Momtrepreneur
Hi everyone, wanted to share a link - did this 'email' interview.... used Carmen's lovely photo too x
Tell us a bit about YOU and your family (where you are based, single / married, number of kids, etc)
We are based in Kommetjie, my partner (Ryan) and I work together and our children, (Indi-Gianna-4yrs and Finn-Paolo – 2yrs) are a very big part of our inspiration in the work we do. We love walks on the beach with our 2 retriever pup, pizzas and movies, swimming in the pool and just to be.
What is the name of your company and when did you start your business?
Wooden Elements (www.woodenelements.co.za) which we started 1,5yrs ago and we’ve just recently launched another product, Indi Surfa (www.indisurfa.com)
What inspired you to start your own business?
I trained as a Montessori directress, when I was teaching I found I had no more energy for my own children after teaching all morning. My partner is a carpenter and has specialized in timber frame homes and a lot of custom work. I was always asking him to make us treehouses, and cupboards (for our kids so they could dress themselves) and chairs and table. I really did not want the plastic furniture and toys as I know when kids are surrounded by beauty and quality they inherently learn to appreciate it.
READ THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE:
http://www.momtrepreneur.co.za/justine-bertoldi-wooden-elements/
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