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Business in Blue

Fogelman College of Business & Economics

Welcome to “Business in Blue,” the Fogelman College of Business & Economics’ new podcast! Join us as we delve into entrepreneurial success stories, uncover expert advice and explore all things business and all things Memphis. Whether you’re launching a new career, a seasoned professional or just curious about the thriving business scene in the Bluff City, “Business in Blue” is your go-to source for inspiration and insights. Get ready for a journey through the heart of Memphis’s business world

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22:15

Making it Memphis: Old Dominick Distillery

Business in Blue ·

2026/04/09

This week on Business in Blue, host Leia Harper welcomed Clark Schifani—a fifth-generation FCBE alumnus and Director of Sales at Old Dominick Distillery—to the FCBE Media Studio. Tune in as Clark shares valuable insights from his career in the hospitality industry, along with fun “did you know?” trivia about the origins of the iconic Old Dominick brand.A key focus of the conversation is Old Dominick’s commitment to authenticity. Through their new “Making It Memphis” initiative, the distillery is

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17:45

Entrepreneurs are made in Memphis: David Rose, Crews...

Business in Blue ·

2026/03/26

Let’s give a roaring Business Tiger welcome to UofM alum and assistant director of the Crews Center for Entrepreneurship, David Rose. In this episode, David discusses the power of entrepreneurship and how the Crews Center serves a vital role not only on the UofM campus, but to the City of Memphis. He shares how entrepreneurship is all about failing forward, learning fast and taking action on your ideas. The Crews Center for Entrepreneurship is available to all UofM students and community partners,

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18:30

Where Good Energy Flows: Groovy Gratitude

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2026/03/12

In this episode, Business in Blue host Leia Harper sits down with Alicia Dixon, co-owner and founder of Groovy Gratitude, a wellness café located in Uptown Memphis that blends music, mindfulness and community engagement into its brand.Groovy Gratitude is more than just a juice bar—it serves as a beacon of wellness and balanced living in a community that has historically had limited access to healthy food options. In addition to offering a varied and delicious menu, Groovy Gratitude also prioritizes

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22:51

Home Made in Memphis: Brezay

Business in Blue ·

2026/02/26

SEASON FOUR!It’s season four, and we’re so glad you’re here. To kick off 2026, our host, Leia Harper had the opportunity to sit down with artist, entertainer, fashion designer and entrepreneur of Brezerk, Brezay. Brezerk is more than just a creative label, it is a brand embodying all things Memphis and Brezay herself. Listen in as Brezay, a “Home Made” icon, shares her entrepreneurial experience of how staying authentic catapulted her brand to success. Proudly hosted by the Fogelman College of

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29:44

Making A Difference: Bill Hargrave, UofM President

Business in Blue ·

2025/11/20

SEASON THREE FINALE!We were thrilled to welcome University of Memphis (UofM) President Bill Hardgrave to our studio as our final special guest. In this candid interview with our Business in Blue host Leia Harper, he shared how higher education completely changed the trajectory of his life. As only one of two people in his family to ever graduate high school – with “hooper dreams” on the forefront – learn how he rose to each of life’s challenges to ultimately become University of Memphis’s 13th

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20:47

Taking the Stage with Rhythm and Resilience: L.Y.E...

Business in Blue ·

2025/11/07

Our host, Leia Harper had the opportunity to sit down with professional dancer, choreographer, author and owner of L.Y.E Academy, Ladia Yates. From working with celebrities like Usher, Missy Elliott and Lil Baby to large corporations like Nike and Red Bull, Ladia remains humble and encourages her students follow in her footsteps. Through her avid social media presence and talented instructors, Ladia is leading the way to put Memphis on the map as a dance city.In Ladia’s recently published book, The

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36:30

The Intersection of Imagination, Technology and Play:...

Business in Blue ·

2025/10/23

This week, UofM Alumnus and Barron Von Opperbean (BVO) CCO/Co-Founder, Marvin Stockwell, and BVO CEO, Jee Vahn Knight, joined Leia Harper in the studio to discuss the revitalization of Memphis’ historic Mud Island Museum. Coming soon, the River of Time, an “immersive playground set within a creative universe” is set to shape a story-driven realm of art, gamification and interactive discovery of the Mississippi River. BVO is honoring the legacy of Mud Island by allowing attendees to create a story

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21:46

Making Moves through Marketing: Michele Ehrhart

Business in Blue ·

2025/10/09

Attention! Attention! Calling all Tigers! The University is rolling out a whole new brand across campus and throughout the community. Joining us in the studio to discuss these exciting changes is SVP and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Michele Ehrhart. Listen in as she shares the strategy behind the university brand refresh and discusses the launch of her recently published book, Crisis Compass.As described by Michele, Crisis Compass is the book she wishes she had on day two of her

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20:42

Community-Centric Chicken: Chick-fil-A Uptown Memphis

Business in Blue ·

2025/09/25

This episode hit close to home for our host, Leia Harper, as she welcomed her aunt, CeCe Glenn, into the studio. As a proud FCBE alumna, CeCe was excited to come back to campus and share her experience about becoming the owner and operator of Memphis’ newly established Chick-fil-A in Uptown. Listen in as she provides valuable insight into the long, but well-worth season of entrepreneurial waiting.From the store’s ribbon cutting ceremony to its first day of operation, her team’s goal has and will

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35:05

Dreaming, Thinking and Doing: Evolve Pilates

Business in Blue ·

2025/09/11

Our host, Leia Harper had the opportunity to sit down with UofM alumna and founder/owner of Evolve Pilates, Ashleigh Hayes. Not only is Ashleigh a Memphis fitness powerhouse, but she is the walking embodiment of “dreaming, thinking and doing.” Listen in as she shares her authentic entrepreneurial experience about how she evolved from a UofM student to successful studio owner.From the one-on-one connection to the lights and curated music, if you’re interested in attending a local fitness class, book

