Episode 1

Navigating Entrepreneurship with Karen Sroka and Maria Williams

In this episode of What's Good Podcast, host Brianna Jovahn is joined by special guests Karen Sroka, founder and CEO of MyScratchOffs, and Maria Williams, afound and CEO of Sweet Meloa. The trio engages in a genuine conversation about their unique businesses, the challenges of day-to-day operations, and their sources of inspiration. 


They discuss the importance of customer service, the role of community and networking in business success, and their involvement with the Veterans Women's Enterprise Center. Both share their short-term and long-term goals, emphasizing the critical role of resilience and support systems in their entrepreneurial journeys.


During this episode, you will learn about;


00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:53 Meet Maria Williams: From Navy to Entrepreneurship

02:08 Meet Karen Sroka: The Excitement Marketing Pioneer

02:45 Daily Operations and Challenges

04:45 Inspiration and Motivation

06:22 Unique Selling Points

07:49 Veterans Women's Enterprise Center

12:05 Goals and Future Plans

14:31 The Importance of Networking

17:55 Conclusion and Farewell


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Dallas, Texas: What’s Good? Lessons from your Local Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
Inspiring conversations with Dallas entrepreneurs and creatives, uncovering the culture, innovation, and stories driving local business.

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Brianna Jovahn

The founder of What's Good Productions and the What's Good Podcast platform. With a passion for making connections and telling the stories of business owners and creatives, Brianna is on a mission to inspire, empower, and advocate for entrepreneurs nationwide.

Before diving into the world of business, Brianna always encouraged her peers to pursue their passions. Seeing the success stories of her friends, she realized the power of sharing the stories of entrepreneurs to provide resources and inspire others to chase their dreams. Since launching the podcast and production agency, Brianna has been a driving force in motivating and supporting future and current entrepreneurs, helping them achieve their deepest desires and business goals.