Tammy Fletcher, The Southern Kind

From a very young age, Tammy Fletcher learned that life requires grit.  She and her family grew up in a small cabin in the mountains with very few modern luxuries.  Those early years taught her how to be resourceful and how to deal with adversity.  Her hard work and determination, combined with her strong faith, have opened many doors for her.  She managed to work her way into a promising career in digital marketing and advertising.  She did well and continued to grow within the business. Unfortunately, when COVID hit in 2020, many businesses were negatively impacted.  The company was forced to downsize and after 20 years, she was let go from her post.  It was a devastating blow.  In addition to losing her job, she and her family were attempting to deal with, and pay for, a medical crisis that almost took her daughter’s life.  She knew she had to do something, fast.  One of Tammy’s many gifts is her creativity.  She began making Christmas wreaths and decorations for friends and family and eventually was convinced to participate in a local trade show.  The show went well, so she found another shortly after.  It was at that second show when she was approached by the vendor coordinator to inform her that they were starting a permanent market and asked would she be interested in signing a contract as a permanent vendor.  It was an open door and a golden opportunity.  Tammy signed the contract that weekend and cashed in her savings to start her new business, The Southern Kind.  It has been very successful, and she has enjoyed the process along the way.  Business has done so well that she is now preparing to open a second store.  This episode is inspiring, and Tammy is one tough chick.  She has endured much in her life, but she manages to exhibit love and kindness and has the spirit of Joy as her strength.  People love to stop by the store just to chat with her and we are sure you will love this chat as well.  Stop by Yorkville Marketplace in York, South Carolina and see Tammy and shop the local vendors.  Enjoy the show! Like - Rate - Review

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