Do you run or work for a family business? If so, we’d love to hear from you for our family business series. In this series, you’ll find insights, stories and a discussion of the pros and cons of family businesses.

Amethia and India Johnson

Amethia: In my opinion, family and friends play a critical role in any growing business, and Marshmallow Cafe is not exempt. From day one we have been blessed to have a great support system from our loved ones. My husband, Derek, has been one of the biggest blessings. He has been a business owner for over 10 years and guided me through many tough situations and helped me avoid making some mistakes. But, he is just an example of the much needed help we have been provided with. Read more>>

Niki Nichols

Being the CEO of a family business is the most challenging AND rewarding experience I have ever had! It is amazing to know that we have come together so consistently over the last 33 years to deliver stellar results while making a name for ourselves in the industry. Read more>>

Max Gondek

GondekEDC was originally made by myself (Max) and my wife (Lauren) helped teach me how to sew and provided some initial support for design and marketing. It was this way for the first year or two of our business as she had a side business herself. Read more>>

Kenosha Lashae’

We all put our creative minds together, and work as a team. Filling in the gaps upon each other. Putting all creativity in one place. Read more>>