Episode 36| Shannon Greer's Vision for Coffee and Community

In this episode of the 'Art of Connecting' podcast, we interview Shannon Greer, the owner of Cadence Coffee Company in Chattanooga. Shannon shares his journey from starting a coffee shop to fostering community engagement and social change through partnerships with local nonprofits. He delves into his transition from a church planter to a coffee shop owner, expanding to multiple locations, and his initiative, the Oasis Center, aimed at creating a collaborative space for non-profits. The conversation highlights the importance of building relationships, giving back to the community, and the transformative power of offering more than just a cup of coffee, but an opportunity for connection and positive change. Shannon’s story exemplifies how business and community impact can go hand in hand.

00:00 Intro
01:22 From Church Planter to Coffee Entrepreneur
05:32 The Birth of a Coffee Passion
07:53 From Insurance Sales to Coffee Connection
12:26 Building Community Through Coffee
19:39 Introducing the Oasis Center
25:48 The Historical Significance of the Oasis Center
30:41  Challenges and Funding Strategies
32:53 Expanding the Coffee Business
34:07 Innovative Hiring Practices
38:14 Creating Community
44:24 Lessons in Helping
49:06 The Story of Cadence Coffee Company