004 – Gillie Roberts of Ware on How to Open a Small Retail Shop (and Be Sustainable, Too)
In this episode, we interview Gillie Roberts, founder and owner of Ware – a sustainable lifestyle store located in the heart of Asheville.
May 21, 2019
Gillie, a Brevard native, opened shop less than a year ago after finally realizing her dream of combining her love of art and fashion with her degree in sustainability.
Here’s What You’ll Learn:
- the defining moment when Gillie decided to open a retail front
- the steps she took to raise capital funds, source products, and find the right name for her business
- how Gillie thinks about marketing and community engagement
- advice and tips for practicing sustainability in your own life
We hope you enjoy Gillie’s go-getter attitude and inspiring story.
Show Notes
Check out Gillie’s shop, Ware.
Gillie hosts community events frequently in her shop and is always getting in new eco-friendly products. To stay up-to-date with the latest happenings, follow Ware on Instagram.
Gillie’s Asheville Favorites:
- For their Veggie Burgers: Bhramari Brewing
- Favorite Coffee: High Five Coffee
- Favorite activities to bring visiting friends to: Asheville Tourists Baseball Game and exploring the waterfalls and white squirrels of Brevard
- Who she thinks we should interview next: Coco Villa of Somos by Coco Nuco
Music by Commonwealth Choir.
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