182. From Artisan to Wholesale Maven: The Handmade Journey

n this episode, we sit down with Marlo Miyashiro, a multi-talented artist and entrepreneur with a diverse skill set, including jewelry crafting, teaching, and consulting emerging artists. As the co-owner and managing director of The Handmade Showroom and Bezel & Kiln, two establishments in a downtown Seattle mall, Marlo brings a wealth of experience. Learn from Marlo the significance of self-education in entrepreneurship and gain insights into successfully navigating the intricate landscape of wholesale. Discover how she weathered the pandemic storm and continued to grow her business. We also dive into pricing strategies, invaluable tradeshow tips, and effective inventory management techniques. Whether you’re a fellow artist looking to elevate your craft or an aspiring business owner seeking inspiration, Marlo’s wisdom and expertise offer invaluable guidance. Take advantage of Marlo’s valuable marketing insights and her perspective on the power of accepting help in your journey to success. This episode is a treasure trove of creativity, entrepreneurship, and empowerment—a must-listen for anyone looking to make their mark in art and business. Show Notes: NacheSnow.com/182 Support The Podcast COURSES: Check out my new Skillshare course on Milanote! FREE TEMPLATE: Notion for Entrepreneurs, How I Organize My Life and Business THE WORKBOOK: It’s time to take care of you. Get The Life Cleanse Journal to reevaluate what’s important to you. DIGITAL NOTEBOOKS: I heart Goodnotes. I’ve created some notebooks and planners for you to try out. NEWSLETTER: I send my newsletter out using FloDesk because of their easy-to-use automations.