The Liquid Entrepreneur
The Liquid Entrepreneur podcast offers a sneak peek behind some of the ‘coolest’ beverage brands, from the up-and-coming startup to the established enterprise. We pull back the curtain to discuss the ownership journey from liquid to lips; the trials and the wins, and all the moments in between. Most important, we’re connecting with the founders, owners, partners and leaders behind the brands to get the untold stories you won’t find on the shelf. If you’ve ever thought of starting a business, regardless of the industry, pop in and grab a glass…these moments are guaranteed to be priceless. For more information, visit www.theliquidentrepreneur.co
The Liquid Entrepreneur
Inspired to Disrupt: Mara Smith - A Mom, a Mission, and the Tequila Industry: Ep 19
On this episode of The Liquid Entrepreneur, we sit down with Mara Smith — former attorney, corporate strategist, and now the inspiring founder of Inspiro Tequila.
After stepping away from the workforce to raise her kids, Mara reentered the game with bold ambition: to create a clean, additive-free tequila brand that reflects and respects the thoughtful female consumer. With no prior experience in spirits, she immersed herself in the tequila world—researching, cold-calling experts, and even becoming CRT-certified—proving that passion and persistence can outperform pedigree.
In this honest and empowering conversation, Mara shares:
· How she turned a personal need into a purpose-driven brand
· Why she scrapped her first production run (and what that taught her about quality)
· And how community, curiosity, and courage fueled her growth
Whether you’re a founder, investor, or just someone who loves a good story—this episode delivers.
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