Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson: A Creative Collective Podcast
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson: A Creative Collective Podcast
Podcast Description
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she's headed next.
Local economies thrive when women's authentic experiences are shared and celebrated. That's why this podcast goes beyond polished success stories to explore the real challenges, unexpected pivots, and genuine moments of inspiration that shape the entrepreneurial paths of Creative Collective members.
Our guests share candidly about:
Their unexpected paths to entrepreneurship and business ownership
The "messy middles" are rarely seen on social media or marketing materials
How the Creative Collective community supports women's business journeys
Navigating the unique challenges women face in building creative enterprises
Finding their authentic voice and leadership style in their industries
Whether you're a woman entrepreneur yourself, a supporter of women-owned businesses, or simply curious about the women behind local creative enterprises, this podcast offers honest insights into what it really takes for women to build something with intention and heart in today's business landscape.
Produced By:
Randyll Collum produces this podcast for Peabody TV in partnership with Creative Collective. Creative Collective is a business support program that provides modern resources, strategy, and connections for small businesses and creators, because building something meaningful doesn't mean you have to do it alone.
Learn more at creativecollectivema.com.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on women's entrepreneurship, community support, and the authentic experiences behind building creative enterprises. Episodes delve into topics such as navigating the 'messy middles' of business, exploring unexpected entrepreneurial paths, and celebrating the unique challenges women face in their journeys. For example, one episode covers Daybar Bugler's transition from fashion design to opening EDX Provisions, highlighting the less visible aspects of entrepreneurship and community engagement.
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she’s headed next.
Local economies thrive when women’s authentic experiences are shared and celebrated. That’s why this podcast goes beyond polished success stories to explore the real challenges, unexpected pivots, and genuine moments of inspiration that shape the entrepreneurial paths of Creative Collective members.
Our guests share candidly about:
Their unexpected paths to entrepreneurship and business ownership
The “messy middles” are rarely seen on social media or marketing materials
How the Creative Collective community supports women’s business journeys
Navigating the unique challenges women face in building creative enterprises
Finding their authentic voice and leadership style in their industries
Whether you’re a woman entrepreneur yourself, a supporter of women-owned businesses, or simply curious about the women behind local creative enterprises, this podcast offers honest insights into what it really takes for women to build something with intention and heart in today’s business landscape.
Produced By:
Randyll Collum produces this podcast for Peabody TV in partnership with Creative Collective. Creative Collective is a business support program that provides modern resources, strategy, and connections for small businesses and creators, because building something meaningful doesn’t mean you have to do it alone.
Learn more at creativecollectivema.com.
Episode Description: Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson – Beyond the Brand with Jenni Stuart
Join us as we explore the remarkable journey of Jenni Stuart, our podcast sponsor and founder of Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry in Salem, MA. Together with host Mikki Wilson, we’re discovering how this classically trained Pratt Institute goldsmith is reimagining what ethical luxury means in our creative economy.
In this conversation, our Creative Collective community learns alongside Jenni as she shares insights from her open workshop at 24 Front Street, where customers don’t just buy jewelry—they meet the makers crafting their pieces. We’re exploring how her decision to eliminate middlemen creates an entirely new model for ethical business, one where recycled gold, ethically sourced diamonds (lab-grown or natural), and independently mined gemstones tell stories of both beauty and responsibility
What emerges is a deeper understanding of how women entrepreneurs like Jenni are transforming traditional industries. From her “Willy Wonka for grown-ups” approach to custom design—where 80-90% of her work involves creating one-of-a-kind engagement rings—to her accessible permanent bracelet offerings, we’re witnessing how authentic values can drive thriving businesses. Her commitment to hiring makers rather than salespeople reveals new possibilities for how we might all build enterprises that prioritize both craft and community.
This episode invites us to consider: What happens when we center transparency, ethics, and genuine human connection in luxury markets? How might our own creative ventures benefit from similar approaches? Join our exploration of these questions and more as we continue learning together about the real journeys shaping women’s entrepreneurship in the Creative Collective.
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