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40:50

Celebrating Art, Business and Life: Mia Saine

Business in Blue ·

2025/08/28

This week, give a warm welcome to Mia Saine, a nationally renowned illustrator, graphic designer and award-winning Memphis creative. Listen in as Mia shares how they discovered their unique style and cultivated a successful career as an artist in an ever-evolving, trend-adapting and AI generated industry.“Intentionality and inclusivity” are two primary themes that resonate throughout Mia’s work, which includes household brands such as Crocs, Skittles x SZA, Google and KitKat—just to name a few. Mia

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37:27

Championing Memphis: Choose901

Business in Blue ·

2025/08/14

WE’RE BACK and we’re so glad you’re here.For the kickoff episode of Business in Blue Season 3, recent FCBE alumna & Choose901 social media prowess, Salem Moses joined our host Leia Harper in the studio to talk about her collegiate adventure and how she entered the workforce post-graduation. Through persistency and professionalism, Salem earned her first full-time position after interning with Choose901 as an undergraduate student. Listen in for a fruitful conversation about how Salem built

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20:24

SEASON 2 FINALE: The Passing of the Torch

Business in Blue ·

2025/05/14

Well, here we are, Business Tigers. It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for – Our Season 2 FINALE! We proudly welcomed our NEW Host, Leia Harper, who interviewed non-other than our very own Carley Brown, double FCBE Alumna (MBA ’25 & BBA ’23) and original Business and Blue Podcast Host. Don’t miss this passing-of-the-torch episode, where Carley offers sage advice and recounts many of the valuable lessons she learned during her time at the University of Memphis.Proudly hosted by

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32:39

The Mystique of Memphis & Vinyl: Memphis Record Pressing

Business in Blue ·

2025/05/01

Memphis Alumnus, Brandon Seavers, co-founder & CEO of Memphis Record Pressing joined Carley Brown in the studio for another electrifying episode of Business in Blue. Seavers, always intrigued and involved in the music industry, took a leap of faith to service the niche market of vinyl record pressing post-graduation. Listen in to hear about the resurgence of vinyl as a renowned collectible and tangible expression of music – even in an increasingly digital world. You do not want to miss this peek

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22:37

Navigating the Ladder of Success with Agile Financial...

Business in Blue ·

2025/04/17

This week, UofM Alumna ’19, Trevia Chatman, President of Bank of America Memphis joined us in the studio. As President, she is responsible for connecting banking and investment resources offered through the bank's eight lines of business to individuals, families and companies across the region. Listen in as Trevia walks through a day in her life as a professional leader in the banking industry; shares incredibly insightful career-building advice; and highlights how she connects with our students at

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14:54

55 Years of Memphis’ Favorite: Huey’s Burgers

Business in Blue ·

2025/04/03

On this episode of Business in Blue, you’ll learn about non-other than Memphis’ staple burger joint, Huey’s. Alex Boggs, Area & Marketing Director of Huey’s, joined our host, Carley Brown to speak on the traditions that make this restaurant iconic—like shooting frill picks into the ceiling and leaving your mark on the walls! Coming up on its 55th Anniversary, Huey’s Burgers is not only known for the best burger in Memphis, but for its familial ties, and outreach designated for the University and

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24:48

Grit, Grind & A Whole Lot of Memphis Pride: Jessica...

Business in Blue ·

2025/03/20

With an extra edge of grit and grind, we welcomed Contributor & Host of the Grizzlies and Grind City Media, Jessica Benson into the studio. As the only on-air woman in the Memphis sports market, Jessica shares how she found her voice in this highly competitive industry. Not a native Memphian, Jessica discusses the countless opportunities she discovered here and how, in turn, she aims to champion our city every day.This episode highlights the localized passion and electricity of Memphis and the

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26:58

Leading with a Servant Heart: Dawn Graeter

Business in Blue ·

2025/03/07

In celebration of Women’s History Month, give a warm Tiger welcome to UofM Alumna ’86, Dawn Graeter, CEO of Southern Security Federal Credit Union. Dawn, a highly respected industry leader and glass ceiling-shatterer, sat down in the studio with host Carley Brown and spoke wisdom to all women – collegiate and professional alike. Listen in for a heart-felt testament of how to intentionally corral your time, efforts and actions for the betterment of YOU.Proudly hosted by the Fogelman College of

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35:31

A Head & Heart Collision: National Civil Rights Museum

Business in Blue ·

2025/02/20

In celebration of Black History Month, we welcomed Dr. Russell Wigginton, president of the National Civil Rights Museum to the studio. Designated as both a Smithsonian Affiliate and International Coalition Site of Conscience, the National Civil Rights Museum is widely considered to be one of the premier heritage and cultural experiential museums in the world. The museum, which was constructed on sacred ground, serves as a place of remembrance and as a catalyst for positive social change. Listen in

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34:31

Memphis’ Real-Life Willy Wonka: Phillip Ashley...

Business in Blue ·

2025/02/06

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it is seemingly fitting to welcome CEO & Founder of Phillip Ashley Chocolates, Phillip Ashley Rix. Not only has Phillip earned two James Beard Award semi-finalist nominations, been dubbed as Forbes real-life Willy Wonka, but his chocolates have also been added to Oprah’s Favorite Things list in 2020. Listen to Phillip’s journey about how a single 3 AM thought motivated him to become a self-taught master chocolatier and to now curate gifts for

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