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

FRIDGE ORGANIZATION TIPS THAT'LL MAKE YOU WANT TO MEAL PREP

FRIDGE ORGANIZATION TIPS THAT'LL MAKE YOU WANT TO MEAL PREP

On a recent Instagram story poll, I asked for your interest in the items of my fridge. The response overwhelming—hundreds of you said ‘please!’ I soon after opened the door to start my list when I realized the reality of my refrigerator. Unorganized, unruly, and downright embarrassing. We eat fairly healthy, so the ingredients themselves weren’t to be ashamed of; however, my attempt at arranging and stacking was utterly lazy. I needed help.

How to Organize Your Kitchen with The Container Store

How to Organize Your Kitchen with The Container Store

Y’all have heard me talk about The Container Store before and how much I LOVE their products! On my Instagram a few weeks ago, I shared a little sneak peek at my kitchen pantry after I had organized it with products from The Container Store. Y’all loved what you saw! After I got such a great reaction over there, I couldn’t wait to share the entire reveal with y’all!

Must-Do Group Activities in Memphis, Tennessee

Must-Do Group Activities in Memphis, Tennessee

Ah, Memphis, Tenn. This special American city has been a locus of entertainment (it's where blues, soul and rock 'n' roll were born) and history (as in the civil rights movement). If you're lucky enough to attend a meeting within this iconic slice of American tradition, don't miss the chance to explore the town. For more details, visit the Memphis Travel website.

Edge Alley owner plans new Midtown location

Edge Alley owner plans new Midtown location

A second, smaller location of the Edge neighborhood's Edge Alley restaurant is expected to open by mid-October inside the Ballet Memphis building, restaurant owner Tim Barker said Thursday.

Stop and Smell the Flowers with Mili

Stop and Smell the Flowers with Mili

You might have seen Miriam “Mili” Cordero and her flowers around town before at events like the Summer Night Market at the River Garden or South Main Trolley Night, and if you’re not quite sure, just look for her vintage, pink flower truck. It’s impossible (and way too cool) to miss. 

4 Memphis spots land on Southern Living's list of 'The South's Top 50 Barbecue Joints'

4 Memphis spots land on Southern Living's list of 'The South's Top 50 Barbecue Joints'

Four Memphis restaurants have made Southern Living's annual list of "The South's Top 50 Barbecue Joints 2019.”

Fall Movie Nights Return to Overton Square Sept. 5th

Fall Movie Nights Return to Overton Square Sept. 5th

Movies will screen on Thursdays with a couple of exceptions beginning September 5th in the Chimes Square courtyard. Grab some takeout from one of the many tasty options on the square and pull up a chair or blanket for some free movie fun with the fam. There will be free popcorn and giveaways with each movie and drinks will be available for purchase from the TapBox bar.

Guide To Memphis Fall Events and Things To Do 2019

Guide To Memphis Fall Events and Things To Do 2019

Even though it feels like the opposite of autumnal outside, it’s time for the big annual list of things to do in Memphis in the fall. If you want to party, we have festivals and shindigs aplenty. If you’re looking for family-friendly or free fun, Memphis in the fall has loads of that, too.

Sticky Fingers, Sticky Conversations: BBQ and Reproductive Justice

Sticky Fingers, Sticky Conversations: BBQ and Reproductive Justice

Finally, a feel-good story about abortion in the south. Sam and Naomi Ekperigin travel to the home of BBQ and badass reproductive rights activists to consume some smokin’ hot tips on how to lead the fight for reproductive justice.

The Memphis Weekender: August 9-11

The Memphis Weekender: August 9-11

With all the great things going on in the 901 these days, have you ever been overwhelmed with choices? Well, you’re in luck! Every week we curate The Weekender, a post filled with a handy list to help you hit some of our best bets for an amazing weekend.

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