Founder Interview
Jeannie Seabrook
Listen to every piece of advice, stick to your vision, and suggest that those who share helpful “you should” ideas start their own business.
So nice to meet you! First off, what’s your name? Tell our readers a bit about yourself—where you’re from originally and where you live now.
I’m Jeannie Seabrook. I grew up in Columbus and raised our five children in Sunbury, Ohio. My husband and I live on the farm where the Cannery is located.
Tell us one thing you love about where you live now.
Watching wildlife thrive, from the grasshoppers to the deer in the field.
Tell us a little more about what your company does and how it started. How does it help your customers?
We host private cooking classes at Glass Rooster Cannery. In addition, there is a line of canned goods, a guest house, and a three-season barn venue. Our farm is a relaxing setting to enjoy nature and fellowship, and to learn while having fun. Our products are created from produce grown on the farm.
If someone wants to start a business, what advice would you give them?
Listen to every piece of advice, stick to your vision, and suggest that those who share helpful “you should” ideas start their own business.
What is one piece of feedback from a happy customer or client that you won't forget?
“I make that recipe all the time at home!”
Where do you see your company in the future?
We love hosting guests on the farm. We want to continue to grow our canned goods, classes and events. I also have a heart for the food-insecure and will continue to use our resources to help those in need.
What is the biggest misconception about your industry?
There is a right and a wrong way to feed yourself, and most people get it wrong. I believe our bodies tell us what we need if we listen; sometimes that may be a vegetable, sometimes it may be chocolate cake.
What has been one of your biggest struggles building your business, and how did you deal with it?
The business began when I took an article about community canneries to my sister, Susie. She immediately invited me to start the business on her home property. She believed in me enough to put her world on the line. After eight years of building and growing together, she passed away from a sudden illness.
I take it one day at a time, cherishing each piece of the business we built together. When I miss her, I focus on the encouragement she shared with me and how blessed I am to have had her. Everyone needs a Susie in their life.
Who was your favorite music artist and athlete growing up?
Billy Joel. I like the piano music.
Any shoutouts you want to make?
My husband, Bill, has been crazy supportive from day one. He does everything from building projects to the dishes, and I couldn’t be successful without his support.
Where can our readers learn more about you and your company?
