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Brewing Inclusion: How Gerry's Cafe is Changing Lives and Building Community Acceptance
This episode of What It Takes: Business Owners Tell All features Natalie Griffin and Amy Philpott, co-founders of Gerry’s Cafe, a nonprofit cafe that provides employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Natalie, a former special education teacher, and Amy, a seasoned business professional, joined forces to address the high unemployment rate within this community. Opened in 2023, Gerry’s Cafe combines a mission-driven purpose with excellent craft food and beverages.
The discussion focuses on their journey, from overcoming challenges like grassroots…
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