Sweet Dreams Come True with Ashley and Israel of Phat Ash Bakes | The Boostrapped Unicorns Podcast | Episode 40

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/G-dDb0d4hOY

Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one.

Join Josh in this episode as he explores the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Ashley and Israel Cronk, the masterminds behind Phat Ash Bakes. Discover how this husband and wife team turned casual cookie baking into a thriving business, their unique speakeasy bakery concept, and the challenges they faced along the way. From their initial kitchen trials to acquiring their own bakery space in Orlando, this episode is packed with insights on community building, branding, and creating a product that resonates deeply with customers. Plus, get a taste of their delicious cookie creations and learn how they’ve integrated both traditional and infused baking into their business. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a cookie lover, this episode is a treat not to be missed! Please note that there is some strong language used (briefly) towards the end of the episode, so be aware if this is a problem for you! We can't blame them, though... these are some good cookies!

For more from Phat Ash Bakes:

http://www.phatashbakes.com/

You can also visit their location in person at:

912 N Mills Ave, Orlando, FL 32803

00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns

00:40 Meet the "Cookie-preneurs"

01:39 The Sweet Smell of Success

02:16 From Property Management to Baking

03:30 The Obsession with the Perfect Cookie

06:02 Turning a Hobby into a Business

09:50 Building a Brand and Community

12:58 The "Good Good" Vibes

26:58 Fun and Kindness in Business

35:47 The Bakery's Unique Approach

37:10 Community Involvement and Partnerships

38:09 The Speakeasy Bakery Concept

41:21 From Apartment to Bakery

45:05 Challenges and Growth

46:25 Cookie Varieties and Flavors

51:49 Baked and Infused: A New Venture

58:21 Future Plans and Vision

01:03:04 Closing Remarks and Invitation

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