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Building a New Business: Mariposa Millwork’s Journey from Vision to Reality | Kevin Keddy
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- Behind The Village Podcast
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- Jun 26, 2025
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- 1027
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Summary
Join us as we dive into the story behind Mariposa Millwork, a new local business in Orillia. In this episode of the Behind the Village podcast, Kevin Keddy shares the journey of transforming a former automotive shop into a stunning doors and trim showroom. Learn about the collaborative efforts that brought this vision to life, the challenges of starting from scratch, and how Mariposa Millwork is making a difference in the Orillia community by offering an interactive showroom experience. Kevin also reveals valuable insights about entrepreneurship, community involvement, and the importance of listening to customer needs to grow a successful business. So listen to the start of a brand new business and let's welcome them into the community! Mariposa Millwork Website: https://www.mariposamillwork.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MariposaMillwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariposamillwork The Villager Magazine Website: https://villagermagazine.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheVillagerCommunityNews/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevillagermagazine/ Newsletter: https://villagermagazine.ca/subscribe/ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:07 - Definition of the Word Millwork 02:37 - Overview of Mariposa Millwork 03:12 - Origins of the Name 04:05 - Interactive Showroom Features 06:05 - Kevin Keddy's Background 08:20 - The Building Process of Mariposa Millwork 12:46 - Advice for New Business Owners 14:02 - The Growth Potential of Orillia 16:19 - Upcoming Grand Opening in July