Shannon in the News
Shannon Briggs
Cover Story: Crosstown Concourse's Underground ...

An estimated 3,000 people visit Crosstown Concourse each day, most of them working for or a customer, client or patient of one of the building’s tenants. There are also more than 260 apartments on the property as well as a high school that just opened its doors for its first class of 125 freshmen.

In addition to all the people who visit Crosstown daily since it opened in August 2017, there is also a steady stream of people showing up to do freelance assignments or to work remotely from their employer’s or home office.

Cover Story: Crosstown Concourse's Underground Economy (Part 2)
Shannon in the News
Shannon Briggs
Getting Started: Business advice for founders

Shannon Little left her job in marketing with the Huey's restaurant chain in Memphis to start her own solo marketing and social media venture. Such ventures at first glance might seem like a dime a dozen, leaving her with a task that had to be addressed before meeting with her first client.

She now handles marketing and social media efforts for several small businesses and is able to juggle all the tasks that go with that because she took the time to form a plan for herself at the very beginning.

"Define your target audience, your offerings and what value those offerings can bring to that audience," Little said, "My business became stronger, and my processes more streamlined, when I was able to define those terms."

Getting Started: Business advice for founders

The Weekender: March 3rd – 5th

The Weekender: March 3rd – 5th

With all the great things going on in the 901 these days, have you ever been overwhelmed with choices? Well, you’re in luck! We’ve put together a weekly post called The Weekender, filled with a handy schedule to help you hit some of our best bets for an amazing weekend.

The 2017 Southern Foodie Events & Festival Guide: Part 1

The 2017 Southern Foodie Events & Festival Guide: Part 1

Culinary travel has become a really popular reason to hit the highway, whether it’s just to another neighborhood in your own town or to another city to experience their unique cuisine. Food and wine festivals are a great way to (literally) get a taste of something new while discovering your next favorite dining destination. The culinary calendar around the South is jam-packed for the first half of the year, so gas up your car and make an extra appointment with your personal trainer.

Gettin’ Lucky: Memphis St. Patrick’s Day Guide 2017

Gettin’ Lucky: Memphis St. Patrick’s Day Guide 2017

Huey’s usually has plenty of drink specials at all/most of their locations for this esteemed holiday. Last year it was a dollar off all Bud Light pints, Guinness, Killian’s, Jameson shots, and Irish Car Bombs. I’ll updat this with 2017 info as soon as I get it.

Previewing the Vintage901 Festival

Previewing the Vintage901 Festival

This year is the first Vintage901 weekend event and it will be held on March 10th-12th. Vintage901 was organized by Stephanie Ferreira and sommelier Laurie Forster. Stephanie is extremely passionate about building community and purpose while incorporating culture through this event.

19 Memphis Events & Happenings: March 2017

19 Memphis Events & Happenings: March 2017

Spring is fast approaching, and we couldn’t be more excited! From fundraisers and food truck parties to grand openings and galas, March is packed with fabulous local events, and we’re ready to start celebrating everything Memphis has to offer! Get your planners out because we’ve rounded up 19 events to check out. Let’s get the March madness started!

Snapshot: Millington Gets Memphis Original

Snapshot: Millington Gets Memphis Original

Construction is underway on the Memphis area’s ninth Huey’s Restaurant, which is scheduled to open soon at 8570 U.S. 51 in Millington. A $1 million building permit application for the project was filed in late 2016. Hollis Ranson, a former general manager at the Huey’s locations in Southaven and Collierville, will be the general manager at Huey’s Millington, according to the company’s website. Roughly 60 people will be hired to staff the restaurant. Huey’s was founded in Memphis in 1970.

Local Wine Events

This festival is complete with tastings, tapas, salsa, soul and jazz showcasing this great city and its rich culture. Vintage901 features the best in artisanal wines, an array of local flavors with a nod to global sensibilities, and music that blends the classic and the eclectic.

Enjoy Wine, Food, and Music at the Vintage901 Festival

Enjoy Wine, Food, and Music at the Vintage901 Festival

Eat and sip your heart out at this three-day festival March 10 – 12, 2017.  Enjoy great wine, food and music, all benefiting the Women’s Foundation. Hosted by Laurie Foster, wine coach seen on Dr. Oz, Martha Stewart and other shows, this brand new festival is sure to become an annual event. Learn more about the event, tickets, and the Women’s Foundation here.

The Weekender: February 24th – 26th

The Weekender: February 24th – 26th

With all the great things going on in the 901 these days, have you ever been overwhelmed with choices? Well, you’re in luck! We’ve put together a weekly post called The Weekender, filled with a handy schedule to help you hit some of our best bets for an amazing weekend.

The Prisoner Breaks Free: Four California Blends

The Prisoner Breaks Free: Four California Blends

Man, sometimes things just break right for a guy. It was one of those beautiful winter days masquerading as spring when I dropped in on Brian Herrera over at Kirby Wines and Liquors. I'd meant to pester him about something else entirely when I stumbled into a small tasting of the flagship label and three new wines from The Prisoner Wine Co. of Northern California. Then I promptly forgot what it was I'd meant to ask him.

Memphis Moms’ Guide to Where Kids Eat Free {& Nearly Free!}

Memphis Moms’ Guide to Where Kids Eat Free {& Nearly Free!}

We’ve all been there. 5:45 on a Tuesday evening and you realize you forgot to take the chicken out of the freezer. Or maybe you’ve had one of those days and need a reprieve from the usual dinnertime routine. We get it, Mamas… and we’re here to help. We’ve put together a list of MidSouth eateries that offer a Kids Eat Free or a Reduced Kids Menu option for those nights when everyone needs a break. You can’t go wrong when you can save a few bucks and you don’t have to do the dishes! 

The Weekender: February 17 – February 19

The Weekender: February 17 – February 19

With all the great things going on in the 901 these days, have you ever been overwhelmed with choices? Well, you’re in luck! We’ve put together a weekly post called The Weekender, filled with a handy schedule to help you hit some of our best bets for an amazing weekend.

You can follow this schedule to a T, or use it as a launching point to plan your own adventure! The Weekender is not meant to be exhaustive, but will include our suggestions to help you plan the weekend ahead. 

Sunday, February 19th

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