135: From Craft Fairs to 300 Retail Locations: Ava’s Pet Palace’s Story

How does one go from a 6-year-old’s dream to a thriving business with products in over 300 retail locations, including Target?

Well, this dynamic mother-daughter duo can tell you!

In this episode, Candace got to chat with Ava and Ina Dorsey, ⅔ of the team behind Ava’s Pet Palace, the company Ava started when she was just 8 years old!

In this episode, you’ll learn: 

👑 How Ava's Pet Palace grew from 6-year-old Ava’s drawing to a successful pet treat company.

👑 The behind-the-scenes of running a business as a family and how the Dorsey family manages decision making together. 

👑 What it's like to experience overnight viral success and how to handle rapid growth. 

👑 The importance of diversity and representation in the pet industry, and Ava and Ina’s perspectives on being Black entrepreneurs in an industry lacking in diversity.

👑 The future plans for Ava's Pet Palace, including product expansion, crowdfunding, Ava’s post-high school plans, and more! 

As if starting a business at 8 years old isn’t inspiration enough, Ava and Ina's story of persistence, passion, and family support will really inspire you to chase your dreams and make your own unique mark in the pet industry! 

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