Small Business Voices Wales
Small Business Voices Wales
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Small Business Voices Wales explores the real stories behind local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community changemakers across Wales. We dive into challenges, culture, policy, and what it truly takes to thrive as a local business in today’s economy. Real talk, real people, real Wales.
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The podcast explores topics related to local entrepreneurship, community support, and economic policies, with episodes delving into subjects such as sustainability in business, the impact of consumer habits on small businesses, and the unique challenges faced by Welsh entrepreneurs, exemplified by discussions like Mari Arthur's innovative approach with Tetrim Teas.
Small Business Voices Wales explores the real stories behind local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community changemakers across Wales. We dive into challenges, culture, policy, and what it truly takes to thrive as a local business in today’s economy. Real talk, real people, real Wales.
🍺 Episode: Brewing Change — Power, Purpose & Alcohol-Free Innovation with Joelle Drummond
In this episode of Small Business Voices Wales, hosts Franck Banza and Kim Mamhemde are joined by Joelle Drummond, co-founder of Drop Bear Beer Co. — Wales’s first B-Corp brewery and a trailblazer in alcohol-free craft beer.
Joelle’s journey challenges everything we think we know about brewing, entrepreneurship, and who gets to innovate. From ancient traditions of women brewers to modern-day disruption, this is a conversation about resilience, identity, and building a business that stays true to its values.
🎙️ In this episode, we explore:
The overlooked history of women in brewing
Entering — and disrupting — a male-dominated industry
How alcohol-free beer is made and what defines quality
Overcoming doubt, rejection, and imposter syndrome
Balancing purpose, sustainability, and profitability
Queer leadership and visibility in business
Building a company with your life partner
Scaling a Welsh brand while keeping its challenger spirit
💬 “Innovation doesn’t always look like tech — sometimes it looks like courage.”
🍻 About Drop Bear Beer Co.
Drop Bear Beer is a multi-award-winning alcohol-free craft beer brand from Wales, rooted in sustainability, inclusion, and great taste — without compromise.
Follow Drop Bear Beer:
Instagram: @dropbearbeer
LinkedIn: Drop Bear Beer Co.
Facebook: Drop Bear Beer
Where to buy Drop Bear Beer:
Available online directly from Drop Bear Beer
Stocked by UK supermarkets, independent retailers, pubs, bars, and bottle shops
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