In this episode, Colleen sits down with Katie Slonim—founder and lead educator at Mixo Indy—to shake things up and dive into the world of home bartending, business-building, and the art of approachable mixology. Katie shares how she transformed her love for education and cocktails into a thriving business during the pandemic, teaching people how to stir, shake, and sip with confidence.
From hosting virtual happy hours to consulting on home bars and curating large-scale events, Katie’s blend of creativity, precision, and warmth makes Mixo Indy a stand-out brand. This conversation covers entrepreneurship, community, motherhood, and the joy of helping others create moments of connection—one cocktail at a time.
🔑 What You'll Hear in This Episode:
How Katie went from nannying to building a cocktail education empire
Tips for becoming more confident behind your own bar
What it takes to scale a business from home
Balancing a growing brand with a growing family
Why community and asking for help are crucial to success
The joy (and science!) of crafting cocktails for fun and connection
🍸 If you've ever wanted to level up your happy hour or build a business that blends creativity and connection—this one’s for you.
📲 Connect with Katie & Mixo Indy Website: mixoindy.com Instagram: @mixoindy Facebook: @mixoindy
🎧 Keep the Conversation Going with Cheryl & Colleen: Instagram: @doingthisrightpod Cheryl: @cheryl.theslorealtor Colleen: @colleenhungerford
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