura share her story.
S6E6 Alex Eaton of Restaurants Aplos and The Manship
September 12, 2019 09:00 - 36 minutes - 42.1 MBOn this episode of Made in Mississippi Casey talks with Alex Eaton who owns two restaurants in Jackson, Aplos Simple Mediterranean and The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen. They discuss the commitment and grit that it takes to maintain a business even after having a great start. Having recently gone through some tough times Alex talks about building a successful team and how it has helped his business thrive more than ever.
S6E5 Doug and Susan Williams of Kalalou
August 29, 2019 09:00 - 40 minutes - 47.2 MBDoug and Susan are a husband and wife duo who have thrived as business owners in Mississippi. Their story in entrepreneurship starts with a $500 vacation to Jamaica and a simple wicker basket. Listen to their story of how their business has grown more than they could have dreamed and has stood the test of time, thriving in recession and times of plenty.
S6E4 Paul Moak Jr. of Paul Moak Honda
August 14, 2019 20:35 - 56 minutes - 65.2 MBIf you have ever driven around Jackson, MS you have probably already seen his name on someone's bumper, if not the back of your own car. Paul Moak Jr., Dealer Principal at Paul Moak Honda, has worked with his family to build and maintain the first Honda Dealership in Mississippi. In their conversation Casey and Paul discuss the history of his family's involvement in the car dealership world as well as how they have continued to overcome adversity in the midst of fire and floods. Literally, f...
S6E3 Amy Head of Amy Head Cosmetics
July 31, 2019 19:50 - 54 minutes - 62.6 MBAmy Head of Amy Head Cosmetics talks with Casey about her journey of becoming an entrepreneur. Amy discusses the unexpected joy found in being wrong and closing doors, as these experiences have helped point her in the direction of where she has found success. She started out studying medicine and quickly shifted to establishing herself as a consultant and practicer in the field of make-up and cosmetics, living out her mission to help her clients look as beautiful on the outside as they are o...
S6E2 Jamie Wier, Michael Boerner, and Jack Allin of WBA Architecture
July 17, 2019 09:00 - 50 minutes - 57.9 MBOn this episode of Made in Mississippi Casey meets with Jamie, Michael, and Jack of Wier Boerner Allin Architecture. From the Brandon Amphitheater to Mississippi State's Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, these talented partners are making a lasting impact on our state.
S6E1 Scott Allen of A Plus Signs and Creative, Inc.
July 04, 2019 09:00 - 39 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this episode, Casey talks with Scott Allen from A Plus Signs and Creative, Inc. about how he got his start as an entrepreneur here in Jackson. From public art to commercial success, Scott talks about balancing the intricacies of running a business with his own desire to continue to contribute creatively.
Made in Mississippi: Casey Combest on Future Plans
June 25, 2019 18:39 - 9 minutes - 11.1 MBCasey takes time to thank sponsors and you, the viewers, for making this podcast possible while also sharing about plans for the future of Made in Mississippi. In addition, Casey interviews Amanda Wells from Wells & Co. about public relations.
S5E10 Harry Crumpler of T-Bones Records & Cafe
June 05, 2019 03:37 - 45 minutes - 52.6 MBThis episode of Made in Mississippi comes from the City of Hattiesburg. Harry Crumpler Jr talks about continuing to thrive as a record store owner while the music industry becomes less and less friendly for hard-copy retailers. T-Bones perseveres as a full scale record store while simultaneously operating as a full-menu cafe. We know you'll be challenged and encouraged by this episode of Made In Mississippi!
S5E9 Janice Cameron of Cups an Espresso Cafe
May 20, 2019 17:06 - 33 minutes - 38.9 MBIn 1993 a couple from Chicago who fell in love with Mississippi's rich and diverse culture decided they would buy a small cafe in Jackson. Today, we know that cafe as Cups. Now they have 11 different locations across the state. On this episode, Janice Cameron, who owns Cups with her husband, talks about using her love for art, coffee, music, and community as a catalyst for building a thriving local business here in Mississippi.
