We had the good fortune of connecting with Sharon Grenier and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Sharon, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
Fresh Roasted Coffee. All About the People. My husband and I were living just outside Philadelphia. I was a kindergarten teacher; he a kids pastor. And we noted something about our culture– if you meet a new friend at the park (while playing with your kids) it was hard to find a way to connect with them. It’s weird to just invite them over to your house; since you didn’t know them all that well yet. So we wanted to have a space where it was safe and welcoming for ALL people. Where coffee can be used to connect; and we can be the hands and feet of Jesus as we love our neighbor and serve our city!

This was the background behind Coffee Connections. We moved to Hilliard, Ohio– started connecting— and the rest is history!

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
We’re a local coffee shop. We roast our own coffee– and we partner with over 16 local businesses to make our shop a reality. Plus, we donate 100% of our tips back to the community. We beleive we are better together.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If you are in Hilliard– You HAVE to stop by and check out our faves! Swing by Crooked Can & Center Street Market– grab cookies from Bakes by Lo & walk down Old Hilliard. Check out First Responders Park across the street— because there’s wreckage there from 9/11 — one of 3 spots in the country. Once you are done paying your respects; you can swing by our shop for a great cup of coffee; stop by Hilliard Station Baking for a cupcake- and hit up Bee Bubbly for a boba!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I need to give a SHOUT OUT to my husband Nate. Stepping out of your comfort zone and leaving your carrer to start something ENTIRELY new– takes a whole heck of a lot of faith. This wouldn’t have happened without him.

Website: https://connections.coffee

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