Hwa Schlitz, the new owner of Muses Day Spa in Fresno, joins Rae to discuss her journey into ownership and the next chapter for the now woman-owned business. They explore motherhood, making time for yourself and why self-care isn’t selfish. Hwa also shares the new offerings, thoughtful touches and holiday experiences Muses has in store for the upcoming season.

Produced by MUMZIE Media (@mumziemedia). You can listen to the Coffee Monday Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And follow along on Instagram @coffeemondaypodcast.

What does it mean to help shape the future of a business your family has built for 140 years? Rae sits down with Ashley Webster Rudolph, associate publisher of The Business Journal and part of the fifth generation behind Pacific Publishing Group, to talk family business, finding your voice and carrying a legacy forward.

They also chat about the future of local media, celebrating the Central Valley business community, and what’s coming up, from the inaugural Philanthropy Excellence Awards to the Best of Central Valley Business Readers’ Choice Awards.

Produced by MUMZIE Media (@mumziemedia). You can listen to the Coffee Monday Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And follow along on Instagram @coffeemondaypodcast.

With a career in destination management, corporate travel and events, Liz Suomi knows how to create a memorable experience. After living in San Francisco, Singapore and New York City, she and her family have settled in Charleston, where planning trips for friends and family revealed an opportunity for a boutique luxury travel business.

Liz joins Rae to share the story behind Palm & Proper Destination Co., her love of the Lowcountry, and how she brings thoughtful details and local expertise to customized getaways and mahjong retreats. We talk entrepreneurship, connection, motherhood and the luxury of letting Palm & Proper Destination Co. take care of the planning.

Produced by MUMZIE Media (@mumziemedia). You can listen to the Coffee Monday Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And follow along on Instagram @coffeemondaypodcast.