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Aug 2024
18m 36s

A Legacy of Love and Resilience with Kal...

Jen Smiley
About this episode

Cup Board Pro is deeply connected to the Young family's heartfelt story of loss and resilience. Following the passing of their mother to breast cancer and their father to a 9/11-related illness, Kaley and Keira Young found strength in carrying on their parent's legacy. By continuing the product their father started, they have created more than just a cutting board – they have crafted a legacy that honors their parents' memory and supports those in need.

In this episode, Jen talks with Kaley and Kiera about their journey of living out their parents' legacy. They share their story of loss, resilience, and determination, reflecting on their parents' love of cooking and commitment to family. The sisters also talk about making history on Shark Tank, the unique features of Cup Board Pro, and how they give back to families impacted by 9/11-related illnesses.

In this episode:

  • [01:19] - The inspiring story behind Cup Board Pro
  • [05:19] - What makes Cup Board Pro special
  • [09:30] - Kaley’s and Keira's background
  • [11:55] - How buying Cup Board Pro helps people
  • [13:05] - Kaley’s and Keira's life after losing their parents
  • [16:32] - Cooking With the Firehouse Chef


Quotes

[06:05] - "My dad always used to say that there's a distance between you and your countertop while you're prepping. So that's where the cup fits perfectly between you and your countertop." ~ Kaley Young

[11:11] - "We hear people all the time telling us how much they love the Cup Board Pro, and they think of our dad every time they use it. That aspect is special for us, just to be able to carry on how amazing our dad was." ~ Kaley Young 

[12:09] - "Twenty percent of our piece of the cutting board goes to the FDNY Foundation, a charity that's close to our hearts. Being able to give back to that is really important to us." ~ Kaley Young


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