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Friday has arrived and that means we have another family feature spotlight! We spoke to Jennifer Haines this week to learn how she started her handmade jewelry business, LivyLynn Vintage. If you've been hunting for wonderfully crafted and uniquely made jewelry, we have something you're going to love! Q: What is the story behind your business and how did you get started? A:  LivyLynn is an eco-conscious jewelry business where we focus on making gorgeous multi-tasking pieces to accessorize busy women in a snap. The business was created out of a need for a creative outlet as well as a...

Over the years, there has been a surge in the popularity of craft beers and breweries. Despite this increased popularity, North High Brewing has managed to distinguish themselves by allowing their customers to try a hand at brewing beer. We talked to North High Brewing this week to learn more about this truly unique experience. Q: What's the story behind your business, and how did you get started?   A: Gavin Meyers and Tim Ward met in graduate school at Ohio State’s Fisher College of Business, and recognized an opportunity to bring a new kind of brewery to Columbus: one that focuses on the...

Being a small business owner takes determination, resilience, hard work and a LOT of coffee. Lucky for us, some of our Celebrate Local Family Members are fantastic coffee roasters! La Crema Coffee Company is a gourmet, small batch coffee roaster from Hamilton, Ohio. This week we got to know a little more about their coffee and owner John Watson!  Q: What's the story behind your business, and how did you get started? A: Mr. John Watson is the owner of the company. After retiring from a career as an Insurance CEO, he decided to purchase La Crema Coffee Company in late 2014....

Lynn Wambaugh describes herself as a "just a girl addicted to baking" but anyone that has met her or tasted Firecracker Bakery's goodies knows she is much more! This tenacious mom and small-business owner has an infectious spirit - so infectious that we're pretty sure it might have gotten into her cookies and is what makes them taste SO good! Read on to get to know her and the story behind Firecracker Bakery: Q: What's the story behind your business, and how did you get started? A: As the founder and owner of Firecracker Bakery, I am passionate about creating smiles and bringing joy and...

One of the best things about working with over 300 small business owners is getting to taste of all the delicious, local and homemade treats! Oh... and sharing them with you of course. This week, we're talking with another at-home baker turned business owner, Heather from Biscotti Cookies and Cakes. So sit back, grab a cookie and read on! Q: What's the story behind your business, and how did you get started? A: Prior to starting Biscotti Cookies and Cakes, I spent 25 years as a homemaker and volunteer.  Over the years, I worked on perfecting family recipes which led to growing...