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

Clients in the News

This Barbecue Joint In Tennessee Officially Has The Best Ribs In America

This Barbecue Joint In Tennessee Officially Has The Best Ribs In America

Tennessee has some great food, ranging from the best homemade biscuits on the planet to some of the best barbecue you’ll ever find. And if you think we’re a little biased to be making that call, you’re probably right, but don’t just take our word for it, take the Food Network’s word. That’s right. There’s a barbecue joint in the heart of Memphis that has been awarded the No. 1 ribs in America, and that’s saying a lot. If you want to try these bad boys out for yourself, you’ll just have to head down to the Bar-B-Q shop yourself for a taste.

Megan Klein of My City Rides: FACES of Memphis

Megan Klein of My City Rides: FACES of Memphis

When Megan Klein joined the team at My City Rides, an innovative transit company, she didn’t know what to expect. The nonprofit was in its infancy, and the concept was the first of its kind in Memphis, allowing people the opportunity to lease-to-own scooters to get to and from work. Although a new concept to Megan, she relied on her 15+ years of experience in communications to jump right in and become a major asset to the growing company.

The Heartwarming History of Huey’s

The Heartwarming History of Huey’s

Huey’s, the family-owned restaurant chain in Memphis, is notably a local gem. While some of its success can be attributed to the award-winning burgers and gritty charm (graffiti walls and ceilings full of frill picks), at the core of the company’s strategy is the family-style atmosphere that makes Huey’s feel like a second home. It’s an approach that isn’t happenstance. In fact, it’s intentional. Since the 1970s, the Huey’s team has been dedicated to creating a family-like culture, and if it’s up to the three sisters who now manage the local restaurant chain, that won’t be changing anytime soon.

The South’s Top Barbecue Freebies

The South’s Top Barbecue Freebies

I’ve been on the road this month for another round of restaurant tours in preparation for the 2019 edition of The South’s Top 50 Barbecue Joints. What particularly caught my eye on my recent trips were the little extras that some joints give away for free along with each meal. It’s a very hospitable and welcome practice, and here are my seven favorites.

ORUÃ: Brazilian Band Wows Lafayette’s, Backs Built to Spill

ORUÃ: Brazilian Band Wows Lafayette’s, Backs Built to Spill

Boise, Idaho, rockers Built to Spill released their fan-favorite album Keep It Like a Secretsome 20 years ago, in 1999, which is why Doug Martsch, the maestro behind the band, is currently touring the album in celebration of the landmark anniversary. Hey, 20 years is a long time for a rock band. Built To Spill made a stop in Memphis at Overton Square’s Lafayette’s Music Room on Tuesday, July 9th, and Martsch proved that his riffs and all-along-the-neck runs are as crisp and fresh today as they were 20 years ago. One thing, however, was notably different. Martsch was supported, not by the usual cast of bearded and Fender-wielding Idahoans, but by rock trio ORUÃ, hailing from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, who pulled double duty as both members of Built to Spill and the opening band. And, to put it simply, they brought the house down.

Five to Try: Some of our favorite restaurant patios from Downtown Memphis to Germantown

Five to Try: Some of our favorite restaurant patios from Downtown Memphis to Germantown

Summer is here — and that means it is prime outdoor dining season. From backyard patios to sunny courtyards, we've assembled a list of five of our go-to Memphis-area patios for al fresco drinks and dining.

Lemonade and mopeds frame re-election summer for City Council

Lemonade and mopeds frame re-election summer for City Council

The 10-year-old founder of B Chill Lemonade seemed to fit in well with an election year City Council when she visited the council Tuesday during committee sessions.

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