Sweet Success: From Banking to Bonbons with Kelly Lindsay

Episode 1: Sweet Success: From Banking to Bonbons with Kelly Lindsay

Episode Duration: 45 minutes

Kelly Lindsay shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from a 20-year banking career to founding Corner Store Candy Co., a charming sweet shop in downtown Stratford, Ontario, Canada.

Corner Store Candy Co

https://cornerstorecandy.co/

27 York St., Stratford ON Canada

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Episode Highlights:

• The leap from corporate banking to entrepreneurship
• Turning a lifelong dream of owning a candy store into reality
• Building successful collaborations with local businesses
• Managing rapid business growth as a solo entrepreneur
• Behind the scenes look at running a specialty retail store
• The challenges and rewards of being a hands-on business owner

About Our Guest:

Kelly Lindsay is the founder of Corner Store Candy Co., a unique sweet shop in downtown Stratford, Ontario, Canada. After dedicating over two decades to the banking industry, Kelly combined her business acumen with her passion for confectionery to create a welcoming space that offers carefully curated, high-quality sweets. Her shop has become known not just for its delicious treats, but for creating joyful experiences for both locals and visitors.

Key Takeaways:

• How to successfully transition from corporate career to small business ownership
• The importance of building local business relationships
• Strategies for managing rapid growth as a solo entrepreneur
• Creating experiences beyond just product sales
• Balancing business operations with customer experience

Resources for Entrepreneurs:

Stratford Perth Centre for Business
Website: https://www.stratfordperthbusiness.ca/
Email: info@stratfordperthbusiness.ca
Book a Free Consultation: https://airtable.com/app2gRqysORdgAAlp/shrN489caaX9MAifL

The Centre offers complimentary consultation and resources for new and established small businesses, including:

• Business start-up services
• Strategic planning
• Digital marketing strategies
• Educational workshops and events

Presented in partnership with the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)