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 wedding photographer, Johanna Dye
Hello Friends,
When you see a photo that was taken by Johanna Dye, you can see the love that she captures and the joy between 2 people on their wedding day. Her love for what she does shines through in every photo she takes. Johanna has such a fun personality and an infectious laugh. She makes you feel welcome the moment she meets you and knows how to make you feel at ease on the busiest day of your life.
I found Johanna before I was ever engaged to my husband on social media but I knew I wanted her to photograph our wedding day. I loved her style and her laid-back attitude but she also knows how to get down to business when the time calls for it. Johanna and I became immediate friends when I met her for our engagement photos and it only grew during my bridal session when we realized we shared similar backgrounds and a big love for Harry Potter.