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Yvette Cannata, Owner
For some women shoes are a fashion statement, but for Yvette Cannata designer comfort footwear and accessories are her solemates.
Before Cannata was the owner of J Laurie Shoe Boutique on Washington Avenue in Ocean Springs, she managed and worked in a myriad of boutiques all around the country. “I decided to pursue my degree in fashion and marketing,” Cannata said. “Owning a beautiful shoe boutique is a dream come true.”
She feels she realized her calling when she understood she could help women find their own personal style and fashion that’s also easy and comfortable. “Shoes can be a fashion statement as well,” she said. “Having a great shoe that gives them comfort and allows them to enjoy looking and feeling their best is the best of both worlds.”
She offered a little advice to her fellow entrepreneurs with a passion for owning a business. “Don’t give up on your dreams,” she said. “Determination and setting
goals for yourself will allow you to take the steps you need to move forward and pursue your endeavors.”
628 Washington Ave., Ocean Springs 228.243.5408 | Facebook @JLaurieShoes
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Beth Wilson
Owner/Operator
As Owner/Operator of Alpha-Lit, one of the most rewarding aspects of Beth Wilson’s work is the opportunity to meet people and be a part of their celebrations. “Whether it’s a wedding, a milestone birthday, a corporate event, or any special occasion, being involved in these significant moments is truly fulfilling,” she says.
The driving force behind her career and her greatest inspiration are her children. “Their presence in my life has been the primary motivator for everything I do and has shaped my approach to my work,” Wilson says. “From the moment they entered my life, my children have given me a profound sense of purpose.”
One of the most impactful moments in her career was winning the One Coast Award as a Top 10 Leader of the Gulf Coast.
Outside of operating Alpha-Lit, Wilson is employed by the Gulfport School District as their public relations coordinator and career pathways specialist. She has been in education for over 20 years.
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