In this episode of Heart + Head Work, we sit down with Sarah Duke and Britney Beardmore—the powerhouse sister-in-law duo behind Acrely Farms, a Bloom to Bottle Hemp farm redefining what it means to build a mission-driven business from the ground up.With backgrounds in agriculture and medical research, Sarah and Brit left corporate careers to create a farm rooted in humane, sustainable practices—and have since self-funded their hemp and botanical skincare line to over $2 million in lifetime sales.They open up about the unfiltered realities of entrepreneurship: what it’s like to borrow from a spouse, live on savings, and keep believing when the numbers don’t make sense. From money mindset shifts to redefining success, this conversation is real, funny, and surprisingly healing.Together, we unpackHow Acrely grew from one acre to a $2M self-funded brandThe emotional dynamics of borrowing from a spouseWhy “success” isn’t profit—it’s partnership, perseverance, and purposeHow identity and self-worth can’t be tied to revenuePractical tools for managing cash flow and creative funding (yes, even 0% APR credit cards)This episode is honest, reflective, and deeply human—an inside look at what it really takes to bet on yourself, stay in partnership, and keep building when the easy road isn’t an option.Resources MentionedGoldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program: 10ksbapply.comMBC Program (University of Utah) — Masters of Business CreationWhere to find Acrely:Acrely Farms: acrelyfarms.comFollow: @acrelyfarmsDisclaimer: This conversation reflects personal experiences and perspectives, not financial advice. Every business is unique, and financial decisions carry risk. We strongly encourage you to consult a qualified financial advisor, accountant, or legal professional before making decisions about funding, debt, or investment for your business.Connect with us! 💬 Join the conversation in our private network on BFF https://links.geneva.com/invite/af6ecd07-9070-43b7-9629-7aaa166aa131 📲 Follow us on Instagraminstagram.com/maven.community ✨ And if this episode moved you, sharing it with a friend helps more women find us.More at → mavenslc.com

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