We had the good fortune of connecting with Tamika Gooden and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Tamika, what do you attribute your success to?
Your brand is the single most important investment you can make in your business. What many people get wrong is thinking their brand story is all about them, when in fact, it’s all about your customer. Where you fit into the story is how you’re going to help them get what they want. The success behind Nunu Cakes Brand is relationship building and making it a top priority to satisfy the needs of our customers.


What should our readers know about your business?
I am a self taught baker with the help of my grandmother, I always wanted to help her bake as a child. I started specializing in cupcakes and cookies but have now ventured out to more dessert cakes and cake jars. I am known for my Keylime and Brookies these are definitely fan favorites. My Journey has not always been easy the biggest challenge has been work life balance, I have since learned to separate the two which is very important. I strive to make Nunu Cakes not just a brand but an experience


If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
This is a hard one I have a lot of favorites in the city! I would start off with a little breakfast at Home Grown in Atlanta, then we would go take a stroll and do some vintage shopping down at little 5 points and grab some lunch at little 5 Pizza. Then we would top the night off with some dinner at Cafe intermezzos and head over for some dancing at MJQ’s in Atlanta.


The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
This Shout Out is dedicated to Renae Keitt, My Auntie Mother Owner of Ark Temporary Staffing. Some people look all over for the right mentor, I had the privilege to be raised by one, she has mentored me in life and in business . I can not thank her enough for all of her guidance.

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