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.
SME Interview with Kristie Staton, Commander and Chief of Creative Force marketing and branding firm
Interview with Lonnie Von Eric Rice III, Owner and Creator of L’étiquette Noire Luxury Brand
I had the privilege to sit down with Lonnie and discuss with him what has brought him to and through his entrepreneurial journey of creating his own luxury shoe brand, L’étiquette Noire. You can follow the brand on Instagram and learn more on the L’étiquette Noire website!