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Landmark Collective She Means Business 2026: A Conference Built By Alaskan Women, For Alaskan WomenIn this special announcement episode of the Landmark Collective Podcast, Amanda sits down with Crystal of CJC Dynamic Solutions to share an exciting collaboration years in the making: She Means Business 2026, a one-day, hands-on business conference happening January 31st in Downtown Palmer, Alaska. Designed specifically for Alaskan women business owners, this conference eliminates the need to travel out of state while delivering real, actionable education — not fluff. Amanda and Crystal talk about why so many traditional conferences miss the mark, how this event was intentionally designed to meet women where they are, and what attendees can expect to...

2026-01-1339 min

Winning Pitches with RangeMe & ECRM Episode #25 RangeMe/ECRM - Winning Pitches - Molly BzMolly Blakeley, the dynamic founder of Molly Bz Cookies shares the secrets behind building an unforgettable brand and scaling a CPG business. Molly, who has been a serial entrepreneur since her teens, began her CPG journey as a single mom with only $150 to her name, to now having her gourmet cookies, known for their "weird" combinations like Hot Cheetos and Boba, sold in thousands of stores across the U.S. In this podcast, you'll learn: The Power of the Pivot: Learn why pivoting is the "best skill" and how turning a "no" int...

2025-11-2143 min

The New Pantry Molly Blakeley of Molly BZ: How Faith and $150 Sparked a National Cookie BrandWhat if your homemade cookie recipe became a national sensation? In this episode of The New Pantry, Molly Blakeley, founder of Molly Bz Cookies, shares how she turned just $150 and late-night baking in a small Alaskan town into a thriving national cookie brand now sold at retailers nationwide, including Target. Molly’s journey is one of faith and bold risk-taking - a powerful reminder of what’s possible when you bet on yourself against all odds.

2025-09-1720 min

Shelf Talks 3 Rapid Retail Questions with Molly Blakeley, Founder of Molly Bz Gourmet CookiesSend a textHope you have enjoyed the full episode with Molly Blakeley, Founder of Molly Bz Gourmet Cookies and took away some learning about the readiness it takes to launch in retail stores.On this mini drop, here are 3 powerful questions I asked Molly specifically about launching into retail stores - Enjoy! (and learn).What is a learning that you didn’t know until your cookies were actually on retail shelves?What advice would you give to other founders trying to secure their first retail deal?What trade shows have yo...

2025-06-1002 min

Shelf Talks Cookies, Comebacks & Retail Wins with Molly Blakeley, Founder of Molly Bz Gourmet CookiesSend a textIn this episode of Shelf Talks, host Roberta interviews Molly Blakeley, the founder of Molly B's gourmet cookie brand. Molly shares her inspiring journey from struggling with just $150 to building a successful cookie business known for its innovative flavors. She discusses the challenges she faced, including numerous rejections, and how her persistence paid off. Molly emphasizes the importance of community support, mentorship, and creative marketing strategies that helped her transition from local sales to national retail. Her story is a testament to the power of believing in oneself and the impact of unique branding...

2025-06-0936 min

The Story of a Brand Show Molly Bz Cookies - From $150 to a National Cookie BrandIf you love stories of resilience, grit, and entrepreneurial spirit, today's episode is exactly that. Meet Molly Blakeley, the powerhouse founder of Molly Bz Cookies, who went from being a single mom with just $150 to her name to building a nationally recognized brand. Molly's journey is nothing short of inspiring—full of hustle, creative problem-solving, and an unstoppable mindset. We talk about the highs and lows of building a business, from baking cookies in her kitchen to landing in major retailers like Costco and Walmart. Molly shares the behind-the-scenes hustle, the power of...

2025-02-131h 02

Fabulous Women Over 40 Molly Blakeley is Reinventing Success: One Cookie At A TimeMolly Blakeley is an American serial entrepreneur, author, and speaker, renowned for her dynamic ventures and resilience in the business world. Born on October 8, 1973, in Idaho, she was raised in a rural Alaskan town, where she was inspired by her parents' entrepreneurial endeavors. By the age of 13, Molly had already embarked on her entrepreneurial journey, customizing clothing with rhinestones. Over 15 years, Molly founded and operated 13 diverse businesses, ranging from roller rinks and flower shops to restaurants and lodges. While some ventures flourished and were sold for profit, others faced challenges, each contributing to her extensive business acumen. In 2018, following a...

