We were lucky to catch up with Ariana Gray recently and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Ariana, thanks for joining us today. If you’re open to it, can you talk to us about the best (or worst) investment you’ve made. What’s the backstory and the relevant context behind why you made the investment

The best investment I’ve made as a business owner was purchasing my mobile bar. I chose a bar that would stand out amongst other mobile bartenders’ set ups. My bar is on wheels, lights up with different colors and settings, has my business logo on the front and sides, and has a nice sized area to hold liquor and make cocktails. Prior to purchasing my mobile bar, my set up was usually just a table, nothing unique or attracting. I felt the need to scale up in the industry to attract more business, clients, and stand out amongst my peers in the same industry. Since I’ve purchased my bar and advertised via my social media accounts, business has sped up and I have gained new clients from every event I’ve bartended for.

Can you talk to us about how your funded your business?

I put together the initial capital needed to start my business by bartending at a bar and saving the money I made from that job. It took a lot of self discipline to do so. I didn’t need the funds for personal use due to having a full time salary paying career. My goal was to start a business with my part time job funds and that’s what I accomplished.

What’s been the best source of new clients for you?

Word of mouth and social media have been the best sources of new clients for me. My family and friends refer potential clients to me and/or give them my social media tags to see what I have to offer.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @arisliqart
• Facebook: Ariana Gray
• Other: Tik Tok: @arisliqart