182: Melissa Purnell - Crafting Sweet Success with Sweet Blooms Confectionery

Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth

01-04-2024 • 30 Min.

182: Melissa Purnell - Crafting Sweet Success with Sweet Blooms Confectionery

Also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CSytVYJ2a2Y

Have you ever considered turning a hobby or passion into a business? Melissa Purnell, the owner of Sweet Blooms Confectionary, shares her journey from working in marketing for medical devices to starting her own bakery business.

Melissa's decision to start her own business was influenced by her desire for a sense of purpose beyond raising her children. She shares how the idea for her bakery business started when someone suggested she sell her cupcakes. Melissa credits The Rosie Network's Service2CEO program, which helped her develop her business model. Listen to how she navigates the complexities of being a military spouse, the benefits of having a supportive military community, and how she brings joy and sweetness to many!

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Do you want to do more than “follow orders,” think outside of the box, and manifest your dreams? Then you’ve come to the right show! The award-winning podcast, Holding Down the Fort by US VetWealth, returns for Season 8 to highlight motivational stories of personal growth, financial awareness, and autonomy in our military community. The show is hosted by Jen Amos, a Gold Star daughter, Veteran Spouse, and Entrepreneur.

Our show continues its partnership with The Rosie Network by featuring Service2CEO Graduates every Monday! Read more - https://issuu.com/therosienetwork/docs/me_mag_2023/16

We're also excited to be featuring replays of the "Take A Knee" Live Show with US VetWealth Founder & CEO Scott R. Tucker and Blue Water Advisors CEO Mike Wallace, which discusses career progression for military retirees. Tune in every Thursday!

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In the Fall of 2023, Jen Amos was sought after by InDependent to co-host the 8th annual InDependent Wellness Summit™. In August 2022, Jen Amos' work on the podcast was recognized by Disney Institute and she was hand-selected as the only non-Disney employee to moderate the first Military Spouse Employment panel for the Veterans Institute Summit. March 2022, former co-host Jenny Lynne has voted the 2022 Naval Station Norfolk Armed Forces Insurance...

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