2025-02-0643 min

Bletchley Park E170 – Bletchley Park & Bomber Command Part 1October 2024 The crews of RAF Bomber Command had one of the most hazardous jobs of the war. Flying by night to their targets in occupied Europe, they were alone and vulnerable to the prowling German night-fighters. Helping them reach their targets was one of the least-known, but most significant achievements of the signals intelligence operation at Bletchley Park. Analysis of the night-fighters’ communications revealed priceless insights into the German defensive system – and how it could be evaded, outwitted and ultimately manipulated. In this ‘It Happened Here’ episode, Bletchley Park Research Officer Dr Thomas Cheetham tells us...

2024-10-2545 min

WYTPod Molly Blakeley Built a Gourmet Cookie Empire from the Ground UpIn this episode of Wytpod, host Laura Faye interviews Molly B, the founder of Molly Bz, a unique gourmet cookie brand that started in rural Alaska. Molly shares her incredible journey from having just $150 to building a national cookie empire. She discusses her innovative cookie flavours, key marketing strategies, challenges faced, and her future plans, including a nonprofit to support youth ageing out of foster care. Molly's story is one of resilience, creativity, and determination, proving that it is never too late to start over and find success.

2024-10-0811 min

Nombase Podcast Walmart's Open Call Program: A Chance for Small Brands to Access a $600+ Billion MarketWalmart's Open Call program is a unique opportunity for emerging brands to enter one of the world's largest retailers. Our guests—Scott Gutche, Sr. Development Executive at Walmart, Molly Blakeley of Molly Bz Cookies, and Yasmin Curtis of Two Fish Foods—share their experiences with the program, from the application process to preparing to pitch. They discuss the importance of flexibility, demonstrating brand fit, and why the exposure gained is valuable, even without an immediate deal. Scott Gutche also explains Walmart's key evaluation criteria, emphasizing the importance of market data and brand momentum in determining a brand's potential for succ...

2024-09-2659 min

Discover w/ Lucy Molly Blakeley| Entrepreneur & Owner of Molly Bz CookiesDo you have an idea of something you want to start but don't have the guts? Get inspired by Molly Blakeley! From brick and mortars to a famous cookie company, all on faith and drive! Thank you for listening

2023-12-1859 min

And the Runner-Up Is 1964 Best Actress (feat. Kevin Daly)This week on And the Runner-Up Is, Kevin welcomes theater aficionado Kevin Daly to discuss the 1964 Oscar race for Best Actress, where Julie Andrews won for her performance in "Mary Poppins," beating Anne Bancroft in "The Pumpkin Eater," Sophia Loren in "Marriage Italian Style," Debbie Reynolds in "The Unsinkable Molly Brown," and Kim Stanley in "Seance on a Wet Afternoon." We discuss all of these nominated performances and determine who we think was the runner-up to Andrews. 0:00 - 17:22 - Introduction 17:23 - 46:21 - Anne Bancroft 46:22 - 1:06:42 - Sophia Loren 1:06:43 - 1:29:23 - Debbie...

2023-02-082h 44

The Shed Show Beginners Advice for Building a Course: Get Back to the BasicsWhat Does Building a Course and Baking Cookies Have in Common? Both are way better when you take your time to perfect the basics. This week Graham Marshall stopped by the Shed to talk about Course Building, and what it takes to make one successful. Our favorite advice that he gave was: “Find a Passion, Go After It, and Love What You Do” Our conversation got even sweeter as we got to taste test a handful of Molly Bz Cookies! These cookies came from none other than the Amazing Molly Blakeley. Molly is a Fearle...

2022-11-0420 min

TLDR #10 - The Power of Mindset! W/ Molly Blakeley of Molly Bz Inc.Molly is a self proclaimed “Serial Entrepreneur” with 16 businesses under her belt. She breathes life into projects others have given up on, sees opportunities that others aren’t willing to pursue, and has a MINDSET that’s contagious. Her perspective is empowering and the words she shares with us on the show are beyond encouraging! Don’t miss this one! Connect Molly Bz Inc: mollybz.com FB: facebook.com/MOLLYBZ Our Supporters A Big Thank You to the folks at First Rate Financial “Alaska’s Mortgage Gro...

2021-12-2238 min