From humble beginnings to a packed restaurant every weekend, Dana Dumas, founder of SugarJam The Southern Kitchen, opens up about what it really takes to turn a dream into a thriving business. ✨ Inside this episode:🔥 The early grind of launching Sugar Jam from scratch🔥 The risks and rewards of running a restaurant🔥 How resilience, faith, and community shaped her journey This episode of Bosses of the Valley™ is for anyone chasing a dream that feels too big Dana’s story will remind you why you started. #entrepreneurship #smallbusiness #restaurantstory #bossesofthevalley #motivation

In this episode of Bosses of the Valley™, we sit down with Aiesha Beasley, a content creator who turned her passion into a personal brand that truly connects. Aiesha opens up about her journey—how she overcame fear, stayed consistent, and allowed her creativity to evolve into a thriving digital presence. Inside this episode, Aiesha shares: How she embraced storytelling to grow her online presenceThe reality of content creation and pushing past fearLessons learned from working with brands and building genuine trust with her audience Whether you’re an aspiring content creator or someone looking to grow your personal brand, Aiesha’s story offers real insight and encouragement to keep creating with confidence and purpose.

Tatum Smith, co-founder of Smith Luxury Group, shares her journey to becoming one of Arizona’s top real estate professionals. With over $11 million in sales her first year, Tatum reflects on the lessons, discipline, and strategies that helped her excel in one of the most competitive markets. From working alongside her father a 35-year real estate veteran to building trusted relationships with high-net-worth clients, Tatum’s story highlights what dedication, excellence, and authenticity can achieve in business.

In this episode, we sit down with Sara Gullickson a powerhouse entrepreneur, multi-state cannabis license holder, and CEO & Founder of The Cannabis Business Advisors and How to Open a Dispensary. Sara shares how she built and scaled multiple businesses tailored to the cannabis industry, expanding her reach nationally and internationally. She opens up about navigating a rapidly growing market, leading with integrity, and what it takes to succeed as a woman in an evolving space. Sara’s insight and experience make this an episode that inspires entrepreneurs across every industry.#entrepreneurship #cannabisindustry #leadership #bossesofthevalley

From the basketball court to the restaurant scene, Serge’s story is one of drive, discipline, and bold flavor. After playing collegiate basketball at ASU, he took a leap into entrepreneurship bringing the famous Nashville Hot Chicken brand to Arizona. In this episode of Bosses of the Valley™, Serge opens up about launching a franchise, building a team, and learning the restaurant industry from the ground up. He shares what it really takes to turn an idea into a thriving business, the lessons he’s learned as a first-time owner, and how his athletic mindset helped him push through the challenges.

When you’re launching a business, the decisions you make in the beginning can shape your success for years to come. One of the most important and most overlooked is choosing the right structure. In this episode of Bosses of the Valley™, attorney Stephanie Fierro shares insights on LLCs, sole proprietorships, and what new entrepreneurs should consider when setting up their business. From tax implications to long-term planning, her perspective offers clarity and confidence for anyone taking those first steps.

Dan Homajiani didn’t come from the restaurant world — but that didn’t stop him from opening UNiQ Burger, now one of Scottsdale’s busiest vegan spots. In this episode of Bosses of the Valley™, Dan shares how he went from newcomer to running a packed plant-based restaurant, the challenges he faced, and the lessons every entrepreneur can learn from taking bold risks. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can succeed in an industry you know nothing about, Dan’s story proves it’s possible.

In this premiere episode of Bosses of the Valley, Rosa Harrison shares how she turned a simple idea into Lush Café & Lounge — now one of Tempe’s most vibrant destinations. Rosa opens up about the challenges she faced, the inspiration behind starting her business, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From navigating setbacks to creating a space that thrives in a competitive market, her story is proof that local entrepreneurs can build something incredible from scratch. Whether you’re dreaming of launching your own business or looking for real-world inspiration, this episode offers valuable insights for everyday founders.