From Sobriety to the Shark Tank..It's Totally Doughp : Kelsey WitherowFrom Sobriety to the Shark Tank..It's Totally Doughp : Kelsey Witherow
Beyond the Bars
You made it! So here's a little about me, Kelsey Witherow -- the proud founder of Doughp... From the words of Kelsey herself..... First off - I've got an insatiable sweet tooth, a passion for making people happy, and a love of creating wild...
37:08•5 Jun 2019
Kelsey Witherow: From Struggles with Alcohol to Sweet Success on Shark Tank
“If you're on the ground crying, thinking this is like the end of the world, get excited because every step from there is gonna be better than when you're just laying on the ground. If you stay with it, everything will make sense and the right stuff will come right when you need it.”
Imagine turning a love for dessert into a thriving business while battling personal demons. That’s exactly what Kelsey Witherow did. In this episode of 'Beyond the Bars', Kelsey, the founder of Doughp, opens up about her journey from addiction to recovery and how it led her to the Shark Tank stage. Raised in Sacramento, California, Kelsey always had a sweet tooth and a passion for making people happy with her wild confections.
But behind the scenes, she was struggling with alcohol addiction, which began in high school and escalated during her college years. Despite excelling in her career in high-tech product marketing, Kelsey felt unfulfilled and lost her love for baking. Her story takes a turn when she decides to get sober, rediscovering her passion for creating desserts. This newfound clarity led her to start Doughp, a company that not only makes delicious treats but also promotes a booze-free environment.
Her appearance on Shark Tank was a pivotal moment, but it’s her journey to sobriety that truly transformed her life. Kelsey’s candid reflections and wisdom offer hope and inspiration for anyone facing similar struggles. Tune in to hear how she turned her life around and built a business that brings joy to others.
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