“Local Matters with Mel McMahon” brings you incredible stories about Indiana Owned businesses and community members making a positive impact in Indiana.
"Hi, I’m Mel McMahon, the co-founder of Indiana Originals and Indiana Gifts— I’ll introduce you to a different Indiana owner on each episode of “Local Matters” and share their incredible stories. …We talk about what it takes to get a business off the ground, the challenges and successes along the way, and we dig into why these local businesses matter to our communities.
On this episode of Local Matters Mel McMahon chats with Cari Hahn of Karma Candles & Kinds about the inspiration for starting her business, the customers that keep her motivated, and why she feels its important you support local.
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Mike Wright about going from a religious studies major to an accountant, what you need to know if you are starting your own business, and the benefit of working with local business owners.
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Brenda Jackson of Worthmore Academy about quitting her job as a chemist at Lilly to open a school for children with learning challenges. Learn about the difference her school makes not only in the students but in our community and hear her share more about how, with a lot of passion and determination, nothing can get in your way of achieving your goals.
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Pat Sullivan of Sullivan Hardware & Garden and Allisonville Home & Garden by Sullivan. They talk about taking over the family business, the support he has had while transitioning from traditional hardware stores to lifestyle stores, the importance of giving back to the important causes, and the role small business play in creating healthy, vibrant communities. Thanks for listening!
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Beth Rovazzini of B&W Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drains about her journey of wanting to be a home ec teacher, to becoming an accountant, to eventually taking over the family business. Learn what it takes to work with co-owners, the origin of their signature big black trucks, and how taking care of your employees keeps the business going . Thanks for listening!
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Megan Martin of Hoosier Artisan Boutique about how she went from wanting to be a CIA Agent to becoming an advocate for the maker community, the transition of her 12 year in-person holiday market to an online show, and the difference your dollars make in our community when you chose to spend money with local businesses. Thanks for listening!
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Lauren Taylor, third generation owner of Holder Mattress Company, about going from being a creative writing major to a 20-year-old owner of a company on the verge of bankruptcy, what it took for others to take her seriously as a boss, and how selling mattresses is about more than just guaranteeing you a great night's sleep. Thanks for listening!
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Sandy Ziebold, CEO of Beacon of Hope Crisis Center about going from wanting to be a meteorologist to becoming the CEO of an nonprofit providing free advocacy and referral services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse. Learn how the organization faced the challenges of the pandemic, the increase in needed services in our community, and how local businesses and our community impact what Beacon of Hope can provide. Thanks for listening!
On this episode of Local Matters, Mel McMahon chats with Faith Blackwell, of Faith Blackwell Photography about going from selling clothes to becoming one of the premier Indianapolis photographers for headshots, business branding, and events and transitioning into mixed media art. Learn why being known as an Indiana Original and supporting local really matters, and what you need to know about when to start your own business. Thanks for listening!