S5E8 Mary Sanders Ferriss of Ferriss+Co
May 03, 2019 11:00 - 32 minutes - 38.1 MBHere in Jackson, Ferriss+Co founder and interior designer Mary Sanders Ferris is making her mark. Her knack for creative and functional aesthetics have really set the stage for the growing restaurant scene in the Jackson Metro area. Babalu, Fine and Dandy, and Cultivation Food Hall are just a part of her impressive portfolio. Mary Sanders discusses thriving in a competitive and volatile career field and gives insight on how she and her team make it happen.
S5E7 Gene Dent, Will White, and Walter Wofford Talk Real Estate - Part 2
April 17, 2019 09:00 - 33 minutes - 38.9 MBReal estate is a great place for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn what its like to manage their own business. Gene Dent, Will White, and Walter Wofford share their unique goals and experiences in real estate to talk pitfalls, successes, and what it takes to thrive in the fertile Mississippi real estate market.
S5E6 Gene Dent, Will White, and Walter Wofford Talk Real Estate - Part 1
April 02, 2019 23:04 - 37 minutes - 43.6 MBReal estate is a great place for aspiring entrepreneurs to learn what its like to manage their own business. Gene Dent, Will White, and Walter Wofford share their unique goals and experiences in real estate to talk pitfalls, successes, and what it takes to thrive in the fertile Mississippi real estate market.
S5E5 Susan Hogue of Stages Magazine
March 20, 2019 19:21 - 19 minutes - 22.1 MBSusan Hogue is the owner of Stages, a "shelter" magazine that documents the extraordinary homes of Mississippi. Susan is an encouragement to aspiring business owners as she shares her experience and the wisdom she has gathered along the way.
S5E4 Chip, Tommy, and Dr.V of Miskelly Furniture
March 06, 2019 23:16 - 49 minutes - 56.2 MBMiskelly Furniture is a household name, if for no other reason, than most Mississippians households are furnished by Miskelly Furniture. You'll be encouraged by not only hearing their business strategy, but also their "Why" behind what they do each day.
S5E3 Carolyn Boteler of TempStaff
February 21, 2019 14:07 - 40 minutes - 46.2 MBCarolyn is the President of Tempstaff. Awarded the Top 50 CEO's in Mississippi, Carolyn has received numerous awards for her hard work in Staffing. Yet, the awards mean little compared to the lives she's changing every day by finding Mississippians meaningful careers.
S5E2 Doug Hederman of Hederman Brothers Printing
February 05, 2019 21:56 - 28 minutes - 33.2 MBDoug Hederman is the CEO of Hederman Brothers Printing founded in 1898 in Jackson, MS.
S5E1 Josh Norris of LeFleur Financial + Corkern & Norris
January 23, 2019 22:16 - 30 minutes - 35.7 MBJosh Norris, the Jackson Native, runs LeFleur Financial + Corkern & Norris CPA.
S4E10 Steve Davenport of TeleSouth Communications
January 07, 2019 19:29 - 20 minutes - 24.2 MBSteve Founded TeleSouth and has built it into a multimillion dollar business over the last 40+ years.
S4E9 David Dill of D+P Designs
November 20, 2018 17:00 - 39 minutes - 46 MBDavid and His partner have created a powerful brand that creates beauty for some of the biggest brands in the world. Including Whole Foods, Tesla, and Capri Blue Candles.
BONUS EPISODE with Vince Jordan of Lobaki
November 01, 2018 17:21 - 22 minutes - 26.6 MBVR, AR, XR, Get ready Misissippi!
S4E8 Mitch Wolverton CEO of DIG
October 19, 2018 13:18 - 36 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode we get into some incredibly impactful practices that have led to Mitch Wolverton's success. As the Founder and CEO of DIG Creative Solutions, Mitch graciously shares his expertise and experience to what's led to his success.
