Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Laura Ashley Todd. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Alright, Laura Ashley thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Let’s jump to the end – what do you want to be remembered for?

The legacy I want to build is one of charity and giving back to the community that has supported me. For 2024, I have been selected as one of the ten Visionary of the Year candidates for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. My goal is to raise $250,000 for local patient support through various fundraising events.

Those closest to me will say that I was a helper in this world despite challenges. We may not be able to control our circumstances but we can choose to treat others with kindness.

I hope to be remembered as being a hard working, creative individual who thought about others and strived to be a part of the greater good. My long term goal is to create a 501c3 nonprofit called the Giving Kitchen.

The Giving Kitchen is intended to support local charities by providing non profit catering services for fundraisers and charity galas. I found that many charities were spending large amounts of their budgets on catering for their events rather than allocating that money to those in need. The Giving Kitchen will support established non profit organizations that already have the mission of giving.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

Laura Ashley Catering is a fully licensed and insured gourmet catering company. Laura Ashley Catering offers gourmet food, craft cocktails, stylish event furniture, fabric table cloths, professional wait staff, and bartenders. We are a female-owned and operated boutique business with a focus on attention to detail, great communication, and unparalleled organization for your special event. Laura Ashley Catering helps clients celebrate weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, corporate, and charity events. We strive to offer our clients a full service, hassle free, and fun planning experience. “Everytime I go to work it’s a party!” – Chef Laura Ashley

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

Befriend your competition because they can relate to your business experience. Entrepreneurs don’t have many coworkers so by establishing a network with your “competetors” you create a cohesive and more creative work environment. Don’t let your ego hold you back from forming relationships with those who understand what you’re going through the most.

How did you put together the initial capital you needed to start your business?

You don’t have to be a luxury brand right out of the gate. Start small and don’t go into debt before you know for sure that you love it. Stay off social media and focus on being in competition with yourself.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://lacaterspalmbeach.com/
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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraAshleyCatering/
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