The Art of Adaptation: Emily Patrick’s Carolina Flowers Evolution
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From Journalist to Flower Farmer at Carolina Flowers
In today’s BB Podcast episode (No. 123), we’re visiting with Emily Patrick, owner of Carolina Flowers, a florist and flower farm located near Asheville, NC.
Emily’s journey from journalism to flower farming is nothing short of inspiring, and we can’t wait for you to hear her story. She shares the pivotal moment that made her leave journalism to pursue her passion for flowers and how her family background in flower farming influenced her career shift.
The evolution of Carolina Flowers is a testament to the power of following your passion while adapting to challenges with resilience and creativity. If you’re in a moment of business transition, we think you’ll find Emily’s story encouraging.
Join us as we chat about:
- Emily’s journey into flower farming and her approach to business and design
- the challenges and successes she’s faced while starting and running a flower farm
- financial aspects of running a flower business
- the shift in the flower farming industry and demand for flowers in the market
- finding a balance between being a business owner and a designer in the flower farming industry
- the sustainable and regenerative practices she uses in flower farming
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Flower Confidential: The Good, the Bad, and the Beautiful in the Business of Flowers
- The Flower Farmer: An Organic Grower’s Guide to Raising and Selling Cut Flowers
Additional Thoughts
Click here to read Emily’s post-interview thoughts! She continues the conversation about entrepreneurship and the flower business on her blog.
Important Carolina Flowers Links:
TODAY’S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
MADRID FLOWER SCHOOL
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Co-Hosts: Amy McGee (BB + Bloom Trust Co.) & Natalie Gill (Native Poppy)
BB Podcast Sound Engineer: Joel McGee
Music Written & Performed by: Landon McGee
If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy our visit with Rachel Nafis, owner of Psalter Farm Flowers. Click here to listen.
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