10/13/2026
-Behind Every Successful Business Is a Story Worth Hearing!-
One of the best parts of networking in the Yakima Valley is getting to know the people behind the businesses that make our community great.
On the latest episode of -Wired Wattsmart-, host Josh Torpey sits down with Melissa Brewer, owner of M.B. Designs, for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and what it really takes to build a successful business.
With over 30 years of experience in the design and construction industry, Melissa has an incredible story. From starting over with almost nothing to building a successful design and remodeling company right here in Yakima, she's learned some valuable lessons along the way.
They dive into some topics that I think a lot of business owners in this group can relate to:
- The challenges and sacrifices of owning a business
- Building relationships and surrounding yourself with the right people
- Hiring, leadership, and developing a strong team
- How AI is changing the construction and design industries
- Managing stress, self-doubt, and the pressure to keep growing
-This is exactly why we love highlighting local business owners.-There's so much we can learn from each other's experiences, successes, and even mistakes.
Take some time to check out the episode and learn more about Melissa and her business!
**Watch on YouTube:**
https://youtu.be/3GmFvzkebCM
**Listen on Spotify:**
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2avWKH77sPWsUNSHBiPg8h?si=dbD-v4S5Q-G6A5iK3nmN1w
**Check out MB Designs:**
https://www.mbdesignsyakima.com/
Let's keep supporting, connecting, and learning from the incredible business owners throughout the Yakima Valley.
**For the business owners in this group: What's one lesson you've learned that you wish someone had told you when you first started?**