Business Solutionaries

Kat Leitner & Ashleigh Metherell
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Kat Leitner & Ashleigh Metherall zero-in on the day-to-day challenges and opportunities facing small to mid-sized business owners when the reality is, no two days are the same!

  1. 03/25/2025

    Adventure Awaits: Lori Pittari on Why Traveling is the Ultimate Goal!

    Adventure Awaits: Lori Pittari on Why Traveling is the Ultimate Goal! In this episode, we sit down with Lori Pittari of Cabin Fever Cruise and Travel and her associate Patti Baker to talk all things travel! From the top destinations for 2025 to the benefits of using a travel planner, cruises, and beyond, Lori and Patti share their expert insights to help make your next trip unforgettable. We also chat about our favorite past trips and dream destinations, and why, as Lori says, "If you aren't traveling, you aren't going anywhere!"

    37 min

  2. 03/18/2025

    Jumping into Junk: Toni Stone on Family, Growth, and Running Toadal Junk Removal!

    In this episode, we're chatting with Toni Stone, one of the owners of Toadal Junk Removal, about family, business growth, and taking the leap into new ventures. Toni shares the ins and outs of running a family-owned junk removal business with her husband, sister, and sister's partner, all while balancing the daily grind and leaning on each other for support. We dive into how Toadal Junk Removal makes life easier for Charleston residents by handling all the heavy lifting and cleanup, from hauling to sweeping up the last bit of debris—and how sometimes, jumping into a new business venture feels a lot like leaping over a pile of junk!

    52 min

  3. 03/11/2025

    Threading the Needle of Storytelling: Chris Gifford on Creativity, Leadership, and Impact

    In this episode, we sit down with Chris Gifford, the creative mastermind behind Thread Pull, where storytelling meets purpose-driven leadership. From his early days as a filmmaking enthusiast to founding a video marketing company ahead of its time, Chris shares how his journey through art, failure, and personal growth led him to craft stories that inspire and empower. Tune in as Chris discusses the evolution of his career, the power of storytelling, and how Thread Pull is helping brands create meaningful movements centered around faith, family, and biblical principles.

    42 min

  4. 03/04/2025

    Let's Improve it!: Erin Deal on Taking Teamwork to the Next Level!

    In this episode, we're chatting with Erin Diehl, the mastermind behind improve it!, a professional development company that's all about laughing, learning, and growing—sometimes at the same time. Erin is a Business Improv Edutainer, Failfluencer, and professional zombie who's managed to get over 30,000 people to chicken dance (yes, you read that right). Tune in as Erin shares her journey from the world of improv in Chicago to global stages, all while making teamwork way more fun than it has any right to be!

    46 min

  5. 02/25/2025

    Allora All In: Chaos, Coffee, and Kicking Off 2025!

    We're kicking off our 2025 podcast season with a fun roundtable episode featuring the whole Allora team! We'll talk about our goals for the year, share our dream podcast guests, and play a game of "This or That." Tune in for all the laughs and excitement as we dive into what's ahead for the season—and try not to spill coffee all over the mic while we're at it!

    28 min

  6. 12/12/2023

    STAY a While!

    Back for round 2 on Business Solutionaries is our favorite neighbor, Courtney Bukowsky! Coco is a woman of many talents and is currently expanding her business empire one product and service at a time. We are thrilled to have her back to discuss her STAY Luggage Racks. These racks are anything but ordinary, and this episode is just the same. We chat about all things social media, building a brand, and hair extensions??  Listen in to learn more!

    51 min

  7. 12/05/2023

    113: Jewelry with a Purpose

    Elizabeth Adams has been a lifelong creative. The daughter of two artists, Elizabeth was encouraged to be actively creating at an early age. In 2009, after losing her young daughter to a brain tumor, Elizabeth turned back to art as an outlet while moving through grief. This outlet transformed into Ex Voto Vintage Jewelry. With 3 storefronts and a thriving online presence, Elizabeth's creativity and passion for giving back has become a successful business!

    1h 4m

  8. 11/28/2023

    TeaTime With Me Time!

    Kara Reich has a passion for making women feel supported, glowy, and strong. For her that starts with skincare, she is the founder and CEO of Me Time Botanicals, an all-natural skincare line made right here in Charleston! Her products are game changers, and her new spa is worth the visit. Listen in to hear her inspiring story of entrepreneurship and how she is uplifting women along the way.

    34 min
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Kat Leitner & Ashleigh Metherall zero-in on the day-to-day challenges and opportunities facing small to mid-sized business owners when the reality is, no two days are the same!

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  • Creator
    Kat Leitner & Ashleigh Metherell
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kat Leitner & Ashleigh Metherell 2020
  • Show Website
    Business Solutionaries