Oven Love
A baking business started by a family to sell baked goods at a local farmers market.
Why It Works
The proximity to the farmers market and the family-oriented approach of teaching kids about baking and business led to its success.
Revenue & Traction
Not mentioned in the transcript.
Founding Story
The business was started as a way for a family to teach their kids about business and baking after a local farmers market opened.
Business Playbook
Leveraging a local farmers market as a platform to sell products and engage the community.
Why this works now
Square's payment processing system allows Oven Love to efficiently handle transactions at the local farmers market. The family initially marketed their baked goods through Instagram, showcasing their products and engaging with the community. A significant constraint is the labor intensity required for baking, packaging, and selling, which can limit scalability as demand grows.
Additional Information
The family sells their baked goods every other Saturday, creating a routine and community connection.
Source
Podcast: Koerner Office
Episode: The $50k/month "Old School" Business You Can Start for Next to Nothing⏐Ep. #274
Creation Date: February 13, 2026
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