Toucan Talks
Toucan Talks is a podcast for Wilmington-area business owners and entrepreneurs who are eager to learn from those on a similar journey. Each week, we talk with an area business owner about their successes, challenges, and experiences in business. Don’t worry – we keep it fun as we bounce from topic to topic.
Episodes
28 episodes
EP28 Minisode - Harnessing Humor and Nostalgia: Making Successful Video Campaigns
Tune into this week's episode of Toucan Talks as Luke and Joshua Break Down Mess Hall's Good Burger Ad. Ever wondered how a dollop of humor and a dash of nostalgia can turbocharge a marketing campaign? Get the inside scoop on how we transformed...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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13:49
EP27 - Will Hardison: Marketing Mastery and the Entrepreneurs Journey
Tune into Toucan Talks this week as we chat with Will Hardison of Creative Outdoor Solutions. Once a cover band member and DJ, he started a successful marketing agency and worked with an innovative e-commerce business selling meats online. Now ...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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31:47
EP26 - Jacob Tippett: Business and Strategy with a Serial Entrepreneur
Jacob Tippett joins us on this week's episode of Toucan Talks to unravel his journey as a serial entrepreneur. With ventures ranging from e-learning platforms like Production Online to the innovative Sticky Notes, Jacob imparts a masterclass in...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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30:26
EP25 - Minisode: Breaking Down This Year's Super Bowl Commercials
Join us as we breakdown some of our favorite Super Bowl ads from this year. This episode pulls back the curtain on big-brand maneuvers, revealing how they can be scaled for small and medium-sized businesses. From the importance of generating pr...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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40:34
EP24 - Sherry and Carmin Black: Business Ventures, Family and Resilience
Have you ever wondered how the bond of family can weave its way into the fabric of entrepreneurship? Tune into Toucan Talks this week for an intimate conversation with Sherry and Carmin Black, the mother-daughter powerhouse whose stories will i...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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1:15:11
EP23 Minisode: Marketing Ins and Outs for 2024
Tune into Toucan Talks this week with Laura and Alyssa from Kickstart Collective. In this minisode, we break down the freshest marketing trends of the new year. We play marketing "Ins and Outs" for 2024 and discuss how a strategic approach to d...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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31:11
Ep22 - Wes Barefoot: Franchise Opportunities and Entrepreneurial Success
Explore the world of franchising with industry expert Wes Barefoot, owner of Path of Freedom. Wes is a passionate entrepreneur with extensive experience in franchising, who now helps other entrepreneurs with proven franchise consulting processe...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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55:24
EP21 - Coach Reggie: Growth Strategies for Small Businesses in 2024
Welcome to Season 2 of Toucan Talks! We are excited to be back and are looking forward to bringing you more insights from business owners in the Wilmington area. Season 2 is going to be all about business strategies to help you start 2024 off o...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:16:33
EP20 - Steering your Business to Success with Q4 Marketing Strategies
Elevate your marketing game this Q4! Join us as we share how to enhance your strategy by aligning business goals with ideal customer profiles. We guide you through creative content ideas that resonate with your audience. Plus, discover ...
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Episode 20
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23:02
EP19 - Laurel Senick author of Foam: Navigating the World of Self Publishing and the Business of Writing
It's not every day we get to talk about writing, surfing, and the journey of self publishing a book. But today, we're doing just that with the multi-talented author, Laurel Senick. With her first novel 'Foam' and her upcoming novel 'Lum...
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Episode 19
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28:17
EP 18 - Brittany Fountain on Scaling Businesses, Communication Strategies, and Balancing Work-Life
Who wouldn't want to illuminate the blind spots in their business? Brittany Fountain from Britt Joy & Co joins us to share her unique approach to growth and culture strategy. She has applied her human-focused strategy to collaborate with co...
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Episode 18
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42:20
EP17 - Bill Simpson: The Art of Custom Shower Renovation
Have you ever imagined what it's like to reinvent yourself in your sixties and thrive? Our guest, Bill Simpson, did just that, and he's here to share his inspiring journey. From engineering to ministry, Bill's career path is unique. Now, he's t...
