Today in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know the amazing Paul Ocepek, who runs his handmade business Modern Moose from a bustling workshop in Wrentham, Massachusetts. Welcome, Paul! LB: What inspired you to take your leap as an entrepreneur? Paul: Probably age. It may sound like an overly simplistic answer, but we…
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Meet the Maker – Leela Hoehn Robinson of Native Bear
This week in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know Atlanta-based maker Leela Hoehn Robinson, who produces a line of paper goods, home decor, and seasonal accessories called Native Bear. Welcome, Leela! LBC: What inspired you to take your leap as an entrepreneur? Leela: In 2011 I was very inspired by the growing maker movement that…
Meet the Maker – Megan Close of The Lovely Wall Co.
This week in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know Megan Close of The Lovely Wall Co., a line of quirky wall decals and removable designer wallpaper made with love in Oklahoma City. Welcome, Megan! LBC: What inspired you to take your leap as an entrepreneur? Megan: The Lovely wall…
Meet the Maker – Nicole O’Brien of Unique Pl8z
This week in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know Nicole, the creative genius behind the uniquely creative brand Unique Pl8z! LBC: What inspired you to take the leap as an entrepreneur? Nicole: I have always loved the idea of owning my own business. My first business was actually a children’s consignment store in Poquoson, Virginia.…
Meet the Maker – Laura of Wild and Free Designs
This week in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know Laura Maxcy, who is the creative force and hand lettering artist behind Wild and Free Designs. LBC: What inspired you to take the leap as an entrepreneur? Laura: I have a degree in graphic design but I wasn’t finding design jobs in…