Welcome to TeaPod…where the worlds of entrepreneurship and tea culture blend into a unique podcast experience. Co-hosted by dynamic entrepreneurs and CEOs, Martika Brianne Jones and Brian Alvarez-Bailey, TeaPod is your weekly invitation to join us at the intersection of business innovation and casual conversation.
In this Episode:
- Introduction and Tea Mishap: A lively start with hosts Martika Brianne Jones and Brian Alvarez-Bailey, reflecting on the loss of Brian’s tea.
- Special Guest: Welcoming Fatin Kwasny, CEO of Fractio; Stephanie Philpot, Founder of The Eczema Sample Store, for a candid and insightful discussion.
- Today’s Tea Choices:
- Fatin’s Choice: Ginger
- Stephanie’s Choice: N/A
- Martika’s Choice: Earl Grey
- Brian’s Choice: Christmas blend
- Journey of Fractio: Fatin shares the inception and mission of Fractio, a platform designed to support early-stage startups by providing fractional skills on a usage-based model, aiming to reduce the common pitfalls startups face.
- The Eczema Sample Store: Stephanie discusses her personal journey with eczema and how it led her to create a subscription box service aimed at helping those with sensitive skin discover products that work for them without the financial burden.
- Entrepreneurial Insights: Both guests share valuable insights on navigating the startup landscape, the importance of adaptability, and the art of leveraging feedback for business growth.
- Cultural and Personal Reflections: The hosts and guests engage in a candid discussion about personal preferences, cultural backgrounds, and the unexpected paths life can take us on.
- Closing Thoughts: The episode wraps up with reflections on the importance of finding balance, both in personal life and in entrepreneurship, and the ongoing quest for innovation and solving real-world problems.
