Atlanta Born & Brand

Connext Media

Award-winning visual storyteller, and budding business builder Jonathan Hillyard hosts this weekly podcast showcasing the incredible brands and small businesses being built all over the city of Atlanta. The founders and entrepreneurs behind them tell the stories of their successes, failures, and even provide some inspiration on building a brand that lasts in the capital of the south. This is Atlanta Born and Brand. You can listen to new episodes on Thursdays.

  1. 08/31/2023

    Billy Kramer: NFA Burger (VIDEO)

    “The best burger in the world is the burger you think is the best burger. Not the burger someone else thinks is the best burger.” Check out our video feature with Billy Kramer, owner and founder of NFA Burger — a small but mighty burger joint located INSIDE a Chevron gas station in Dunwoody.

    2 min

  2. 08/17/2023

    Ardy Arani: Big Green Egg (VIDEO)

    Ed Fisher opened the Big Green Egg store in Atlanta in 1974, where he was selling the domed clay cookers. He had discovered them while serving overseas in World War II and was impressed with how well they worked. 50 years and several iterations later, Big Green Egg has become a global phenomenon with a very loyal and dedicated fan base.The Big Green Egg isn’t like other kamado cookers. When you own a Big Green Egg, you become part of the EGGHead community, a group of passionate and well-fed people who host events each year in the Atlanta area and all around the world. The product line has grown to include seven sizes of the Egg, with hundreds of accessories.Tune in as we sit down with Ed Fisher and current CEO of Big Green Egg, Ardy Arani. They share a bit of the Egg’s history with us and where the company is today!

    2 min

  3. 08/01/2023

    Jay Cranman: Hands On Atlanta (VIDEO)

    Over 30 years ago, 12 friends sat down and came up with an idea that would make volunteering in their community easier and more accessible, from there Hands On Atlanta was born. Hands On has become a one-stop shop to bring together Atlanta volunteers and nonprofits. Their organization supports over 150 nonprofits in the Atlanta area and has daily opportunities for volunteers. From one time micro-volunteering, to a full year program with AmeriCorps there's something to fit everyone's schedule.

    4 min

  4. 07/28/2023

    April Stammel: South Downtown, Newport (VIDEO)

    South Downtown, the very streets where Atlanta began! In 2016, Newport opened its Atlanta office and began investing in the future of South Downtown. Through 26 transactions, their team purchased 48 historic buildings and 4 acres of parking lots. The area’s first renovations started with historic Hotel Row and 222 Mitchell.We sat down with Senior Vice President of Newport, April Stammel, to hear about their current and future projects — including plans for two residential buildings — and hopes to create a walkable, livable, inclusive and connected neighborhood.

    5 min

  5. 07/25/2023

    Adam Rosenfelt: Pullman Yards (VIDEO)

    Watch as Atlanta Born and Brand heads to Pullman Yards, an enchanting piece of Atlanta's history. We spoke with the current owner of Pullman Yards, Adam Rosenfelt, who shared invaluable insights into the site's history -- including the remarkable history of the Pullman Porters and their significant role in the civil rights movement -- and the ambitious revitalization efforts that aim to transform this historic gem into a vibrant, mixed-use community. Witness the awe-inspiring industrial architecture that has withstood the test of time and we chat with Adam about what they have in store for the third act of this site.

    4 min
  6. Adam Rosenfelt: Pullman Yards (Season 6 | Episode 12)

    07/20/2023

    Adam Rosenfelt: Pullman Yards (Season 6 | Episode 12)

    Join us as we head down to Pullman Yards, an enchanting piece of Atlanta’s history. We sat down with one of the current owners, Adam Rosenfelt, who shared insight into the site’s history — including the remarkable history of the Pullman Porters and their significant role in the civil rights movement — and the ambitious revitalization efforts that aim to transform this historic gem into a vibrant, mixed-use community. Listen as we talk with Adam about the industrial architecture that has withstood the test of time and what they have in store for the third act of this site.  Head on down to the Pratt-Pullman District and enjoy their many exhibitions and family fun activities. Be sure to share with us if you check out Dailies and Sides, AlcoHall, or play a game of pickleball! For more information head to their website pullmanyards.com.

    35 min

  7. 07/14/2023

    Rebekah Black: Jambos Donates (VIDEO)

    The journey of children in foster care can often be a stressful and sudden situation. Too many children arrive at their new foster homes with very few possessions, some with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Stay tuned for an in depth conversation with Rebekah about the inception of Jambos, and why she feels it’s important for all of us to focus on heart beat versus heartbreak language. For more information on how to get involved with this awesome cause head to jambosdonates.com. There are hundreds of volunteer opportunities at their warehouse located in Buford, GA – bring your friends, colleagues and even the kiddos! And be sure to follow Rebekah and the Jambos team on Instagram @jambosdonates.

    3 min

  8. 07/06/2023

    Mario Cambardella: ServeScape (VIDEO)

    Founder and CEO, Mario Cambardella sits down with us today to talk about how ServeScape is using their technology to connect under-marketed landscape designers and plant growers with homeowners.

    2 min
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Award-winning visual storyteller, and budding business builder Jonathan Hillyard hosts this weekly podcast showcasing the incredible brands and small businesses being built all over the city of Atlanta. The founders and entrepreneurs behind them tell the stories of their successes, failures, and even provide some inspiration on building a brand that lasts in the capital of the south. This is Atlanta Born and Brand. You can listen to new episodes on Thursdays.

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  • Creator
    Connext Media
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2023
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 681236
  • Show Website
    Atlanta Born & Brand