In this episode of The Community Cast, Carissa sits down with Pam DeNutte, owner of Ninestone Spa in Portland, for a conversation about wellness, leadership, and the relationships that have helped shape the spa over the years.

Pam shares her perspective on making self-care a priority, creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, and learning to trust and lean on her team. She also talks about what it means to carry forward the legacy of a local business while continuing to find new ways to grow.

In this episode of The Community Cast, Dottie Chalmers Cutter sits down with Danni Best of the Maine Academy of Natural Sciences (MeANS) to discuss a unique approach to education that helps students thrive beyond the traditional classroom setting.

Danni shares her passion for working with adolescents, the life-changing impact of meaningful adult relationships, and how MeANS combines academics with environmental and experiential learning to create opportunities for students to succeed. From maple sugaring and beekeeping to restorative practices and individualized support, this conversation highlights the many ways MeANS helps students find confidence, purpose, and belonging.

This week on The Community Cast, Dottie Chalmers Cutter sits down with Jenny Davis, founder of Haberdashery, and Loretta Bryant, store manager, to discuss the evolution of one of Maine's most beloved resale shops. From entrepreneurship and sustainable fashion to customer connections, team culture, and community impact, they share how Haberdashery has grown from a small startup into a thriving business with a loyal following and big plans for the future.