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Class E Podcast


The Class–E Podcast hosts conversations with leaders in innovation and entrepreneurship and sheds light on all the amazing accomplishments of students, faculty, and alumni in the Furman University Family.

We strive to help innovative thinkers share their stories, their expertise, and experience in hopes of creating an innovative and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Our mission is to educate and inspire our listeners to engage in innovative thinking, connect with Furman Innovation and Entrepreneurship and launch their own ventures.

Jul 21, 2021

In this episode of our special series of the Class E Podcast, Pathfinders in Purple, we speak with Lorie and Brent Nelson, and David Porras. All of whom are co-owners of the Oak Hill Café and Farm. They each share their experiences in beginning this great venture and maintaining a local restaurant, especially during a pandemic. From Lorie’s chemistry expertise to David’s chef expertise, we learn about the journey of Oak Hill Café and Farm and how a dream really can come true.

Guests: Lori Nelson, Brent Nelson, and David Porras

Host: Mary Sturgill

Producers: Emma Kerr and LeNae Jones