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Episode 17
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43:47
EP16: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building an Engaging Marketing Plan [Minisode]
In this minisode, Laura and Alyssa with Kickstart Collective guide you through the steps to craft an effective marketing strategy aligned with your business goals. They break down the process into attainable and relevant building blocks for a s...
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Episode 16
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35:16
EP15 - Rob Warwick: Real Estate Challenges, Impact on Wilmington's Business, and Much More
We talked with Rob Warwick, a seasoned real estate broker in the Wilmington area. With six-years under his belt, Rob shares everything from teamwork dynamics to neighborhood development. Be prepared for some candid insights into his challenging...
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Episode 15
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49:57
14 - Nico from Maven Coffee Talks About the World of Specialty Coffee and Business Entrepreneurship
Have you ever wondered why coffee from your local barista tastes so much better than what you get from large chain coffee shops? Explore the exciting world of specialty coffee with Nico Nino, the driving force behind Maven Coffee. Learn what ...
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Episode 14
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53:51
13 - Jon Carne from Port City Apparel: Navigating the Apparel Industry
Ever wonder how entrepreneurs manage to succeed for over two decades in the ever-changing economy, business climate, and consumer trends? Meet Jon Carne, who is behind Socco, Legacy Knitting, and Port City Apparel. We get an in-depth look at hi...
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Episode 13
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39:21
12 - Minisode 2: Business Differentiation Strategies: Marketing, Branding and the Impact of AI
Have you ever wondered how to make your business stand out in a crowded market? This minisode by the Kickstart Team with Laura and Alyssa takes you on a journey through the maze of differentiation, exploring branding, web design, Google busines...
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Episode 12
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19:44
11 - Mikey Hayes talks Advantages of Direct Booking Website for Short-Term Rentals
Are you ready to uncover the hidden advantages of direct booking websites for short-term rentals? Wilmington's very own Mikey Hayes, owner of a duplex in Carolina Beach, joins us to illuminate the path. He shares his personal journey transition...
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Episode 11
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49:49
10 - Kelly Barefoot from ShelfGenie
Ever felt like you're drowning in clutter? Meet Kelly Barefoot, owner of Shelf Genie of Coastal Carolinas, who has built a thriving business out of solving this very problem. As a mom of three working alongside her spouse, Kelly's journey in en...
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Episode 10
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37:22
09 - Buffy Andrews from Made Well Center
Buffy Andrews, owner of Made Well Center for Wholeness, joins Toucan Talks to talk about her journey as a multi-passionate entrepreneur. Buffy shares how she combined her passions for helping others, wellness, and mental health into a thrivi...
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Episode 9
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48:49
08 - Minisode 1 with Luke and Joshua
Welcome to Episode 8 of Toucan Talks! We’re excited to introduce our new minisode series “You Can Ask” where our Kickstart team answers your marketing questions in quick 15-minute episodes.During this first minisode,...
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Episode 8
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19:32
07 - Krisiann Moskal from The Digs
Krisiann Moskal joins Toucan Talks to talk about short-term rentals in Wilmington, NC. Krisiann and her husband, Morgan, own and operate The Digs NC with two short-term rental properties and one long-term rental property. They plan to keep g...
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Episode 7
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1:04:29
06 - Rachel Ellzey from Social Coffee
Rachel Ellzey from Social Coffee and Supply Co. joins the Toucan Talks podcast to share about growing and expanding a local business! Rachel and her husband started Social Coffee with the mission to service and to love others through coffee....
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Episode 6
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44:45
05 - Stone Tippett from Ruff Draft
Stone Tippett, co-owner of Ruff Draft, joins Toucan Talks for episode five! Ruff Draft is Wilmington’s first dog park bar. While it’s a fairly new business, only being open for eight months, it’s quickly become a favorite among Wilmington dog o...
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Episode 5
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33:43
