For my Subject Matter Expert interview I had the pleasure of speaking with Waverly Jones, one of the owners and founders of Empyrean Arts in downtown Asheville. Waverly has a long and eclectic history in the world of circus arts and I loved having the opportunity to pick her brain on the topic of being a studio owner and the strategies she’s used through hard times and good to ensure the success of Empyrean Arts.
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ENT 640 Interview with Kaelin Ellithorpe, Owner of K&R Services in Cullowhee, NC
In this interview, Kaelin Ellithorpe, owner and operator of K&R Services, shares what it means to build a purpose-driven business that doesn’t chase endless growth. He discusses why he chose to stay intentionally small, the advantages of running a lean operation, and how diversifying has helped his company stay resilient. Whether you are starting a business or rethinking your definition of success, this conversation offers practical insight and inspiration.
