03/15/10
This month Women magazine visits Green Bay's Broadway for its Women Who Inspire feature. The business district has a distinct style and the business owners and employees on this street create its popular appeal. Here's what Mary White of Vita Rawstaurant and Body 360 had to say: Why did you choose Broadway? First and foremost, for me, the reason for undertaking the opening of a business was divine inspiration. I credit God with everything Body 360 and Vita have accomplished. I am only the messenger. What do you enjoy about being a business owner? I enjoy being a business owner because I do not have to answer to anyone but myself. I can be as creative as I want and dictate my own schedule. What advice do you have for women interested in business ownership? Trust your instincts. Women are gifted with this wonderful trait but often do not listen to it. Mary White Gina Nytes, Kaukauna branch manager for Citizens Bank, brings us this week's financial tip: Before you tie the knot, it’s important to discuss your finances with your significant other. Here are some tips to help you and your significant other start your new life off on the right foot: 03/12/10
This month Women magazine visits Green Bay's Broadway for its Women Who Inspire feature. The business district has a distinct style because of the business owners and employees on this street who give it creative appeal. Here's what Jan Oettinger of Cup O Joy had to say: What do you like about being on Broadway? The Cup O Joy has been on Broadway for 20 years now, so we've benefited from the “new life” that has come to the Broadway District. What have you been doing to make it in this economy? Cup O Joy is a perfect fit for people struggling with the poor economy because we do not charge admission for our shows. Who would you love to see walk into your business? I'm always surprised by who shows up for the shows. Jan Oettinger, manager/coordinator 03/11/10
Women magazine visits Green Bay's Broadway this month for its Women Who Inspire feature. The business owners and employees on this street give the business district a distinct appeal. Here's what Jeri Olm of Yikes! Salon had to say: What made you choose Broadway as the location for your business? I've always been drawn to older sections of cities because of their character and energy. Broadway seemed like a perfect mix of interesting people and businesses. What do you like about being on Broadway? We all work as a team in order to make our events a success. The friendships and camaraderie are an essential part of everything that we do. What do you enjoy about being a business owner? It is constantly changing and evolving. The challenge of keeping the business current is extremely satisfying. What have you been doing to make it in this economy? Our business has actually grown in spite of the difficult economy. I believe that hiring a superior team is the key to success. If you could change one thing about your job, what would it be? I wouldn't change a thing, as the opportunity to help people look and feel better about themselves is extremely satisfying. What made you decide to become a business owner? It seemed like a very natural thing as my family owned and ran many businesses. 03/10/10
Women magazine visits Green Bay's Broadway this month for its Women Who Inspire feature. The business owners and employees on this street give the business district its distinctive style. Here's what Sandi Walch of M&I Bank downtown had to say: What do you like about being on Broadway? The economic redevelopment of the downtown area is very exciting. I also like the fact that I am downtown and not in a mall, and the partnership of the business owners working together. What made you choose Broadway? My banking career started in the ‘70s in downtown Green Bay. I worked at many Green Bay area branch locations and in 2004 took the opportunity to come back downtown. What advice do you have for women looking into business ownership? You need a passion for what you are doing, but that is not enough to survive. What have you been doing to make it in this economy? I have had to cut back on my spending habits just like everyone else. |