When the pandemic lock-downs were in full swing, so many dove into sourdough as a way to explore something new. We catch up with Sarah Holland, owner of Good Girls Bakery. Sarah dives deep into how she experimented with sourdough as the launchpad for her own bakery. She walks us through starting her own business and how she has expanded her products and grown her business. She talks about crafting a welcoming environment for customers and an equitable workplace for her employees. From her bakery in Eagleview Town Center in Exton, Pennsylvania, Sarah offer insights into her focus on business opportunities and growth.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Good Girls Bakery

• Website: goodgirlsbakery.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/goodgirlsbakeryy/
• Facebook: facebook.com/goodgirlsbakeryy

Additional Links

• Growing Roots Farmers Markets
• Malvern Farmers Market
• Downingtown Farmers Market
• Stove & Co
• Chester County Food Bank
• Lindenhof Farm
• The Artisan Exchange
• IrieVeda
• The Restaurant School at Walnut College
• Hangry Bear Creamery

Related Episode

• Fighting Food Insecurity Locally with Andrea Youndt
• Crafting Ice Cream, Culinary Creations, and Community with Melinda Shaw

TRANSCRIPT

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At a time when the country’s laws and legal systems are much debated, access to justice and a fair, effective legal system are as critical as ever. In this episode, we sit down with Greg Nardi, Executive Director of the Chester County Bar Association, to explore how the organization serves both its attorney members and the wider public. Greg walks us through the Bar Association’s dual role as a professional membership organization and a community resource, including pro bono legal services, civics education, and grant-making through the Chester County Bar Foundation. We discuss how fostering connection among attorneys leads to a more effective and humane legal system, how legal education supports access and equity, and why long-standing institutions like the Bar Association continue to matter in Chester County today.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Chester County Bar Association

• Website: chescobar.org
• Facebook: facebook.com/chestercountybarassociation
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/chester-county-bar-association
• Instagram: instagram.com/chestercountybar

Additional Links

• Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania
• Senior Law Center
• Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County
• Domestic Violence Center of Chester County
• Friends Association for Care and Protection of Children
• Westside Community Center
• Gateway HorseWorks
• Home of the Sparrow
• Housing Partnership of Chester County
• Wills for Heroes
• Chester County History Center
• Founding Forward
• FourBlock

Related Episodes

• Recording and Teaching Local, National, and Global History with Conor Hepp
• Connecting People that Can Help with People that Need Help with Chris Saello

TRANSCRIPT

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With so many nonprofit organizations working diligently to address the multiplicity of needs facing our community, there is a steady need for local volunteers to lend their support to their neighbors. We catch up with Michele Moll, Executive Director of RSVP Volunteers. Michele details the litany programs and services that RSVP Volunteer deliver across Chester County and beyond. We talk about how Michele, her colleagues, and their army of volunteers work to tackle local challenges in education, community support, and senior wellness.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

RSVP Volunteers

• Website: rsvpmc.org
• Volunteer Enrollment Form: rsvpmc.org/volunteer-enrollment-form
• Donation: rsvpmc.org/donate
• Upcoming golf classic: rsvpmc.org/golf-classic
• Facebook: facebook.com/RSVPvolunteer
• Twitter: x.com/RSVPVolunteers
• Instagram: instagram.com/rsvpvolunteer
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rsvp-volunteer

Additional Links

• Michele's story at the West Chester Story Slam
• Edge of Cinema
• Shoplandia by Jim Breslin
• Longwood Gardens

Transcript

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As of the 2024 census, women and girls comprise approximately half the population of Chester County, Pennsylvania. With that mind, we speak at length with Cheryl Brubaker, Executive Director of The Fund for Women and Girls. Cheryl details a number of the challenges that local women and girls face, and walks us through The Fund’s programs to address those challenges. She highlights The Fund’s focus on advocacy and helps us understand the direction of the organization’s current efforts.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

The Fund for Women and Girls

• Website: thefundcc.org
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-fund-for-women-and-girls
• Facebook: facebook.com/thefundchesco
• Instagram: instagram.com/thefundchesco
• YouTube: youtube.com/@ChescoFund
• The Blueprint Report (4th edition)
• Impact Report (2023/2024)

Additional Links

• Kaly – clothing, gifts, and accessories
• Committee of Seventy
• Women Against Abuse

TRANSCRIPT

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As we embrace the hustle-bustle of the holiday season, local retail shop owners are rushing to make the most of their busiest time of the year. We were lucky to connect with Kari Matthews, owner of Clean Slate Goods in Kennett Square. Kari unfolds how she built a purpose-driven retail boutique that connects local shoppers with makers from around the world. Kari shares the story behind her storefront, the values guiding her sourcing decisions, and why investing in artisans and ethical production matters deeply to her. We also talk about the in-person experience she creates for customers, the community partnerships that shape her business, and the impact of choosing gifts that truly change lives.

OUR PARTNERS

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Clean Slate Goods

• Website: cleanslategoods.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/cleanslategoods
• Facebook: facebook.com/cleanslategoods

Local Nonprofits

• Kennett Area Community Services
• Young Moms
• The Wardrobe
• Family Promise of Southern Chester County
• Kennett Collaborative

Additional Links

• Boutique Hub
• WhizBang Retail Training

Related Episodes

• Keeping Kennett Square Welcoming and Beautiful with Daniel Embree

TRANSCRIPT

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The growth and vibrancy of Kennett Square and Southern Chester County is shaped by the places where the community gathers, works, and connects. In this episode, we sit down with Geoff Bosley, Vice President and CFO of LGB Properties, to explore how a family-run real estate company transforms buildings into community assets across the southern end of the county. Geoff shares the story behind the Market at Liberty Place – and walks us through the company’s approach to renovation, tenant partnerships, and supporting local businesses. We also discuss the challenges of running a boutique property firm, and Geoff’s years of service in local government.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

LGB Properties

• lgbproperties.com
• Geoff Bosley on LinkedIn
• Property listings: lgbproperties.com/property-listings

Local Restaurants

• The Market at Liberty Place (An LGB Properties venue)
• Mary Pat’s Provisions
• State Street Pizza & Grill
• Kaboburritos
• La Verona
• The Naked Olive
• Lily Sushi & Grill
• Hangry Bear
• Braeloch Brewing
• Portabellos of Kennett Square
• Flowers Cafe

Local Nonprofits

• Kennett Collaborative
• The Mushroom Festival
• Mushroom Cap Half Marathon
• Camp Dreamcatcher
• The Garage Community and Youth Center

Related Episodes

• Nurturing Belonging and Celebrating Community with Children Impacted by HIV/AIDS with Patty Hillkirk
• Keeping Kennett Square Welcoming and Beautiful with Daniel Embree

Transcript

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Despite the great wealth in Chester County, homelessness is a significant and persistent local issue. We sit down with Jessica Chappell, Executive Director of Safe Harbor of Chester County, to explore how her team provides shelter, meals, and compassionate support to adults experiencing homelessness. Jessica walks us through the realities facing the financially at risk population, the growing challenges around attainable housing, and the trauma-informed approach that guides the organization’s work. We discuss Safe Harbor’s partnerships, volunteer network, and the systemic pressures shaping homelessness in our county.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Safe Harbor of Chester County

• Website: safeharborofcc.org
• Instagram: instagram.com/safeharbor_ofchestercounty
• Facebook: facebook.com/safeharborofchestercounty
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/safe-harbor-of-chester-county-inc/
• Givebutter (Donations/Events): givebutter.com/safe-harbor-of-chester-county-inc

Local Nonprofits

• Chester County Food Bank
• West Chester Food Cupboard
• The Melton Center –
• PA 211
• Act Now
• Camp Dreamcatcher
• Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County

Additional Links

• Better Than Bacon Improv
• Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

Related Episodes

• Nurturing Belonging and Celebrating Community with Children Impacted by HIV/AIDS with Patty Hillkirk
• Supporting Victims of Sexual Violence and Other Crimes with Christine Zaccarelli

Transcript

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Homelessness and housing insecurity affect people in every community – including here in Chester County. We sit down with Kelly Faust, Community Engagement Coordinator at Good Samaritan Services, to learn how the organization supports individuals and families on their journey from crisis to stability. Kelly explains Good Sam’s personalized, relationship-based approach, its housing programs, and the wraparound services that include mentorship, counseling, and microloans. We also talk about the community partnerships that make their work possible – and the local events and fundraisers that make their work possible.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Good Samaritan Services – Good Sam

• Website: goodsamservices.org
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/good-samaritan-services
• Instagram: instagram.com/goodsamserv
• Facebook: facebook.com/GoodSamServ
• Kelly Faust on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kelly-faust-477b9a2b3

Additional Organizations

• Anne’s Heart
• Phoenixville Women’s Outreach
• Phoenixville Free Clinic
• Union Community Care
• PA CareerLink
• Orion Communities
• Open Hearth, Inc.
• Citizen Advocacy of Chester County
• United Way of Chester County
• New Story Church
• Hopewell United Methodist Church

Transcript

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