Don't Get Lost in the Daily Grind: How Toyin Ajayi-Frankel Created the Lucky Goat Coffeehouse

In this episode we chat with ballerina turned whisky entrepreneur Allison Parc.  She's the founder of Brenne Whisky, the world’s first single malt aged in both new French Limousin Oak barrels and Cognac casks.

Hear how Allison went from being a dancer to creating her very own, first-of-its-kind whisky! Find out how she became a certified importer and learned about distribution while developing a new whisky. You will hear about the blood, sweat, tears and the joy, success and cartwheels it took to create the award-winning whisky Brenne is today.  

In this episode, Allison shares:

• Her thoughtful approach to building authentic partnerships. 
• How her business thrived despite the lockdowns. 
• Her approach to classic style without wasting time.
• The importance of knowing your 'next steps' as a creative. 

About Allison Parc

To find out more about Allison and to shop Brenne Whisky visit her online and connect with her on Instagram and Facebook.

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In this episode we chat virtually with fashion designer Lysandra Weber.  She's the owner of Geek Chic Fashion, a modern, chic + comfortable independent women's clothing label, handmade in the USA.

Hear how Lysandra created her clothing line, inspired by women in STEM,  as a solution to her own needs -  and ended up meeting the needs of others! Find out how her productivity has evolved to keep up with the growth of her business. 

In this episode, Lysandra shares:

• The importance of body acceptance.
• The concept of failing fast and failing often in business. 
• How she shifted her business from 80% in-person sales to 100% virtual sales during the pandemic.
• How to dress for what your body looks like right now.

About Lysandra Weber

To find out more about Lysandra and to shop Geek Chic Fashion visit her online and connect with her on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter. 

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This is Season Two of Coffee n Tea w/ S & L!

In the first episode of Season Two we have a conversation with the coolest licensed therapist you have ever met, Amanda E White.  She's the owner of Therapy for Women a private practice headquartered in Philadelphia, offering services across 10 states - and counting!  

Hear how Amanda developed her unique approach to therapy and why her business focuses primarily on women.  Find out how she practices self compassion and how she describes the relationship between that and accountability.  See how her informal approach to therapy and her belief in empowerment helps her work effectively with her clients.

In this episode, Amanda shares:

• Why she initially struggled with calling herself a business owner.
• The importance of being in touch with your values.
• Her innovative approach to therapy.
• The difference between therapy and coaching. 

About Amanda E. White

To find out more about Amanda and Therapy for Women visit her online and connect with her practice on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Their main office is located Old City at 325 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

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Welcome to the second season of our podcast Coffee n Tea with S & L!  Get a glimpse into what your hosts Sabine and Lisa have in store for you this new season and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE if you haven't already! 

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In this episode season we are taking you to our chat (pre-COVID) with Toyin Ajayi-Frankel at her beautiful + cozy coffeeshop  The Lucky Goat Coffeehouse.  Toyin talks about how her formal education in Theater Arts & later in the non-profit space led her to create a business that encompasses all of her passions.

You don't want to miss this chat which has us finally in a Coffeeshop, where our podcast dream initially began!!! It's also the most detailed, "What's In Your Cup?" we've ever had!

In this episode, Toyin shares:

• Where the coffeeshop dream began
• The inspiration behind some of Lucky Goat's beverage creations.
• The role her coffeeshop plays in the community.
• What it took to define her business model.
• The importance of knowing who you are & what you want as a business-owner.

About Toyin Ajayi-Frankel

To find out more about The Lucky Goat Coffeehouse visit them online to pick up your order to-go! They are located at 888 N. 26th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130.  Be sure to connect with her on Instagram and Facebook. 

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Join us today as we discuss everything money related with finance expert Ramat Oyetunji. She is the CEO & Founder of The FI Woman and also the author of Fifty Shades of Green.