S4E7 Mary Jennifer Russell of Sugaree's Bakery
October 03, 2018 14:19 - 30 minutes - 35.6 MBWildly successful baker and Small Business Person of the year Mary Jennifer Russel joins us on this episode of Made In Mississippi.
S4E6 Jake Franklin of Deep South Pops
September 19, 2018 22:42 - 29 minutes - 34.2 MBGourmet Popsicles, who would have thought! Jake Franklin has built a successful, 2 location shop from just that concept.
S4E5 Bo Pentecost
September 11, 2018 21:30 - 26 minutes - 30.1 MBBo Pentacost, founder of Solve Design Studio, shares with us the power of knowing how to sell and his unique spin on marketing.
S4E4 Hartley Peavey
August 23, 2018 20:47 - 41 minutes - 47.7 MBHartley is a founder and CEO of Peavey Electronics Corporation and a well-known innovator in the musical equipment industry. Hartley Peavey founded Peavey Electronics, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of musical and professional audio equipment, in 1964 after building his first amplifier in 1956. Since its foundation, Peavey Electronics has been privately owned, and has grown massively from their humble beginnings in Hartley's basement in the 1950s.
S4E3 Paul Bonds of Bean Fruit Coffee
August 09, 2018 13:54 - 40 minutes - 45.8 MBIn this episode Paul Bonds tells of his transition from full-time employment to full-time entrepreneurship. He also reveals the key to a killer cup of coffee, his favorite business books, and the secret of his success.
S4E2 Neil White
July 25, 2018 13:40 - 26 minutes - 30.9 MBNeil White has been a newspaper editor, magazine publisher, advertising executive and federal prisoner. He lives in Oxford, Mississippi, where he operates a small publishing company, writes plays and essays, and teaches memoir writing. His memoir, In the Sanctuary of Outcasts (Morrow/HarperCollins), about the year he lived with the last victims of leprosy in the continental United States, was described by Publisher’s Weekly as “Brisk, ironic, perceptive . . . White’s introspective memoir p...
S4E1 Ted Duckworth
July 11, 2018 16:58 - 37 minutes - 42.7 MBTed J. Duckworth is Co-Manager of TDLDC, and President and CEO of Duckworth Realty, Inc. Ted has been the architect of the company's recent growth into development projects and has provided a vision for the company's downtown revitalization efforts in Jackson, Mississippi. This vision carries over into the overall company philosophy of making a difference in the community where we live and work. His $16 million renovation of the mixed-use Electric 308 Building in 2005 sparked an interest in ...
S4 BONUS Randi Zuckerburg
June 28, 2018 13:49 - 20 minutes - 23.3 MBIn this Bonus Episode I interview Randi Zuckerburg at the C Spire MVMT Conference. Randi talks to us about the importance of learning about technology early, female entrepreneurship, and her new book Pick 3. I trust you guys will enjoy this episode of Made In Mississippi.
S3E10 David White
June 13, 2018 12:09 - 45 minutes - 52.5 MBEpisode 10 wraps season 3 up with a someone I look up to a lot. You'll hear from our conversation that David White is a dynamic entrepreneur that's excited about his business. David co-founded Morgan White Group. From a small, 2 person insurance agency, to over 150 million in revenue, Morgan White Group has accomplished so much in our state. MWG is a 6 time Inc 5000 company focused on serving it's clients around the world. I trust you guys will enjoy this interview with David White.
S3E9 Robert St. John
May 30, 2018 11:33 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBFrom my guest on the show to listener request - Robert's name is constantly mentioned as a suggested feature. After this interview it was clear to me why so many Mississippians wanted to hear from him. Not only is he an accomplish restauranteur, but he's founded an amazing non-profit and somehow finds time to write a column each week in over 20 publications. I trust you guys will enjoy this interview with Robert St.John expanded bio: Robert St. John is a restaurateur, chef, columnist, an...