CC Ep #6 with Mark, Intrinsic Provisions
In this episode (timestamps included below): Aubrey chats with Intrinsic Provision founder Mark Boles about the what inspired him to turn his love for the outdoors into an industry-disrupting business model (and, coincidentally, become the 2nd Black-owned outdoor gear shop in the U.S.). In Mark's characteristic warm and carefully unfolding way, we get to hear his story in his words. Plus, he shares the inside scoop on some of the industry's best kept secrets of brands with soul that will keep you warm and enjoying outdoors all winter long. Mark speaks to the heart of the infinite challenges we navigate...
CC #5 Koko the Shop
In this episode: Aubrey chats with Koko founders Jamie and Adria (aka total badasses) about the challenges they've face as entrepreneurs opening a line of retail shops in the midst of a pandemic and social unrest. As of October 2020, they've opened shops in Columbus, Denver and Lexington and are set to quadruple their shops (adding shops in Cinci and Louisville) by the end of the year. How do they stay grounded and resilient to their mission to build the world they want to see in the face of it all? Jamie and Adria's faves: Place to Adventure -...
CC #4: Hunt to Eat
Camper Chat #4 with Gabby Zaldumbide, Hunt to Eat In this episode: Aubrey and Gabby chat about ethically hunting Gabby's first bear, insight on the culture of hunting as a female, and have an open conversation on the challenges and delights of mixing business and advocacy in our ever-changing world. Resources mentioned: Gabby's faves: Place to Adventure - Gunnison County, CO Adventure Food - you'll never find her without electrolyte-enhancing Propel packets in her back pocket Podcasts - The Joe Rogan Experience, Artemis Book - Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Are you a hunter, or do you have a...