Ramat shares about early failures in her career and how she sees them as gifts. She is passionate about helping women achieve financial independence and believes that one of the most empowering things for all women is to have a grasp on their finances and make their money work for them.

In this episode, Ramat shares:

• Her goal to empower women.
• The why behind her book ' Fifty Shades of Green'.
• The importance of defining financial success for yourself.
• The lessons from her early failures.

About Ramat Oyetunji

To find out more about Ramat, her financial independence coaching business, and to sign up for a 30-minute complimentary planning session, visit her online. You can also connect with her on Instagram for simple yet informative lessons on creating financial independence.

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Join us as we take our podcast on the road with Ariel Lewis, CEO & founder of Ariel Lewis LLC, the go-to bridal makeup and hair team for the woman that wants to look like a timeless, classic beauty.  

Ariel shares her journey from Speech Pathologist, to a stay-at-home-mom to becoming the successful entrepreneur and makeup artist  in the Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia area she is today. She believes sharing her success and overcoming challenges is what led her to building a strong team. Ariel also owns a national experiential marketing agency called the AList.

In this episode, Ariel shares:

• The importance of creating a team culture built on trust and respect.
• What it takes to be an entrepreneur.  
• How she carefully crafted her brand. 
• How her passion surpasses the art of beauty.

About Ariel Lewis

To find out more about Ariel and her makeup/marketing brand Ariel Lewis LLC visit her online and connect with her on Instagram for promotions, tutorials, and giveaways! 

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Join us as we chat with Beth Perreta, CEO of ECE Designs a design firm that focuses on playground and interior design for early childhood programs. She is also the founder and director of Early Childhood Environments, a bilingual early childhood childcare center. 

Hear how Beth is leading a life of purpose and intention by putting all of her different interests together to fulfill her passion of helping people. She has a Master of Science degree in Education Policy from the University of Pennsylvania, a Post-Baccalaureate in Interior Design from the Moore College of Art, a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Temple University, and if that wasn't already enough, Beth is also a certified Playground Safety Inspector!

In this episode, Beth shares:

• How she is navigating the pandemic as an owner of several businesses.
• How she operates two businesses and how they overlap. 
• What it takes to run a high quality childcare business. 
• How she practices self care personally, and alongside her staff.

About Beth Perretta
Find out more about Beth by visiting her online or contacting her at beth@ecedesigns.com.

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In this episode we chat with Sathya Tripodi, an Essential Oil Explorer and Educator, whose desire for natural products turned into a lifestyle of pursuing wellness and eventually into building her own business. 

Sathya believes it's important to discover one's voice and purpose when running a business and that success goes further when used to serve the community. She discusses growing her business by building trust and meaningful relationships.

Sathya also shares:

• What essential oils actually are and how they work.
• How she is adapting her business during the pandemic. 
• How she uses business to both build, and serve, her community. 
• A fun story about how she met the "mutual BFF" she shares with Lisa!

About Sathya Tripodi
Find out more about Sathya and essential oils by visiting her online and connecting with her on Instagram.

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Join us as we chat with Sandra Florvella, co-owner of tea brand Haïtea and owner of Haitian Businesses, a platform that promotes Haitian businesses worldwide. 

Hear how Sandra created her business as an opportunity to provide a solution to a problem she encountered while working in local government. Find out the process she took to start her tea brand with her then 8-year old daughter and why she decided to source the tea directly from Haiti.

Learn how Sandra developed an even greater passion for her Haitian roots - despite moving to the United States at a young age.

In this episode, Sandra shares:

• How her daughter inspired her tea brand.
• How her love for her heritage led to the Haitian businesses platform. 
• Her passion for changing the narrative about the Haitian community.
• The magic that lies in creating solutions to problems you encounter.

About Sandra Florvella

To find out more about Sandra and her tea brand Haïtea visit her online and connect with her on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. You can also follow her marketing platform, Haitian Businesses. For information about how to join Haitian Businesses, email her at sandra@haitian-businesses.com.

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