<p><strong>Episode Summary:</strong><br />In this episode of Secret Sunshine, I chat with Adam and Shannon Vanderwoerd, the husband-and-wife team behind The Gibsons Butcher, to talk about their journey from running a single beloved butcher shop to opening a second location, The Sechelt Butcher. The conversation explores the challenges, community support, and serendipity that have shaped their business and lives on the Sunshine Coast.</p><p>The Sechelt Butcher opens Friday, October 10th at Tsain-Ko Mall on Sechelt First Nations territory.</p><p><strong>We talk about:</strong></p><ul><li>The origins of The Gibsons Butcher and the decision to expand to Sechelt</li><li>Community support and the importance of local relationships</li><li>The transition from corporate coffee to local entrepreneurship</li><li>Overcoming challenges in opening a new store, from financial risk to construction delays</li><li>The role of family, including their daughter’s involvement and Indigenous heritage</li><li>The artistry of butchery and creating a welcoming, community-focused shop</li><li>Reflections on opening day, business philosophy, and giving back to the community</li></ul><li><br /></li><p><strong>Sponsor:</strong><br />This episode is sponsored by Nico Coastal Homes. If you’re buying or selling on the Coast, connect with Nico at <a href="nicolearnett.ca" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">nicolearnett.ca</a> and find out why she's one of the top realtors serving our community.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Remember, you can:</strong></p><ul><li>Watch video editions of the podcast on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@secretsunshinepodcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a> and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/07CE7Fw3Anz3HJ2YEEBdcs?si=7652d49ed7e748b7" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Spotify</a>, or listen on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/secret-sunshine/id1782946924" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Apple Podcasts</a> or your favourite podcast platform.</li><li>Like, rate, review, and subscribe to support the show.</li><li>Learn more and find all episodes at <a href="secretsunshine.ca" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">secretsunshine.ca.</a></li><p><br /></p></ul><p><strong>Credits:</strong><br />Produced by Dominic Girard at <a href="handover.fm" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Handover Media</a>. Original theme by Max Henry.</p>
