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- What is your name?
- Grace Little
- Are you currently heading a woman-owned business?
- Yes
- If you are in business, what is the name of your business?
- Graceful Baskets
- Where did you get your idea for your business or the business you'd like to start?
- My enjoyment in designing gift baskets and desire to take it to the next level.
- Where is (will) your business located? (City and State)
- Spokane Washington
- If you already have a website, what is the address for your business?
- http://www.gracefulbaskets.com
- How long have you been in business? (Or when do you plan to open?)
- 2 yrs
- How many employees do you have, if any?
- 1-5
- What is your annual revenue?
- $1K-$10K
- Describe your product or service, or the product you plan to introduce to the market.
- Gourmet Gift Baskets/Boxes for any occasion. Themed baskets/boxes for Breast Cancer Survivors, "Welcome New Resident" for Retirement Communities, Spokane, and more! Local Delivery and shipping nationwide!
- How did you (or plan to) fund your business startup?
- Credit cards, personal savings
- What was (is) the biggest hurdle in getting your business off the ground?
- Working a part-time job while launching my new business has been my biggest challenge.
- What would you advise other women interested in starting a similar business?
- Have a planned schedule that you adhere to, allowing yourself some flexibility. Do your research first!
- What has been your biggest mistake?
- I didn't know enough about websites before I launched into having one developed. I wish I would have spent more time researching this area. I also did not develop my "niche" market soon enough. I am still working on that.
- What has been your smartest move?
- Joining the Spokane Chapter of NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) the Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce and BNI. These associations have helped me in my networking efforts and I have found much support and encouragement from the other members.
- Are you willing to answer questions from other women business owners about your business?
- Yes
- What is your email address?
- grace@gracefulbaskets.com
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This seems to be a great venue for your basket bus.............
Patty
Sandy
Nicole :-)
I would like to invite you to my network of friends and professionals. I own and operate a specialty gift shop in Myrtle Creek, Oregon. I am interested in networking with other professional women.
Patricia Twitchell
The Teddy Bear Lady of Myrtle Creek
www.justbearsandstuff.com
I love the combinations you have created in your gift boxes - especially the ones that combine tea, chocolate, warm socks and a book or journal!! Everything I could want! I will be ordering them for friends (and myself?) as well as recommending your service to others. Good Luck! Liz