Elvie'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. 

Melissa 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.

Dan 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.

Today 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.

This 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.

This 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.

This 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.

On 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.

Doug 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.

If 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, fires and floods.

Amy 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 on the inside.

On 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. 

On 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.

Casey 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.

This 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!

In 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.

Here 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.

Real 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. 

Real 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. 

Susan 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.

Miskelly 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.

Carolyn 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. 

Doug Hederman is the CEO of Hederman Brothers Printing founded in 1898 in Jackson, MS. 

Josh Norris, the Jackson Native, runs LeFleur Financial + Corkern & Norris CPA. 

Steve Founded TeleSouth and has built it into a multimillion dollar business over the last 40+ years.