Latina South

Mayte Peck on Pandemic, Pottery, and her Peruvian roots | Ep. 2

Episode Summary

Latina South host Adela Yelton welcomes Mayte Peck, a successful entrepreneur and nonprofit board leader. They talk about Mayte's Peruvian roots, her North Georgia pottery business, and how she combines the best of both.

Episode Notes

About our Guest: Mayte Peck -  Mayte is an entrepreneur and owner of Mark of the Potter, a North Georgia pottery business. She previously owned local Atlanta favorite Peruvian restaurant, Sweet Devil Moon Cafe. A passionate advocate of women and minority-owned businesses, service is a part of her life as Board Chair for the nonprofit Latino Community Fund of Georgia.

Ep. 2: Show Notes

• Adela asks: How has the pandemic impacted you? Mayte on virtual learning at home, missing family hugs, and how she finds balance (1:20)
• Mayte teaches us about her North Georgia pottery business and its connection to nature. Mark of the Potter (who is this Mark?), moonshine highway, and face jugs (7:40)
• We hear about Mayte's Peruvian background, adjustments, spirituality and finding her way (13:31)
• Mayte discusses the strategy and legacy of Sweet Devil Moon Café, and her favorite Peruvian dishes (21:00)
• Mayte talks about how service is now a big part of her life and how she gives back (27:24) 
• Parting words of wisdom, find your why (33:12)

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