Nick Werderman and Evan Brooks sat down with local entrepreneur Jeff Small, the owner of Sammy T’s Pizza, a Fredericksburg favorite that was originally launched under the name YMMAS. After facing challenges with brand awareness, Jeff made the tough decision to rebrand an experience that taught him valuable lessons about marketing, community engagement, and adaptability. In this episode, Jeff shares his entrepreneurial journey, opening up about the realities of starting and sustaining a small ...
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Nick Werderman and Evan Brooks sat down with local entrepreneur Jeff Small, the owner of Sammy T’s Pizza, a Fredericksburg favorite that was originally launched under the name YMMAS. After facing challenges with brand awareness, Jeff made the tough decision to rebrand an experience that taught him valuable lessons about marketing, community engagement, and adaptability. In this episode, Jeff shares his entrepreneurial journey, opening up about the realities of starting and sustaining a small ...
In this episode of “From Spark to New Venture” , we explore the journey of Roy Choi, a pioneering chef who turned a simple idea into a food movement that redefined American cuisine. After losing his job during the 2008 recession, Choi embraced risk and creativity by combining Korean short ribs with Mexican street tacos, this fusion gave birth to the iconic Kogi BBQ food truck. More than just a business, Kogi became a cultural phenomenon, blending flavors, communities, and innovation, all driv...
From Spark to New Venture
Nick Werderman and Evan Brooks sat down with local entrepreneur Jeff Small, the owner of Sammy T’s Pizza, a Fredericksburg favorite that was originally launched under the name YMMAS. After facing challenges with brand awareness, Jeff made the tough decision to rebrand an experience that taught him valuable lessons about marketing, community engagement, and adaptability. In this episode, Jeff shares his entrepreneurial journey, opening up about the realities of starting and sustaining a small ...
