The Asheville Rise - Stronger Together

Designing Spaces by Lyn - Season 3 - Episode 16

Meet Lyn Mabry, owner of Designing Spaces by Lyn and one of the inspiring women featured in our Women Who Lead: Building Community Through Business series. Lyn believes that great design is about more than creating beautiful spaces, it's about shaping environments where people can thrive. Through her business, she helps clients transform their homes into spaces that reflect their personalities while supporting the way they live, work, and connect. As a business owner, Lyn is passionate about building relationships, supporting fellow entrepreneurs, and contributing to a stronger, more vibrant community. Her leadership demonstrates how women-owned businesses create meaningful impact far beyond their services. We're honored to feature Lyn on the Asheville Rise Podcast and celebrate her creativity, vision, and commitment to helping others love where they live. Tune in to hear Lyn's story, her insights on entrepreneurship, and how she's building community through business. The Asheville Rise - Stronger Together is a new podcast from the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ashevillechamber.org]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, celebrating the people and places that make our community thrive. Together, we rise - stronger, bolder, and more connected than ever. Click ⁠here⁠ [https://designingspacesbylyn.com] to learn more about ⁠⁠⁠ [https://blisstravelco.com]Designing Spaces by Lyn. Special thanks to our sponsors who help make this possible:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.trupointbank.com] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DJ Molly Parti⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.mollyparti.com], and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carolina Furniture Concepts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.carolinafurnitureconcepts.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopQBTnkNUkxk_oo7oqoAIOAqiZkTelBtu4z7yRFGYlTq19W2lfQ]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

The Asheville Phoenix - Season 3 - Episode 15

What does it take to rebuild, reinvent, and create something meaningful from life’s challenges? In our latest episode, we sit down with Marsha Ralls, owner of The Phoenix Asheville, to discuss entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of community in Asheville. Marsha shares her journey, the inspiration behind The Phoenix Asheville, and how embracing transformation can lead to new opportunities for growth and connection. Whether you're a business owner, community advocate, or someone navigating change, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration. Listen now and discover how rising from challenges can spark something extraordinary. The Asheville Rise - Stronger Together is a new podcast from the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ashevillechamber.org]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, celebrating the people and places that make our community thrive. Together, we rise - stronger, bolder, and more connected than ever. Click here [https://thephoenixasheville.com] to learn more about ⁠ [https://blisstravelco.com]The Phoenix Asheville. Special thanks to our sponsors who help make this possible:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.trupointbank.com] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DJ Molly Parti⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.mollyparti.com], and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carolina Furniture Concepts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.carolinafurnitureconcepts.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopQBTnkNUkxk_oo7oqoAIOAqiZkTelBtu4z7yRFGYlTq19W2lfQ]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Bliss Travel - Season 3 - Episode 14

In this episode of The Asheville Rise - Stronger Together Podcast we’re joined by Wendy Gritzmacher, owner of Bliss Travel, as part of our Women Who Lead: Building Community Through Business series. Wendy shares the story behind Bliss Travel, how she built a business centered on meaningful travel experiences, and why creating space for connection is at the heart of strong leadership. From entrepreneurship to community impact, this conversation is all about what happens when women lead with intention—and bring others along with them. Listen now and be part of the conversation shaping women in business and leadership. The Asheville Rise - Stronger Together is a new podcast from the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ashevillechamber.org]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, celebrating the people and places that make our community thrive. Together, we rise - stronger, bolder, and more connected than ever. Click to learn more about Bliss Travel [https://blisstravelco.com]. Special thanks to our sponsors who help make this possible:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.trupointbank.com] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DJ Molly Parti⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.mollyparti.com], and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carolina Furniture Concepts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.carolinafurnitureconcepts.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopQBTnkNUkxk_oo7oqoAIOAqiZkTelBtu4z7yRFGYlTq19W2lfQ]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Asheville Dream Center - Season 3 - Episode 13

This week on The Asheville Rise, we’re honored to feature Michelle Coleman with Asheville Dream Center as part of our Women Who Lead: Building Community Through Business series. Michelle’s work with Asheville Dream Center is rooted in compassion, service, and creating pathways of hope for individuals and families across our community. Through her leadership, she continues to make a meaningful impact by meeting real needs and helping others build stronger, more stable futures. In this conversation, we explore her journey, the mission behind Asheville Dream Center, and the heart behind her commitment to serving others in Western North Carolina. Tune in to hear Michelle’s story and be inspired by the powerful work happening right here in Asheville. The Asheville Rise - Stronger Together is a new podcast from the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ashevillechamber.org]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, celebrating the people and places that make our community thrive. Together, we rise - stronger, bolder, and more connected than ever. Click to learn more about Asheville Dream Center [https://ashevilledreamcenter.org]. Special thanks to our sponsors who help make this possible:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.trupointbank.com] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DJ Molly Parti⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.mollyparti.com], and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carolina Furniture Concepts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.carolinafurnitureconcepts.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopQBTnkNUkxk_oo7oqoAIOAqiZkTelBtu4z7yRFGYlTq19W2lfQ]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Accessible Towns - Season 3 - Episode 12

As part of our Women Who Lead: Building Community Through Business series, we’re excited to feature Katie Reph, founder of Accessible Towns. Katie is helping communities rethink accessibility, inclusion, and connection- proving that thoughtful design and community-centered leadership can create spaces where everyone belongs. In this episode, we talk about entrepreneurship with purpose, building impact-driven businesses, and how accessibility strengthens entire communities. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, advocacy, and creating a more inclusive future for Asheville and beyond. Listen now and join the conversation. The Asheville Rise - Stronger Together is a new podcast from the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ashevillechamber.org]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, celebrating the people and places that make our community thrive. Together, we rise - stronger, bolder, and more connected than ever. Click to learn more about Accessible Towns [https://accessibletowns.com]. Special thanks to our sponsors who help make this possible:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.trupointbank.com] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DJ Molly Parti⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.mollyparti.com], and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carolina Furniture Concepts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.carolinafurnitureconcepts.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopQBTnkNUkxk_oo7oqoAIOAqiZkTelBtu4z7yRFGYlTq19W2lfQ]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.