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Mother-daughter duo Chanda Bell and Carol Aebersold turn their old family tradition into a new Christmas children's book they call The Elf on the Shelf. But when they are rejected by the major publishers, they decide to finance the release of the book themselves—and begin a new Christmas phenomenon.Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Business Movers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/business-movers/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textMerry Christmas, everyone!  In this holiday edition of the podcast, we chat with Chanda Bell and discuss the origins of the Elf on the Shelf and the Lumistella Company! Learn about Chanda's childhood memories and the magic her mother created during the holidays as well as the significance of family traditions and how these experiences shaped their lives, leading to the creation of a beloved holiday phenomenon. Chanda Bell shares the inspiring journey of creating the Elf on the Shelf, a beloved holiday tradition that has brought joy to millions of families. From humble beginnings rooted in family traditions to the challenges of entrepreneurship, Chanda discusses the importance of storytelling, the expansion of the Elf's universe through the Santa Verse, and the significance of giving back to the community. She reflects on her personal experiences as a mother and the magic of creating joyful moments for children during the holiday season, all while emphasizing the values of generosity and creativity.Faithgateway.com Code "MOMMA3" for $3 off and free shippingOR on AMAZON PRIMEhttps://amzn.to/3AsYGAV Use code MOMMA15 to receive 15% off at www.coatdefense.com www.gotitfrommymomma.tvThank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: HARPER COLLINS CHRISTIAN PUBLISHERSJesus Calling Commemorative Edition or Reba McEntire's Not That Fancywww.faithgateway.comUse Code Momma3 for $3 off and free shipping or the GIFMM AMAZON Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/gotitfrom_mymomma/list/3T9YOF2KPS8NB?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_BNA664W48A20GG0PEHDY_1BAREFACED SKINCAREwww.barefaced.comUse MOMMA15 for 15% off your first purchase! TEXT a Skincare Specialist at 25169 for complimentary consults and to answer any skin questions.COAT DEFENSEwww.coatdefense.comInstagram @coat_defenseUse MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEBwww.gotitfrommymomma.tv(Become an Insider!)Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith@jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast

Welcome to a very merry episode of How I Built My Small Business! I'm Anne McGinty, your host, and I know I said no new episodes, but this is a surprise Christmas special. Today, we're diving into the magical world of Santa's little helpers with Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-CEO of The Lumistella Company, home of The Elf on the Shelf. Whether you're a seasoned elf owner or someone who's just wondering why these mischievous little elves keep popping up, this episode has a sprinkle of something for everyone—kids, grown-ups, and the young-at-heart.

PJ talks to John who did all the right things yet couldn't vote, to Chanda Bell & Christa Pitts who self-published a book with their mum which turned into the beloved Elf On The Shelf, Opinion Line producer Paul Byrne goes out with Gardaí on a checkpoint. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary stories and family tradition can be simple and profound. Such is the case with Elf on the Shelf. Meet Chanda Bell, daughter of a magical Mom that created Elf on the Shelf. Together with her twin sister, they have created Lumistella, www.lumistella.com Hear about faith, hope and love starting with every child. Through Elf on the Shelf and all the other Northpole characters, an extraordinary magic is preserved. This makes their company timeless and universal. Visit the most inspiring Chanda at www.chandabell.com and start your Christmas/Holiday season early with an Elf on Your Shelf. It's a tradition that must be carried forward. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Chanda Bell comes to Furman FCA to help the grieving process in the wake of tragedy.

Chanda Bell, founder, and chief storyteller of The Lumistella Company, discusses the story behind their world-famous “Elf of the Shelf.” Plus, Ben Garden of the band Melodic Monster takes the spotlight in our series, “Speaking of Music.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gareth chats with Chanda Bell and Christa Pitts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we meet Chanda Bell, Co-Founder of The Elf on the Shelf franchise and Co-CEO of the parent company, The Lumistella Company. Chanda, along with her mother and twin sister, like to say that they bring Santa's North Pole to life through consumer products, brand experiences and original entertainment. We learn about Chanda's entrepreneurial journey and lessons that she has learned along the way. Her story of co-authoring the book that launched a product and a viral phenomenon. Her wisdom and lessons growing the company are incredible. This is one, inspiring episode that you won't want to miss. On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by clicking on the links below and sending me a quick shout-out on social. Or reach out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ https://twitter.com/karagoldin https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/321 To learn more about Chanda Bell, The Elf on the Shelf and The Lumistella Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelumistellacompany/ https://www.instagram.com/elfontheshelf/ https://lumistella.com/ https://elfontheshelf.com/

