Kathleen King

Dan Rattiner chats with Kathleen King, founder of Tate's Bake Shop, about her journey from creating a beloved cookie recipe on a farm to scaling the business, partnerships in the food industry, and her retirement adventures. They also discuss her children's book, 'Cookie Queen,' and the important lessons it conveys about perseverance and resilience.

In this episode, Kathleen King, the founder of Tate's Bake Shop, shares her inspiring journey from selling cookies at her family's farm stand to building a $500 million cookie empire. She opens up about the challenges of a failed partnership and the emotional toll of starting over. Kathleen emphasizes resilience, community support, and the importance of family as she navigated the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. With a focus on her famous chocolate chip cookies, she reflects on the lessons learned and the joy of honoring her father's legacy.

Kathleen King, the founder of Tate's Bake Shop, shares her inspiring journey from a young cookie seller at her family's farm to building a $500 million brand. She candidly discusses the struggles with partnerships and the devastating impact of a legal battle that forced her to start over. With resilience, she navigated the pitfalls of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and passion in pursuing dreams. Plus, hear a heartwarming story about a unique jewelry business born from a creative gift idea.