<p>In this episode, Dottie Chalmers Cutter interviews Emily Drappi, co-owner of Island Treasure Toys. Emily takes us from her Maine roots to working at Wayfair and ultimately becoming the owner of beloved local toy stores. She reveals the joys and challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of creative play, and how her team fosters community connection. Discover toy trends, nostalgic favorites, and the magic of shopping local this holiday season.</p>

Navigating Generational Transitions with Tammy Buss

Welcome and thank you for tuning into the Community Cast, a podcast by Chalmers Insurance Group. Since 1857, Chalmers has helped Maine and New Hampshire businesses and families protect what is most important to them. Each episode will feature a team member from Chalmers interviewing entrepreneurs, neighbors and local leaders about their stories, lessons learned, and how they are paying it forward in their communities. Whether you run your own business, or steward a local passion project, this is the podcast for you.