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The Women of
Blessons Boutique
910 Washington Ave., Ocean Springs, MS 228.215.3115 • www.blessonsboutique.com
Bridgette Beaugez- Forbes
Kendyl Williams
Brittney Bennett
Melanie Peters, owner
Michelle Moody
Kathryn Deluca
About Me: My greatest business strengths are the people
I work with, the wonderful customers who honor us with their business and the unique and affordable product lines we offer.
In ve years I would like my business to be coast to coast.
The best advice I’ve ever received is that sales is truly just great service. If we can help a customer identify a want or a need and then we can solve that need with a product that the customer loves, we will be remembered.
I chose this particular business because after 30 years in banking I wanted to do something more creative.
My inspiration comes from God rst and foremost. At a more local level, I am greatly inspired by the other business owners who make our downtown area so special.
About Me: My greatest business strengths are creating an environment people enjoy being in, providing excellent customer service and building a loyal customer base.
The best advice I’ve ever received is “ you can’t sell from an empty store,” so we pack it chock full!!
I chose this particular business because it is a wonderful creative outlet. I have the honor of selecting art from wonderful artists that make up the gallery portion of the store and my ance, Jarrett Potter selects the antiques which makes it the most unique shop of it’s kind on the Gulf coast.
Marta Williams
Coastal Magpie
918 Washington Ave., Ocean Springs, MS 228.215.1815 www.coastalmagpie.com
Fallon Ramage Josef
Fort Bayou Wine & Spirits
1699 Bienville Blvd., Ocean Springs, MS 228.875.2509
Fallon’s Gourmet
2308 25th Ave, Gulfport, MS 228.575.5090 www.fallonsgourmet.com
About Me: Fallon’s goal is to provide home-cooked meals for those who are to busy to cook. We’re a family owned & operated business offering lunch, catering and meals to go. Our delicious recipes are unique, tasty options for any event. Whether it’s a family gathering, business luncheon, tailgating event or you simply want to send a dish to someone in need, we’ve got you covered. We offer appetizers, casseroles, classic sides, sandwiches, salads and desserts.
Words of Wisdom to Other Women: Remember the original objectives you had when you began your business and never let well-meaning advice from others question your goals.
Tools of the Trade: Keeping an eye on trends in my industry and continuing education — you’ll never know it all; there’s always more to learn.
A Sample of My Projects: American Heart Association’s Art for Heart; Taste of Ocean Springs; Walter Anderson Museum of Art fundraisers; Ohr-O’Keefe Museum fundraisers.
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JoAnn Wheeler