We are continuing our conversation with Elf On The Shelf Creator, Chanda Bell. If you haven't listened to Part 1, check it out and come back for Part 2! Specifically in this episode: - helping our teens choose their friends wisely- navigating our teens with social media, who they follow, what they post- parents must stick to what they know best- finding how to talk to your kids (especially in seasons)- letting God lead in our marriage

We are continuing our conversation with Elf On The Shelf Creator, Chanda Bell. If you haven't listened to Part 1, check it out and come back for Part 2! Specifically in this episode: - helping our teens choose their friends wisely- navigating our teens with social media, who they follow, what they post- parents must stick to what they know best- finding how to talk to your kids (especially in seasons)- letting God lead in our marriage

We are talking with Elf On The Shelf Creator, Chanda Bell. Chanda has many accolades and an incredible testimony about navigating her faith, mom-life, and wife-life, while owning a multi-million dollar business. Meanwhile in 2020, the Coronavirus personally changed her whole life, but listen for how she gives God all the glory for the woman she is today. Stay tuned for Part 2!Specifically in this episode: - how Elf On The Shelf came to be- raising daughters & how she is leading her daughter today- surrounding her kids with good people

We are talking with Elf On The Shelf Creator, Chanda Bell. Chanda has many accolades and an incredible testimony about navigating her faith, mom-life, and wife-life, while owning a multi-million dollar business. Meanwhile in 2020, the Coronavirus personally changed her whole life, but listen for how she gives God all the glory for the woman she is today. Stay tuned for Part 2!Specifically in this episode: - how Elf On The Shelf came to be- raising daughters & how she is leading her daughter today- surrounding her kids with good people

At our 2022 Women's Conference, our ladies focused on "Faith Over Fear". This panel is featuring Chanda Bell, "Elf On The Shelf" writer and creator. At the conference, we also heard from Graystone Church member, Rhonda Chapman, on acknowledging our worries and giving them to God. You can listen to Rhonda's messages, "An Unmasked Heart, Worried About Many Things", "Unmasked and Sitting at the Feet of Jesus", and "Learning to Overcome Fear", for what Scripture says to do with our fears and how to overcome them.Follow @graystonechurch on Instagram/Facebook and @engraved_makingwomenwhole on Instagram to stay updated on the next Women's Ministry event.

This week, in homes all over the world, mischievous elves have been arriving. Chanda Bell, creator and Co-Author of Elf on the Shelf Books joined Ray.

On todays show Ray chats to Chanda Bell the creator and Co-Author of Elf on the Shelf, sausage of the year winner Myles Wilson joins Ray, Mary Fitzgerald & Romain Bonnet from Selling Sunset are in studio, we have live music from Mary Coughlan, Gerald Peregrine & Vincent Lynch and Aisling Kearns tells us about a new play in the Abbey Theatre.

In this lovely book by Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell we learn the story of the elf on the shelf.

