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Industry: Arts/Crafts
Madison Mompreneur Member: Alex Ragland
About Juanita Mae: Juanita Mae is a unique retails space, where Alex shares her fashion creations, Vintage wares, and inspired photography. The shop was created top share her love of repurposing things and capturing beauty in the simplicity. Proceeds help pay for medical devices not covered by insurance for herself and her son.
October 25, 2024
Member Highlight: Coached by Connie
Welcome to another edition of our Member Spotlight Series on the Madison Mompreneur blog! Get to know the members of Madison Mompreneur as explore their personal and professional life as moms who own businesses in the Madison, Alabama area.
Empowering Health and Wellness: Meet Connie Garcia of Coached by Connie
Connie Garcia is leading a wellness movement in Madison, Alabama with her business, Coached by Connie. With a unique approach to nutrition and fitness, Connie is changing lives and reshaping the way we think about health. Let’s dive into her inspiring journey and discover how her business is making waves in the local community.
A Journey Born from Necessity
Connie Garcia, a Madison resident for eight years, founded Coached by Connie out of a pressing need she observed in the health and wellness industry. “I was inspired to start my business due to a lack of solid information, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic,” Connie explains. This gap in reliable health guidance became the catalyst for her entrepreneurial journey.
A Holistic Approach to Health
What sets Coached by Connie apart in the saturated wellness market? Connie’s philosophy is refreshingly straightforward: “I don’t believe in diets, challenges, or medication alone for fast results. I feel any sustainable health needs to start with fundamental basics and education.” This approach addresses not just physical fitness, but also mental health, hormonal balance, and gut health – a comprehensive strategy that resonates with her clients.
Making a Difference in Madison
Connie’s impact extends beyond individual clients. “I have been told that I’ve changed lives,” she shares proudly. Her commitment to the community shines through her willingness to offer complimentary services to those facing financial hardships but are committed to improving their health.
The Challenges and Triumphs of Entrepreneurship
Starting a business is no small feat, and Connie counts launching her LLC single-handedly as her biggest success so far. Her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs in the wellness industry? “Be prepared for the emotional roller coaster and don’t take anything personally.” This resilience has been key to her growing success.
The Future of Coached by Connie
Looking ahead, Connie envisions growth for her business. “I would like to eventually have enough clients to hire an assistant coach or possibly rent a space,” she says, outlining her 5-10 year plan. This expansion would allow her to reach more people with her transformative approach to health.
Balancing Business and Motherhood
As a mother, Connie faces the universal challenge of balancing family and business. “The hours. It doesn’t seem like there’s enough in a day,” she admits. However, she finds ways to involve her children, encouraging them to work out with her and take an interest in nutrition, seamlessly blending her personal and professional passions.
A Community-Centric Approach
Connie’s love for Madison shines through in her support for local businesses. She particularly recommends her massage therapist, Amanda Peoples, highlighting the interconnected nature of the local business community.
Connect with Coached by Connie
Ready to start your wellness journey with Connie? You can find her on Facebook and Instagram. Whether you’re looking for in-person training or interested in her growing online services, Connie is ready to guide you towards a healthier, happier you.
In a world where quick fixes and fad diets dominate, Coached by Connie stands out. Through education, personalized care, and a deep commitment to her community, Connie Garcia is not just running a business – she’s leading a wellness movement in Madison, Alabama. As her journey continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the impact of Coached by Connie on the local health landscape is only just beginning.
If Connie’s experience as mom and business owner resonates with you, we want to hear from you in the comments! And if you are a mom and business owner in Madison, Alabama email us at madisonmompreneur@gmail.com. to be featured in a future Member Highlight post!
Don’t forget to read about other Mompreneurs, our latest member highlight was The Flour Elise
October 23, 2024
Se Dire Oui Weddings by June Barr
Industry: Events
Madison Mompreneur Member: June Barr
About Se Dire Oui Weddings: Se Dire Oui, LLC has been planning and designing weddings in the North Alabama and Lower Tennessee Valley area since 2021. The team loves to get to know each couple and works hard to make their wedding unique. They will personalize your event, infusing your style with fun elements to elevate it even further. They want to make sure you have the best day possible.
October 1, 2024
Arbonne Independent Consultant – Courtney Bedenbaugh
Industry: Women Health
Madison Mompreneur Member: Courtney Bedenbaugh
About Arbonne Independent Consultant – Courtney Bedenbaugh: We’re revolutionizing how we pursue and perceive whole body health. We never compromise on quality or safety, and we promise to always deliver products that meet our Pure. Safe. Beneficial.™ standards.
October 1, 2024
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice – Madison by Alexis Bentley
Industry: Food
Madison Mompreneur Member: Alexis Bentley
About Jeremiah’s Italian Ice – Madison: Counter-serve stand with frozen treats, including soft-serve cones, ices & gelati in many flavors.
