{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"What’s Up, Wake","title":"Brewing Up Local Love with Shop Local Raleigh","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/3441d6c7\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2588,"description":"In this episode, we chat with Jennifer Martin, executive director of Shop Local Raleigh, about her journey from Florida to Raleigh and her mission to support local businesses. Jennifer discusses how she and her team partner with various local enterprises — from restaurants and boutiques to media companies and health spas — to help them thrive. She highlights the importance of shopping local for the community and economy and shares insights on how Shop Local Raleigh aids businesses in marketing, strategy, and networking. Additionally, Jennifer touches on major events organized by Shop Local Raleigh, like Brewgaloo and Falling for Local, and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start a business in the area. Join us to learn more about the vibrant local business scene in Raleigh and the efforts to promote and sustain it.\n00:00 Introduction to Local Business Champion\n01:29 Jennifer Martin's Journey to Raleigh\n03:55 The Importance of Shopping Local\n09:36 Supporting Local Businesses: Challenges and Strategies\n12:53 Future of Raleigh's Business Landscape\n19:42 Starting a Business in Raleigh\n22:10 Shop Local Raleigh's Major Events\n25:28 Craft Beer Delivery Challenges and Industry Trends\n26:36 Expanding the Festival Footprint\n27:38 Creating Family-Friendly Events\n29:13 Planning Massive Events\n32:04 Rain or Shine: Event Resilience\n33:24 Local Favorites and Personal Preferences\n37:45 Supporting Local Businesses\n40:03 Finding Shop Local Raleigh Online","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3FPpkJ7JIRSxqmup6bUJfqr8_rMrqpK7grf9C8PwVsk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNmM5/OWRmY2Y4NDg0ZDEy/YjlmZjdkZDdhNDI2/OTJiZC5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}