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“I wanted people to be able to congregate but to change the narrative,” Says Trez Pugh III

podcast April 3, 2023


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Episode 51: 

Guest Name: Trez Pugh III 

Guest Business: Sip & Savor

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Black Businesses Matter, I speak with Trez Pugh III the CEO/Founder of Sip & Savor a collection of vibrant, eclectic coffee houses located on Chicago’s South Side, and beyond. Trez details the journey as his coffee shop transitioned from the Bronzeville Coffee House to Sip and Savor. He emphasizes that he wanted this coffee shop to be a community staple where people would be able to congregate make connections and build relationships. Trez provides some insight into how he trains his staff to ensure that patrons not only feel welcome but understand the importance of  supporting the business while they visit. Trez ensures that his employees understand that they are not only baristas or cashiers by instilling transferable soft skills in them so they can excel in other professional spaces.

Trez provides tips for people who are interested in becoming business owners. He notes that communication with your significant other is one of the most important steps as you embark on the journey. 

If you are interested in opening your own business, this is the episode for you. 

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT…

  1. How did Sip & Savor get its start
  2. What it's like working in a woman-led company 
  3. What are some tips you can give potential business owners?
  4. What does employee training look like? 
  5. Why do black businesses matter? 
  6. What brings Trez joy? 

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To Connect with Sip and Savor

Connect her on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/sipandsavorchicago


Connect with them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sipandsavorchicago/


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To connect further with me:

Visit my website: Thel3agency.com

Connect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thel3agency

Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larvettaspeaks/

Connect with me on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/thel3agency

Be sure to follow our podcast on Instagram. I can't wait to see you join us and take the pledge of #blackbusinessesmatter

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