S3 E1: Jakob White, Chef and Co-Owner, Cleome Table + Bar in Glens Falls NY
Join Ann Donnelly as she learns about the culinary (and business) journey of Jakob White, the chef and co-owner of Cleome Table and Bar in Glens Falls, New York.
S2 E10: Johanna von Geldern, Owner, Mint Restaurant
In this episode of Building Success Stories, Ann Donnelly interviews Johanna von Geldern, owner of Mint Farm to Table Restaurant. Mint grew a dedicated following quickly when it opened in Glens Falls in 2022 and is now expanding with a new location in Slingerlands opening in March 2025. Johanna shares her journey into the culinary world and emphasizes the connection between food, health, and wellness.
S2 E2: Riham LaRussa, Owner, SmallPackages.co
In this episode of Building Success Stories, I speak with Riham LaRussa, owner of Saratoga-based Small Packages, a company built on the idea that gift-giving should be personal and stress-free. Riham left the corporate world to take over Small Packages in late 2022 and aims to empower customers to find the perfect gift for any occasion.
S2 E1: Jenny & Chris Dore, Owners, The Peppermill Family Restaurant
In this episode of Building Success Stories, Ann Donnelly interviews culinary power couple Jenny and Chris Dore, who have recently taken over the Peppermill Family Restaurant in South Glens Falls. They discuss their backgrounds, the legacy of the restaurant, their vision for the future, and the importance of community engagement. Chris shares his culinary journey and the thoughtful process behind transitioning ownership, while Jenny emphasizes the significance of maintaining the restaurant’s family-friendly atmosphere. The couple highlights their commitment to evolving the menu based on customer feedback and building trust with their staff and the community.
S1 E14: Dr. Kelli Borgos-Hatin, SUNY Distinguished Professor and Entrepreneur
This episode of Building Success Stories is an interview with Dr. Kelli Borgos-Hatin, SUNY Distinguished Professor, Business Consultant, Owner of Mixa-Fusion (selling her own flavored simple syrups), and Co-Owner of Mixaritas (mobile bartending services).
S1 E11: Building Habits (Part 1 of 2) and Ashley Heald, of Peak Nutrition in Glens Falls
This episode of Building Success Stories is Part 1 of 2 on Building Habits. Producer Seth Cooper and I discuss how to build the habits that are needed to ensure that you do the necessary marketing and other activities needed to grow your business.
S1 E9: Christian Raeth of Spargel on Nine, a New Restaurant with an Authentic German Dining Experience
In this episode of Building Success Stories, I interviewed Christian Raeth, Owner/Chef, Spargel on Nine, the newest restaurant in Queensbury, New York, which opened on Friday, December 8, 2023.