In December of 2005 - 4 years after the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and just over 2 years after the U.S. launched troops to fight its “War on Terror” in Iraq - journalists James Risen and Eric Lichtblau published a bombshell report in the New York Times detailing the warrantless wiretapping of American citizens taking place at the behest of the George W. Bush administration as part of its intelligence-gathering operations. This expose was the first of many reports to emerge in the early years of the 21st century that outlined the continually expanding surveillance powers that the U.S. government and its various intelligence agencies put to use against its own citizen population, as well as against foreign governments and civilians.That very same year, a holiday-themed children's book titled The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition was published by mother-daughter author duo Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell. The book tells the story of a “scout elf” from the North Pole whose job is to observe children's behavior during the Christmas season, and report back to Santa Claus whether they have been “naughty” or “nice” - thus, whether they deserve to have their Christmas wishes fulfilled.Both of these artifacts tell a story about the growing presence and awareness of surveillance in American culture, and about our continuing acquiescence to being watched by powerful entities with mysterious motives. While the reports of journalists like Risen & Lichtblau, as well as whistleblowers like Edward Snowden, tell of a government wielding dystopian technology to spy on its citizenry, The Elf on the Shelf presents a seemingly more anodyne, innocent form of total panoptic surveillance - one that surely promises to take some stress off the backs of busy parents and teachers during the holiday season. But at what cost? What happens when we put a patently creepy, always-watching children's toy in charge of teaching our children lessons about morality and self-discipline?On today's show, we explore just some of the many cultural artifacts that form the assemblage of The Elf on the Shelf as a new holiday tradition that celebrates surveillance culture. In doing so, we contextualize Elf by analyzing the forces that give rise to the tradition: from Jeremy Bentham's & Michel Foucault's exploration of the “panopticon,” to the ever-watching “eye of God” in Christian religious traditions, to the ravaging culture of consumer capitalism that seems to drain the genuine substance from every tradition by replacing it with a constant yearning for new products. We lay bare our trenchant critiques of Elf's place in American holiday culture, and attempt to imagine new types of holiday traditions that focus on mutual aid, ethics of care, teaching children consequences (both good and bad) for their actions, and resisting the culture of surveillance perpetuated by both Big Brother and Big Santa.Special thanks for research assistance on this episode to Dr. Laura Pinto, who co-authored research examining The Elf on the Shelf and surveillance in 2014, and was kind enough to correspond with us and point us to some useful background reading in preparation for this show!Elf on the Shelf videos featured:Inside Look at Scout Elf Training CampScout Elves Take Flight for Scout Elf Return WeekThe Elf on the Shelf's Night Before Christmas Song & Music VideoWorks and concepts referenced:Bentham, J., & Božovič, M. (1995). The panopticon writings. Verso Trade.Curtis, Adam. The century of the self. London: BBC Four, 2002.Foucault, M. (2012). Discipline and punish: The birth of the prison. Vintage.Hertsgaard, M. (2016). Bravehearts: Whistle blowing in the age of Snowden. Skyhorse.Lyon, D. (2014). Surveillance and the Eye of God. Studies in Christian Ethics, 27(1), 21-32.Pinto, L. E., & Nemorim, S. (2015). Normalizing panoptic surveillance among children: ‘The Elf on the Shelf'. Our Schools/Our Selves, 24(2), 53.Risen, J., & Lichtblau, E. (2005, December 16). Bush Lets U.S. Spy on Callers Without Courts. The New York Times, A1.Additional reading on surveillance discourse, power, privacy, and consumerism:Barnard-Wills, D. (2011). UK news media discourses of surveillance. The Sociological Quarterly, 52(4), 548-567.Cohen, J. E. (2012). What privacy is for. Harv. L. Rev., 126, 1904.Lacan, J. (1991). The Seminar of Jacques Lacan: Book II: The Ego in Freud's Theory and in the Technique of Psychoanalysis 1954–1955. W. W. Norton & Company. [Describes Lacan's concept of “the Big Other”, a useful tool for understanding surveillance power.]Papacharissi, Z. (2010). Privacy as a luxury commodity. First Monday. [Explains how privacy is distributed unequally based on economic class.]

Elf on the Shelf has become a popular Christmas tradition in many homes across the country. So how did this tradition get started? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This time of year is a special time for many all over the world. Parents, guardians, grandparents, loved ones, etc. work tirelessly to make the holiday season feel special for children, and presents are only one part of that. Good food, time with family, traditions old and new, and the opportunity to appreciate the life we have really makes this season come to life. In this episode of the Proud American podcast, Marine Corps Veteran and host Johnny Joey Jones introduces us to twin sisters, owners & co-CEO's of "Elf on the Shelf," Chanda Bell and Christa Pitts, who have used their creativity to bring a little extra Christmas spirit to families all over the country with the help of their friend Scout. In a year like the one we've had, it's important to take a moment to be thankful for the good things in our lives, and the passion and love for Christmas shared by Chanda and Christa helps make this season extra special!

