Introducing Catherine Robinson of Wildwood Aromas in Springfield, Missouri. Catherine is our 1Q 2022 scholarship recipient. The Indie Business Network offers a valuable and transformative entrepreneurial experience, and we recognize that not everyone has the resources to access our suite of entrepreneurial mentoring, coaching, and training services, especially when they are first starting out. To help…
Making your way through your gift list, you stumble across that one person. You know, the person that has everything, that’s hard to shop for—and you’re wracking your brain for the perfect present! When off-the-shelf options just won’t do, pick from one of these personalizable candles. You can choose the scent, select the label design,…
I founded the Indie Business Network 20 years ago because I believe in the transformative power of entrepreneurship. I also believe that it is time to replace traditional notions of entrepreneurship with the increasingly obvious reality that entrepreneurship is for everyone, and can be defined in different ways by different people with uniquely different lifestyle…
As the founder of the Indie Business Network, nothing brings me greater joy than presenting you with this curated selection of artisan made products from cross the nation. Our members are going all out to make sure you have wonderful local handmade goodness to share with your friends and loved ones this holiday season. Click…
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According to a 2020 report from the American Psychiatric Association*, 46.6 million Americans (nearly 1 in 5 adults!) live with a mental health condition, depression in particular, and suicide rates are rising. Welcome to Episode 92 of the Indie Business Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on one woman’s mental health challenges, and how the…
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Welcome to Episode 91 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today’s Indie Story introduces you to Tiana Coats of Winding Wick Candles, in Garland, Texas. Once upon a time, Tiana considered her position as a pharmacy technician to be her dream job. She eventually grew weary of doing the same thing every day, and began daydreaming…
O Canada! The beautiful country is well-known for its majestic scenery, dogmatic hockey obsession, and the sweet kiss of Maple Syrup. At Indie Business Network, we also know Canada for something else: their talented crop of handmade and artisan businesses! We are proud to offer product liability insurance for maker businesses all across North America—and…
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Welcome to Episode 90 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today’s Indie Story introduces you to Jennifer Watt of Jenny the Hemp Goddess, in Armada, Michigan. Jenny’s story perfectly illustrates the fact that a supportive spouse or partner is key to business success. Several years ago, Jenny and her family moved to a 10-acre farm and…
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Welcome to Episode 89 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today’s Indie Story introduces you to Lakisha McMillian of Simply Unique, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Not only is Lakisha leading her business, but she also works full-time and is earning her master’s degree. You’ll enjoy learning about how Lakisha organizes her time for maximum efficiency using…
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Welcome to Episode 88 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today’s Indie Story introduces you to Brittany Hogan of Nefertem Holistic Skincare, in Park Forest, Illinois. For Nefertem co-founders Brittany and her husband, Andre, business is about so much more than money. The brand name itself borrows from Nefertem, the god of beautification in the ancient…
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Welcome to Episode 87 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today’s Indie Story introduces you to Rhonda Walters of RareGlo, in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Rhonda has been in the beauty business for over 40 years. She is a cosmetologist, a hair stylist, a salon owner, and a cosmetics formulator. And a mom and a long distance runner.…
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Welcome to Episode 86 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today’s Indie Story introduces you to Christie Krasteva of CEVARI, in Charlotte, North Carolina. A self-described “nature girl,” Christie grew up surrounded by all types of entrepreneurs including farmers, auto body shop owners, construction engineers, charter boat owners, horticulturists and more. Having been exposed to entrepreneurship…
As the founder and leader of the Indie Business Network, one of the things of which I am most pleased and proud is that IBN serves people from all walks of life who make all kinds of products in all sort of different niches. Each of our members has more creativity in their pinky fingers…
Live Virtual + Physical Events At the Indie Business Network, we believe: • entrepreneurs are empowered and emboldened when they gather together • businesses grow when their leaders grow within a positive an supportive community • face-to-face energy is best, where possible • personal development matters, because your business will never outgrow you Our events…
I am excited to announce the theme for Indie Business Retreat 2022: Road to Recurring Revenue. For those who don’t know, Indie Business Retreat is our signature retreat for Makers and Creative Entrepreneurs. On January 9, 2022, we’re heading to the beautiful Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic for a week of…
IBN is the best professional membership I have joined. … I have learned the skills to take my business to the next level. It's a great group to join regardless of the size of your business.
I am excited to announce Indie Business Retreat: Playa Esmeralda: Dominican Republic: January 9 – 14, 2022! If you already know you are ready to register, do so here. (Deposits are due now.) As the leader of an online membership-based business for over 20 years, I am a pioneer when it comes to using technology…
Michès Playa Esmeralda Achieve the Ultimate Trifecta™ Sunday, January 14 – Friday, January 19, 2024 2024/01/14 09:00:00 At the Indie Business Network, we believe in The Ultimate Trifecta: a happy life, a profitable business and a meaningful legacy. This means that as you scale your business, you can also scale your life. On this, the…
I am pleased to announce the February 2021 Indie Business Book Club pick: On Her Own Ground: The Life and Times of Madam CJ Walker by A’Lelia Bundles. If you’re not familiar with the Indie Business Book Club, you can click here for more information. Authored by Madam CJ Walker’s great-great granddaughter, A’Lelia Bundles, the book…
Chelsea helps to execute the brand experience of the Indie Business Network by supporting relationships and nurturing brand loyalty. She uses her considerable organizational and planning skills to reflect IBN’s core values to the world. Chelsea’s work is designed to consistently improve the internal and external collaborations that are the lifeblood of our brand.
All the Indie Business Love, Wrapped in a New Design I have been waiting several months, and the big day is finally here. Not only is it New Year’s Day, but it’s also the day when we welcome a fresh new logo to Indie Business. We want you to be the first to know. I…