Love 'n Business

Fixing Baltimore’s Nonprofit System with Jay Nwachu of Innovation Works

In this episode, Mick and Britt sit down with Jay Nwachu, President & CEO of Innovation Works and Ignite Capital, to unpack the real challenges facing Baltimore’s nonprofit ecosystem. Jay shares how his team helps over 200 local entrepreneurs and social enterprises find funding, mentorship, and sustainability while bridging the gap between purpose and profit. They dig into: * Why Baltimore has so many nonprofits — and how that can both help and hurt the city * The funding problem — why philanthropic dollars alone aren’t enough * How social entrepreneurs can attract venture-style capital without losing their mission * The power of collaboration across neighborhoods, business, and city government If you care about Baltimore’s future, community impact, or building sustainable change, this conversation breaks down what real progress looks like. ️ Guest: Jay Nwachu, President & CEO of Innovation Works & Ignite Capital Hosts: Mick & Britt Arnold Podcast: Love ’n Business — where entrepreneurship, family, and purpose collide.

The Hardest Questions We’ve Ever Answered

This week we flipped the script. YOU asked the questions — and we answered everything.   From our deepest fears… to the moment we knew we’d get married… to how we balance parenting, business, and our relationship without burning out — nothing was off limits.   We share: ✅ Our biggest fears (and how they still drive us) ✅ The most important influences in our lives ✅ How we knew we were “the one” for each other ✅ What keeps our marriage strong while running two businesses ✅ Habits that stop us from burning out ✅ Our real thoughts on legacy, risk, and giving back   This is the most raw and unfiltered Love ’n Business episode yet.   Drop your questions in the comments — we’ll feature them in the next Q&A episode!   Timecodes: 00:00 – Why this episode is different 01:00 – Our biggest fears growing up (and still today) 05:00 – The nightmare of being unprepared 08:00 – Who influenced us most outside family 14:30 – When we knew we’d marry each other 18:00 – The most uncomfortable compliments we’ve ever given 23:30 – How parenting reshaped our view of success 29:00 – The one word that keeps our relationship strong 36:00 – Can couples work together without burning out? 44:00 – The truth about egos, money, and support 49:00 – The most overlooked skill every entrepreneur needs 51:30 – How we decide when to risk it all in business 58:00 – Do entrepreneurs owe their community? 1:04:00 – What legacy really means to us 1:07:00 – Closing thoughts

From Food Stamps to 20 Acres: Carter Wilde’s Life, Sobriety & Dog Training Success

In this episode of Love and Business, we sit down with Carter Wilde, founder of Wild Acres and one of the most respected dog trainers in Baltimore County. Carter’s story is one of grit, resilience, and transformation — from battling addiction in his early 20s to building a thriving 20-acre training and boarding facility, plus launching a dog gear product line. Carter shares: * How getting clean in 2012 ignited his entrepreneurial journey * The surprising parallels between habit-building in humans and training in dogs * Why replacing bad habits with better ones is the key to long-term change * How his family (and becoming a father) reshaped his priorities and leadership * The business lessons from buying and renovating an aging kennel into a thriving enterprise Whether you’re passionate about dog training, interested in overcoming addiction, or curious about the grind of building a business from the ground up, Carter’s journey will inspire and challenge you. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro to Carter Wilde & Wild Acres 3:20 – Early life, first dogs, and training roots 10:45 – Sobriety & the mindset shift 18:20 – Habits: humans vs. dogs 28:05 – From side hustles to full-time dog training 37:45 – Buying and rebuilding a 20-acre kennel 50:15 – Parenthood’s impact on business and life 1:05:40 – Lessons in legacy, gratitude & growth Connect with Carter Wilde: Instagram – @carterwilde Website – https://wildeacresmd.com/

How We’re Training Our Team to Run the Business Without Us

In this raw and timely episode of Love N’ Business, Mick and Britt sit down for an open conversation about what it really looks like to lead a business while life is changing fast at home and at work. They share personal updates, the growing pains of evolving leadership roles, and how becoming parents has reshaped their outlook on business, time, and priorities. Britt talks about stepping out of the weeds, building a capable team, and rolling out something she calls “transition training”—a hands-on process for teaching her team how to take ownership of the company’s most critical functions. Mick opens up about being pulled back into the business, managing the sales team directly again, and how he’s navigating what it means to lead effectively while juggling multiple roles. If you’re in a season of transition, trying to grow without burning out, or figuring out how to show up for both your team and your family, this episode will feel familiar—and offer some real tools and perspective along the way. ---------------------------------------- TOPICS COVERED: * Transitioning leadership without losing control * Creating systems for delegation and documentation * How parenthood changes your leadership style * Balancing personal growth and business growth * Emotional intelligence in business decisions * Building a team you can trust with the mission ---------------------------------------- Available now on all platforms. Subscribe to catch more episodes every week. #LoveNBusiness #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #WorkingParents #Delegation #TransitionTraining #Entrepreneurship #Podcast

From Stand-Up to Shark Tank: How Sara Polon Built Soupergirl with Purpose

What happens when a stand-up comic reads one book, quits her job, and drags her mom out of retirement to start a soup company? Sara Polon, founder of Soupergirl, turned a simple idea into a national brand — featured on Shark Tank, sold in Whole Foods and Costco, and recognized as the first food company in the U.S. to earn Fair Food Certification. In this episode, she opens up about building a mission-driven business, living with ADHD, and staying true to your values while scaling a brand that feeds both people and purpose.   Watch the full episode on YouTube → https://youtu.be/VCyLhZ6g1h8