Chanda Bell and Christa Pitts, both West Georgia, serve as co-CEO of Creatively Classic Activities and Books, LCC, the Atlanta-based consumer products and entertainment company that launched Elf on the Shelf. Their successes came from creativity and determination, despite being told “no” often in their journey. In collaboration with their mother, they created something magical that has now been shared across the globe. Without experience or knowledge of what it would take to be successful in the world of children’s books, their story is about thriving in spite of being told “no.” They discuss what their greatest accomplishments have been, and what they have yet to accomplish. They offer perspective of what Tri Delta have them the confidence to pursue and give great advice on taking risks. Hear their inspirational story and let that serve as a reminder when your family’s elf makes his or her magical reappearance during the holidays!Elfontheshelf.com

Welcome back to a new episode of Hoosier Heartland Podcast! Hosts Ben Malcomson and Kathie Chong are joined by Indiana Softball Associate Coach Chanda Bell to talk about her life, playing days, coaching career, and much more! Fantastic show!

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez and Victor Anderson react to the news of California hiring Chelsea Spencer to come back to her alma matta Cal to be the New Head Coach.  Also, Eric talks with Indiana Associate Coach Chanda Bell about the recent announcement of Bell to be inducted into the Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame. Bell discusses her time at Kentucky, being part of Shonda Stanton's coaching staff and working with pitchers Jordan Dixon at Marshall and Tara Trainer at Indiana.  Bell also discusses what it is like coaching back at her home state and more. Eric and Victor also discuss the DII Softball season in 2021, possibly being shortened to 44 games and more. 

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez and Victor Anderson react to the news of California hiring Chelsea Spencer to come back to her alma matta Cal to be the New Head Coach.  Also, Eric talks with Indiana Associate Coach Chanda Bell about the recent announcement of Bell to be inducted into the Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame. Bell discusses her time at Kentucky, being part of Shonda Stanton's coaching staff and working with pitchers Jordan Dixon at Marshall and Tara Trainer at Indiana.  Bell also discusses what it is like coaching back at her home state and more. Eric and Victor also discuss the DII Softball season in 2021, possibly being shortened to 44 games and more. 

When Chanda Bell’s family sold 5,000 units of the “Elf on the Shelf” book and doll in its first season in 2005, they knew they were onto something. With 11 million elves now in homes around the world, they were right. But that success didn’t happen overnight. Hear on the podcast how this family bootstrapped their beloved family tradition into a cultural phenomenon without the help of publishers and corporations -- and what we can learn from their enduring success and unique company culture. If Chanda and her family can do this with a fictional story, imagine what you can do with yours. Listen now!

During this holiday season, I hope you enjoy a replay of my popular Elf on the Shelf episode. I recorded this several years ago on the Smart Companies Thinking Bigger Network. Elf on the Shelf co-founder Chanda Bell gives us the behind-the-scenes story on how she, along with her twin sister Christa Pitts and her mother Carol Aebersold, transformed a cherished family tradition into a best-selling and enduring holiday brand. Listen in as Bell shares: The inspiration behind the story—and how they built it into an enduring brand. What they had to do to finally get the idea to market. The touching stories they hear from their customers. Words of encouragement for entrepreneurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During this holiday season, enjoy a replay of my popular Elf on the Shelf episode with co-founder Chanda Bell. She gives us the behind-the-scenes scoop on how she, her twin sister Christa Pitts, and her mother Carol Aebersold transformed a cherished family tradition into a best-selling and enduring holiday brand. The company, Creatively Classic Activities and Books, was founded in 2005. Thirteen years later, more than 13 million of the ever-popular elves can be found around the world. In addition to the elves, the company's products include books, Christmas pets, the Claus Couture collection, music videos and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chanda talks Bex through the Elf on the Shelf - the scout of Santa Claus that sits in your house and sends reports back to the North Pole! Plus, when he flies back after the nightly report ... You will find he's changed position!

