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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Kari, owner of Flourish Organic Farm in Arlington, WA, to dig deep into the ways small businesses, especially farms and makers, help communities bloom. From her first market experiences to building a collaborative flower collective, Kari shares how choosing local isn't just about what you buy—it's about who you’re building up in the process.

We talk about why supporting small farms and makers is essential to thriving communities, how collaboration over competition makes space for everyone, and the incredible ripple effect of showing up for your local market.

Whether you're a customer wondering how your dollar can make a difference, or a vendor looking for connection, this episode will inspire you to plant seeds that matter and flourish together.

Links we talked about:

Growing Kindness Project
Arlington Farmers Market + Flourish Market Video
Floral Current Flower Collective
Eat Local First
High Tunnel Farm Funding

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More information about Market Maven can be found at www.marketmaven.com. Follow me on Instagram for real-life encounters and fun facts.

To check out the real, live farmers markets, explore the links below:

https://www.lakestevensfarmersmarket.org/
https://www.snohomishfarmersmarket.org/