Warm Hugs has been a beloved part of downtown Greeley for more than 30 years, built on Suzanne Sereff’s family recipes, handcrafted mixes, and her lifelong love of giving meaningful gifts. What began as a small craft-show experiment has grown into a destination shop known for its scratch-made baking and soup mixes, unique boutique items, and warm, relationship-driven customer experience.

In this episode of Greeley Business Beat, Suzanne shares how her grandmother’s kitchen inspired the business, how her husband and daughter helped it grow, and why Greeley’s supportive community has been essential every step of the way. She also offers honest insight into small-business challenges and her best advice for new entrepreneurs: feel the fear and start anyway.

Learn more about Warm Hugs:

• Website: www.warmhugsmixes.com
• Facebook: /WarmHugsMixes
• Instagram: @warmhugs_shop

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• The Ambry is a restored 1920s church that has become a creative hub for artists, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in Greeley. After purchasing the building without knowing its outdated zoning, owner Kelly Langley Cook and her family transformed it into a welcoming space focused on connection, collaboration, and community.

  In this episode of Greeley Business Beat, Kelly shares how The Ambry came to life, the challenges and surprises along the way, and why supporting local businesses and creating space for people to thrive is at the heart of her work.

  Learn more about The Ambry:

  • Website: www.theambrygreeley.com
  • Instagram: @theambrygreeley

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• Facebook: /VisitGreeley
• Instagram: @visitgreeley

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Matt Estrin joins us for a third time in the studio to share how a family breakfast-and-nightcap ritual inspired Oak & Maple Whiskey Waffle Company. From music pastor to distiller to restaurateur, Matt talks about his journey from 477 Distilling to downtown Greeley’s newest brunch-and-whiskey spot, what it’s like to balance family and business, and how community support keeps his ventures thriving.

In this episode of Greeley Business Beat, we dive into the story behind Oak & Maple’s sweet-and-savory menu, the lessons learned from a few “bad waffle” experiments, and why Greeley’s people continue to inspire his entrepreneurial spirit.

Learn more about Oak & Maple Whiskey Waffle Company:

• Website: oakandmaplewaffles.com
• Instagram: @oakandmaplewaffles

Follow Visit Greeley for updates and future episodes:

• Website: www.visitgreeley.com
• Facebook: /VisitGreeley
• Instagram: @visitgreeley

Don't miss upcoming episodes of the Greeley Business Beat Podcast. Subscribe now to stay connected to the people and places that make Greeley great.

The Greeley Business Beat Podcast is a production of the City of Greeley in collaboration with 1K Creative.