In This episode of Shawna and LaLa, Santa's elf Cindy Lou flies into the studio to keep an eye on the girls.  Also the girls talk to Chanda Bell, creator of Elf On The Shelf.  Find out what the future holds for the Elves.   For more visit www.shawnaandlala.com

A favorite holiday tradition at Smart Companies Radio ... enjoy a replay of our Elf on the Shelf episode during the holiday season. Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-author of the holiday phenomenon  “The Elf on the Shelf,” gives us the inside story on how she, her mother and her twin sister turned a cherished family tradition into a best-selling brand that delivers holiday magic to parents and children. Visit the archives to listen to all the shows in the Smart Companies Thinking Bigger lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-author of “The Elf on the Shelf,” shares how she and her twin sister and mother turned a cherished family tradition into an iconic brand that delivers holiday magic. Listen to other entrepreneurial stories in the Smart Companies Thinking Bigger podcast archive.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the most wonderful time of the year! If you're a product-based business, the majority of your sales are going to come in during the fourth quarter. So I'll talk about the importance of working ahead, setting your holiday sales goals, and communicating with your customer during this busy season. And I have an extra special holiday treat for you. The creators of The Elf on the Shelf, Christa Pitts and Chanda Bell, are here to talk about how they turned a sweet little family tradition into a nationally recognized brand. They'll cover everything from those first small steps and decisions made toward starting their business, to tips on how to make your product or experience stand out in the marketplace. We'll also hear from social media expert Amy Porterfield! She has awesome advice on how to choose which social media platforms to invest the most time in for your business. 0:56 How to Maximize your Sales this Christmas and Take Them Into the New Year 10:11 Interview with Christa Pitts and Chanda Bell 38:29 Interview excerpt with Amy Porterfield 48:12 Homework -- Download your free Holiday Survival Guide in the show notes to this episode at BusinessBoutique.com/podcast. If you have a success story you would like to share with the Business Boutique community, email me at podcast@businessboutique.com. New podcast episodes are available every other week.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! If you’re a product-based business, the majority of your sales are going to come in during the fourth quarter. So I’ll talk about the importance of working ahead, setting your holiday sales goals, and communicating with your customer during this busy season. And I have an extra special holiday treat for you. The creators of The Elf on the Shelf, Christa Pitts and Chanda Bell, are here to talk about how they turned a sweet little family tradition into a nationally recognized brand. They’ll cover everything from those first small steps and decisions made toward starting their business, to tips on how to make your product or experience stand out in the marketplace. We’ll also hear from social media expert Amy Porterfield! She has awesome advice on how to choose which social media platforms to invest the most time in for your business. 0:56 How to Maximize your Sales this Christmas and Take Them Into the New Year 10:11 Interview with Christa Pitts and Chanda Bell 38:29 Interview excerpt with Amy Porterfield 48:12 Homework -- Download your free Holiday Survival Guide in the show notes to this episode at BusinessBoutique.com/podcast. If you have a success story you would like to share with the Business Boutique community, email me at podcast@businessboutique.com. New podcast episodes are available every other week.

A favorite holiday tradition at Smart Companies Radio...part of the Christmas season as guest Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-author of the holiday phenomenon  “The Elf on the Shelf,” gives us the inside story on how she, her mother and her twin sister turned a cherished family tradition into a best-selling brand, delivering holiday magic to parents and children across the country. Bell and her mother and sister were named the Georgia Small Business Person of the Year by the Small Business Administration. She and her sister were also named as finalists for the 2010 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year. The company was also recognized in 2010, 2011, and 2012 as one of Inc. magazine’s 500 fastest growing companies. Visit archives to hear more shows hosted by Kelly Scanlon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kick off the Christmas season as guest Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-author of the holiday phenomenon  “The Elf on the Shelf,” gives us the inside story on how she, her mother and her twin sister turned a cherished family tradition into a best-selling brand, delivering holiday magic to parents and children across the country. Bell and her mother and sister were named the Georgia Small Business Person of the Year by the Small Business Administration. She and her sister were also named as finalists for the 2010 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year. The company was also recognized in 2010, 2011, and 2012 as one of Inc. magazine’s 500 fastest growing companies. Visit archives to hear more shows hosted by Kelly Scanlon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kick off the Christmas season as guest Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-author of the holiday phenomenon  “The Elf on the Shelf,” gives us the inside story on how she, her mother and her twin sister turned a cherished family tradition into a best-selling brand, delivering holiday magic to parents and children across the country. Bell and her mother and sister were recently named the Georgia Small Business Person of the Year by the Small Business Administration. She and her sister were also named as finalists for the 2010 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year. The company was also recognized in 2010, 2011, and 2012 as one of Inc. magazine’s 500 fastest growing companies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices