<p><b>Lindsay Sims is the founder of Toast Events, a full service wedding and event planning company that launched officially in 2010. Her company that includes two other talented wedding and event planners is well known across the Southeast and has been recognized as best planner and is featured in Vogue, Southern Living, Martha Stewart Weddings and countless more. Lindsay’s team is known for their exquisite taste,  impeccable execution and overall they offer a service that is close to perfection when it comes putting together a wedding. She walks through the countless lessons learned not only as a business owner but also in her industry of events. She emphasizes the importance of delegation, the power of networking and how learning how to say no can surprisingly help your business. </b></p>

Richmond, VA: Gratisfied - Sara McGlothlin

This podcast is a community for women who are current or aspiring entrepreneurs or visionaries because they will hear from real, everyday female small business owners, rather than celebrities or big brands on what it really means to start and grow a business. Each episode focuses on the lessons learned on owning a small business, so one can feel better equipped with the resources and information on how to take that first scary step into launching a business, growing it and maintaining its value for years to come. Starting your own business takes grit, but also an insane amount of courage. So for the listeners if you are dreaming about your small business while currently working your day job, I hope my series of interviews will make your dream become a reality. Let's explore these amazing stories how these women had a vision and made things happen.