{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Strong New York Podcast","title":"Cyndi Ramirez: From Blogger to Business Owner, Navigating Entrepreneurship & Creating the Chillhouse Empire","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a6a06cdf\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2403,"description":"In this episode of The Strong as F#CK Podcast, Kenny Santucci talks with Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton, founder and CEO of Chillhouse, a self-care spa & wellness cafe in the heart of Soho. Cyndi shares her entrepreneurial journey, from starting a blog to creating the unique Chillhouse brand in New York City's challenging landscape. They discuss the trials and tribulations of running a brick-and-mortar business, navigating the complexities of the health department, and pivoting during the pandemic. \nCyndi also opens up about balancing business with family life, making thoughtful decisions on brand evolution, and finding peace in Miami. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation about resilience, creativity, and business growth!\n00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome\n01:37 Starting a Business in New York\n02:40 Challenges of Running a Physical Space\n05:38 Navigating COVID-19\n06:49 Pivoting the Business Model\n08:40 Product Development Journey\n16:51 Partnership Dynamics and Personal Insights\n21:01 Expanding Business Ventures\n21:41 Doubling Down on Success\n22:01 Balancing Creativity and Replication\n23:58 Navigating New Opportunities\n25:24 Brand Refresh and Audience Engagement\n26:57 Wellness and Lifestyle Choices\n29:56 Parenting in the Digital Age\n36:33 Future Plans and Reflections\n39:56 Closing Remarks and Contact Information\nBorn and raised in New York City, Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton is the founder & CEO of self-care brand, Chillhouse. She is also the First Lady of hospitality brand, The Garret Group, where her husband is the founding partner. \nChillhouse was born when Ramirez-Fulton realized the city didn’t offer an aspirational massage place that was affordable. Reflecting on her upbringing as the daughter of an esthetician, Cyndi opened Chillhouse is 2017 in Manhattan’s Lower East Side and was immediately remarked as one of the most innovative wellness brands of that time. Chillhouse currently has a flagship in Soho which offers a suite of spa services. In addition to their...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/2Xk0ZfTav_YYXRVY33jR580T6b9XsLam3nbonxuWOrE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83ODY5/ODY1MDY4ZWQyNzg0/OWQxOThmY2JlMTc3/MDExOC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}