Location: 181 Hughes Rd # 9, Madison, AL 35758
October 1, 2024
The Flour Elise by Krista McDowell
Industry: Baking, Events
Madison Mompreneur Member: Krista McDowell
About The Flour Elise: I am a cottage bakery located in Madison specializing in custom buttercream cakes & decorated iced sugar cookies. My buttercream is an ermine buttercream, which is much less sweet than American buttercream. However my talents don’t end there. Is there an old classic you miss, give me a shout, I maybe able to recreate that old classic for you. I’ve been baking for 30+ years growing up with a grandma who catered weddings & wedding showers. I love making those fun obscure cakes/cookies. Nothing is to weird, “risque” 😉 or odd for me!
You can read at our featured blog: Member Highlight: The Flour Elise
October 1, 2024
Up & Away Balloons by Anna Nelson
Industry: Events, Decorating
Madison Mompreneur Member: Anna Nelson
About Pontisa: Up and Away Balloons is a custom balloon company that creates modern and unique balloon designs for your events. We offer a wide range of balloons from small grab-n-go options to fully customized, large scale balloon installations.
October 1, 2024
Member Highlight: The Flour Elise by Krista McDowell
Welcome to another edition of our Member Spotlight Series on the Madison Mompreneur blog! This series will help you get to know the members of Madison Mompreneur as we ask them questions about their personal and professional life as moms who own businesses in the Madison, Alabama area.
We are continuing this series with the spotlight on Krista McDowell, Owner of The Flour Elise!
Introduce yourself!
I’m Krista McDowell, and I’m the owner of The Flour Elise, a baked goods and cake company in Madison, Alabama.
How does your business help people?
The Flour Elise helps people by offering baked goods & cakes for their special occasions/events.
How long have you lived in Madison County?
I have lived in Madison for 13 years.
What inspired you to start your business?
I have always loved baking & wanted to open a bakery since I was a little girl.
What sets your business apart from others in the industry?
I specialize in custom buttercream cakes & turning those fondant cakes into buttercream cakes.
What do you consider to be your biggest success so far?
I consider my buttercream hot dog cake to be my biggest business success so far!
How does your business contribute to the local community?
I offer beautiful buttercream cakes that look like the beautiful fondant cakes.
How do you see your business evolving in the next 5-10 years?
I see myself having a storefront location & offering many more offerings that the Madison town is missing out on.
Who are your typical customers, and how do they find you?
My typical clients are looking for baked goods. They find me through Facebook, Instagram, word of mouth & vending events.
What do you enjoy most about running your business?
Baking & customer service
How do you stay up-to-date with industry trends and changes?
I’m constantly learning and getting inspiration from Facebook, Instagram & Pinterest
What advice would you give to someone interested in starting a business in your industry?
Make sure you do all your research. Also be ready for lots of work & sleepless nights!
Any product/service you would like to highlight at this time?
I offer birthday cakes, and I am looking to booking some more in the coming months.
Do you involve your kids in your business? If yes, how so?
Yes my 17 year old is my biggest helper! He goes with me to all of my events as well as washes my dishes. He is amazing!
What do you find is the most difficult part of balancing motherhood and business life?
Making sure he feels appreciated for everything he does for me!
What business in the Madison area is your favorite?
Taqueria Luna! They’re such an amazing business & are always sharing my posts.
Who is your business bestie?
Yesss Morgan Anderson with Rainbow Realm Hair Co! We support one another, share each other’s posts, reccomend one another & chat alot. She’s truly amazing at what she does & I believe in her so VERY much!
Anything else you want us to highlight?
My sugar cookies!
Where can people find you?
Don’t forget to read about other Mompreneurs, our latest member highlight was Michelle Thao of Momtastic Fitness
If Krista’s experience as mom and business owner resonates with you, we want to hear from you in the comments! And if you are a mom and business owner in Madison, Alabama email us at madisonmompreneur@gmail.com. to be featured in a future Member Highlight post!
September 24, 2024
Pontisa Consulting by Katie Bader
Industry: Business Services, Consulting
Madison Mompreneur Member: Katie Bader
About Pontisa: Pontisa Consulting purpose is to bring streamlined processes and effective reporting to small and medium-sized businesses, empowering them to thrive in today’s fast-paced business landscape.
Katie looks forward to connecting, collaborating, and assisting your business in reaching its full potential.
September 17, 2024
All Ways, Always Dental Services
Industry: Education, Dental
Madison Mompreneur Member: Jessica McNair
About All Ways, Always Dental Services: We provide CE Training for Alabama Dental Professionals practices.
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September 17, 2024
