Episodes

  • Amie Coffey, Senior Sales Director at Mary Kay and Owner of Coffey Consulting
    Jan 5 2024

    Amie Coffey is a seasoned professional with dual roles. As the owner of Coffey Consulting, she brings a wealth of expertise in networking, payroll administration, accounting, and more.

    Simultaneously, Amie has excelled as a Mary Kay Independent Business Owner and Sales Director. Specializing in Mary Kay's premium products, she not only drives sales but also assists others in starting their own Mary Kay businesses.

    Amie's skills extend to effective networking, a crucial aspect of her success in both business ownership and sales. Her commitment to empowering others and her comprehensive knowledge of the beauty industry are further exemplified by her active involvement with Mary Kay, providing valuable makeup, skin care, and beauty tips. Amie's journey is a testament to her versatility and unwavering commitment to excellence in entrepreneurship and direct sales.
    Connect with Amie on Instagram to book an appointment: https://www.instagram.com/amiecoffey/

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    34 mins
  • Angie Coffey-Owen, Owner and Licensed Massage Therapist at Calm Waters Therapeutic Massage
    Nov 17 2023

    Welcome to this episode of Built in Brunswick, where we have the pleasure of diving into the fascinating world of holistic wellness with our special guest, Angie Coffey-Owen. Angie is not just your ordinary massage therapist; she's a true wellness advocate, essential oil enthusiast, coffee connoisseur, and a dedicated homeschool mom.

    Contact her via cell or text at 910-209-4624 or email at CalmWatersMassageNC@yahoo.com to schedule an appointment. 

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    29 mins
  • Karen Wrenn, Co-Owner of Brunswick Organizing Solutions
    Nov 3 2023

    Karen is a retired special educator with 35 years of experience teaching students with special needs in Maryland. After retiring, Karen started her own professional organizing business, which initially targeted the greater DC/Baltimore areas, before relocating to North Carolina four years ago.

    Karen has over five years of experience organizing various rooms in clients' homes, enhancing her natural ability to declutter a variety of spaces and manage areas in people’s homes. Her specialty is assisting clients with ADHD needs. She enjoys helping others by empowering them to become organized in their homes and personal lives. She credits her organizational skills to her successful teaching career. By providing clients with specific techniques, she has helped them with time management and home management needs, improving their quality of life.

    Karen and Gary have two grown, married children, one living in Maryland and the other in California. They welcomed their first grandchild in 2018. Her hobbies include theatre, Zumba, spending time with family and friends, playing pickleball, and entertaining. She is a member of NAPO (National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals) and the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce.

    Visit: https://www.getorganizednc.com/contact-us

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    30 mins
  • Courtney Bledsoe, Director of Communications and PR at Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc.
    Oct 27 2023

    For more than 20 years, Brunswick County offered aging services to provide support to older adults. In 2002, the county identified and projected the growing population of older adults and BSRI was established. With the ever-evolving needs of people over 50, BSRI has adapted by offering active lifestyle activities, while continuing to provide resources and support to help navigate the aging process.

    BSRI receives funding from federal, state, and local entities, as well as philanthropic donations. Additionally, BSRI operates businesses that provide supportive revenue to expand programs beyond existing resource allocations.

    Today, equipped with resources we educate and empower people to flourish and remain connected to their communities. With the intentional use of insights, experiences, purposeful innovation and planning, BSRI moves into the future by creating an interdependent network of support.

    Visit: https://bsrinc.org

    Donate: https://bsrinc.org/donate

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    33 mins
  • Tony Caggiano, The ADA Comply Guy
    Sep 29 2023

    In this episode of "Built in Brunswick," we have the privilege of speaking with Tony Caggiano, known far and wide as The ADA Comply Guy. Tony's journey is one of remarkable dedication to accessibility and inclusivity, driven by his deep-rooted philanthropic spirit.

    Join us in this conversation as Tony shares his inspiring journey. From volunteering with special needs groups like the Special Olympics to his background in the IT industry, Tony's path took an unexpected turn in 2019. What began as a project to create a mobile app for local school fundraising led to a profound discovery – the urgent need for website accessibility. Tony became an advocate for ADA compliance, educating businesses on its importance and helping them navigate new regulations to avoid legal challenges.

    Tony's mission goes beyond compliance; he's now an advocate for both the disabled community and unaware business owners. His work not only empowers businesses to become compliant but also helps them access government funding and grants through the Web Accessibility Awareness Foundation (WAAF). Tune in to learn how Tony Caggiano is making the digital world more inclusive for everyone.

    Visit https://www.adacomplyguy.com

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    26 mins
  • Chris Uchacz, Owner of Coastal Home Watch & Concierge
    Sep 21 2023

    Owning and operating Coastal Home Watch & Concierge, LLC is a dream come true for Chris and Karen. They are no strangers to owning a second family home or rental property, and they completely understand the stress and anxiety that comes with living hours away or even out-of-state. While home security systems and ring video cameras can do a great job of alerting you to any issues or situations that may occur, what you really need is a local professional whose job is to be available when you can't!

    They know the value of a reliable "flip flops on the ground" Home Watch Service that can provide you with a sense of calmness knowing that you have a trustworthy advocate taking care of your home and property, as if it were their own!

    Chris and Karen are married and live in Ocean Isle Beach with their dogs, Kirby and Lulu. They have embraced the beach lifestyle while falling in love with the beauty of the beaches and the overwhelming kindness of the people. Without a doubt, they have found their forever home! Chris was born and raised in Vancouver, BC, and has spent the last 25 years working in collegiate athletics. Karen grew up in Florida and has spent most of her career in sales and customer service and currently works in the residential mortgage industry.

    They take their business very seriously and understand the level of trust bestowed upon them to watch your home and property. It is a privilege that they do not take lightly, and they look forward to serving you with the honesty and integrity you deserve!


    Visit https://www.coastalhomewatchconcierge.com

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    25 mins
  • Katherine Tripp, Owner of Good As Gold
    Sep 14 2023

    Katherine Tripp is the owner of Good As Gold, a permanent jewelry pop-up experience hosting in-person events across Brunswick and New Hanover Counties.


    Visit https://www.instagram.com/goodasgoldnc

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    36 mins
  • Hiring for Habits and Attitude
    Sep 7 2023

    Linda Stinson is an owner/partner at RLS Focused Solutions with expertise in individual and organizational development. She brings 15 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, along with a decade at Ted Bates & Company, an international advertising and marketing firm. Linda has a background in planning and business development for both for-profit and non-profit organizations in the Carolinas.

    Linda is a graduate of the Leadership Wilmington program and has served as a session chairperson. She is an active member of various Boards of Directors, including the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce, DREAMS (a youth development program offering free classes in the visual and creative arts to underserved youth in southeastern North Carolina), and the Thalian Association in Wilmington, NC. She is also currently engaged in a continuing education program in her areas of expertise.


    Visit https://www.plangoals.com

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    26 mins