SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: Ashley Scott interviews MT Strickland, an

entrepreneur who started a company called Metricmate that makes

sensors to track your workout data. They discuss Strickland’s journey to

starting Metricmate, overcoming challenges like the pandemic, appearing

on Shark Tank, and the importance of the Russell Innovation Center for

Entrepreneurs in supporting Metricmate’s growth.

SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: In this episode, the host, Ashley Scott,

interviews Val Barnett of Immerse, a handmade product company that

focuses on helping people relax through custom scent blends, including

soy wax candles, soaps, body butters, and lip balms. Val discusses her

entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she faces, and how she secured

funding for her business. She also emphasizes the importance of self-care

and mental health and her plans for the future, including expanding into

luxury retail.