Made It Up: How Kat Fox Went from Jewelry Designer to Digital Strategist and Built a Business on Her Own Terms

Made It Up: How Kat Fox Went from Jewelry Designer to Digital Strategist and Built a Business on Her Own Terms

In this episode of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Kat Fox, the designer and strategist behind Kat Fox Design — a creative studio helping small businesses build beautiful brands and stronger online presences that actually drive results.  Kat's path to entrepreneurship wasn't linear. She started in high-end jewelry design on 47th Street in New York City, moved to Colorado, picked up freelance clients at a coffee shop, filed a $1 LLC, and launched her own business in January 2020 — right before the world shut down. Her business plan? "Wing it."  Today, she's a self-described networking queen, a fractional CMO for small businesses, and a fierce advocate for client transparency — never holding websites, domains, or digital assets hostage. We talk about entrepreneurship, adapting to AI and tech, the real meaning of work/life balance, scaling as a solopreneur, hiking 14ers, conspiracy theories, and why the only business plan that matters starts with "why."  🎧 Listen now or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_oY7EDg6zzA [https://youtu.be/_oY7EDg6zzA]    🔗 Guest Info:  Kat Fox Design https://katfoxdesign.com [https://katfoxdesign.com/]  On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katfoxdesign On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katfoxdesign Like and Subscribe for new episodes every week!  . . . . . Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser.

How a Small Sweet Corn Stand Became a 45-Employee Family Business | Shores Sisters Story

What does it really take to grow a small-town family business into a destination people drive hours to visit PLUS being named the Rural Small Business of the Year by the US Small Business Association?  On this episode of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Mike and Renee Wilson, owners of Shores Sisters Farm Market in Towanda, Pennsylvania.  What started as a simple roadside sweet corn stand has grown into a thriving year-round business featuring a farm market, bakery, cafe, greenhouse, boutique, events, and more — all while staying deeply rooted in family, faith, community, and hard work.  In this conversation, Mike and Renee share:  • How Shores Sisters started with two folding tables and a rented tent  • The reality of building a business while raising young children  • Lessons learned through rapid growth and expansion  • Why they chose not to become a large chain business  • How COVID completely transformed their business model  • The importance of culture, staff, and community support  • Their philosophy of “dream big, grow slow”  • What it takes to sustain a family business long term    This episode is full of honest conversation about entrepreneurship, marriage, leadership, resilience, and building something meaningful beyond just the bottom line.    If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, dreamer, or someone who loves hearing real stories from real people, this episode is for you.    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts  🔗 Guest Info:  Instagram: @shoressisters [https://www.instagram.com/shoressisters/]   Facebook: Shore Sisters Farm Market [https://www.facebook.com/ShoresSistersFarmMarket]  Website: ShoresSisters.com [https://shoressisters.com/]  📺 Subscribe for more conversations with business owners, community leaders, and entrepreneurs  . . . . . #BeyondTheBottomLine #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #FamilyBusiness #Leadership #ShoreSisters #FarmMarket #PennsylvaniaBusiness #BusinessPodcast    Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training.

Independent Pharmacy Owner Explains What’s Really Happening in Healthcare | Tom DePietro

Healthcare is changing fast and independent pharmacies are feeling the pressure.  On this episode of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Tom DePietro, founder of DePietro's Pharmacy, to talk about what’s really happening behind the scenes in healthcare, prescription pricing, and patient care.  Tom shares the story of building an independent pharmacy from the ground up, why he walked away from corporate pharmacy, and how he’s spent the last 14 years creating a business centered around people, relationships, and community.    The conversation also explores:  * The growing pressure independent pharmacies face from insurance companies and PBMs  * Why healthcare feels increasingly difficult to navigate  * How technology is helping pharmacies improve customer care  * The rise of wellness conversations, GLPs, and preventative health  * What it takes to build a business while staying rooted in family and community    This episode is an honest conversation about leadership, healthcare, entrepreneurship, and what it means to truly take care of people.  🔗 Guest Info:  DePietro’s Pharmacy Website: https://depietropharmacy.com [https://depietropharmacy.com/]   Like and subscribe for new episodes of Beyond the Bottom Line every week.  . . . . . Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training.

From Addiction to 28 Years Sober: How Brian Kerrigan Built a Business Giving Second Chances

What happens when someone hits rock bottom... and then chooses to rebuild?  In Episode 28 of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Brian Kerrigan and Jesse Vipond, the team behind Junken Monkeys—a company that’s redefining what business can look like.  In this episode, we explore:  * Brian’s personal story of addiction, recovery, and transformation  * The moment that led to 28 years of sobriety  * How purpose-driven hiring creates stronger teams  * Why authenticity in business can’t be faked  * The role of story in building a brand people actually care about  * How Junken Monkeys expanded into multiple verticals  * What it looks like to build a company that gives people a second chance    🎧 Listen now or watch on YouTube [https://youtu.be/pTQA2hyT5zo] 🔗 Guest Info: Junken Monkeys (Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/junkenmonkeys] / Website [https://junkenmonkeys.com/])  Like and subscribe for new episodes every two weeks!  . . . . . Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. All investments involve risk.

Discipline Over Hype: Guy Fasciana on Health, Business, and Longevity

What does it really take to build something that lasts?  In Episode 27 of Beyond the Bottom Line, Bob and Maria sit down with Guy Fasciana—an entrepreneur with experience in both the health food industry and real estate—to talk about discipline, consistency, and what it looks like to build businesses over time.  This conversation explores the overlap between:  * Personal health and business performance  * Long-term thinking vs. short-term decisions  * The realities of running a small business  * Lessons learned from both real estate and retail    Guy shares his perspective on staying grounded, building relationships, and showing up consistently—whether that’s in your health, your work, or your business.  If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, health, or what it takes to sustain something long-term, this episode offers a thoughtful look behind the scenes.  This is a conversation about longevity—how to build something that works not just today, but over time.    📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LVLLxepYGsE    Guest Links:  Website: https://everythingnaturalpa.com [https://everythingnaturalpa.com/]  Instagram: https://instagram.com/everythingnaturalpa [https://instagram.com/everythingnaturalpa]   Facebook: https://facebook.com/everythingnaturalpa [https://facebook.com/everythingnaturalpa]   . . . . . Disclosures: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Any guest services mentioned are independent of Stone House Investment Management, LLC. Investment advisory services are offered through Stone House Investment Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Testimonials are unpaid and may not be representative. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please refer to our ADV and other disclosures for complete information - https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/ [https://www.stonehouseinv.com/disclosures/].