From Spark to New Venture
From Spark to New Venture is a student-driven podcast from the University of Mary Washington (UMW), where undergraduates share the stories of entrepreneurs and their journeys from idea to venture. Each episode uncovers the sparks of inspiration, the challenges they faced, and the mindsets that helped them overcome obstacles in their journey. The goal of this podcast is to inspire students to learn entrepreneurial mindsets and bring them into everyday lives, taking action and learning from every step along the way.
From Spark to New Venture
Diya Patel--Humble beginnings
In this podcast, we explored Diya's pastry business, from its humble beginnings to become a recognized business. A cake artist and business owner who has been turning sugar, flour, and a whole lot of love into beautiful creations. We talked about the challenges of starting out, including balancing creativity with business strategy, and the importance of consistency in quality. Ultimately, the conversation focused on growth, resilience, and how passion can turn sweet dreams into a successful