CAJC Jewelry Creations is another locally run business owned and operated by Catalina Aloi and Jon Caldwell. For this interview, I had the opportunity to do a solo interview with Catalina. CAJC makes unique as well as custom Jewelry.
Our interview went as follows:
Q: When did you start making jewelry?
A: I have been making jewelry for years.
Q: How long has this been a money making venture for you beyond being just a hobby?
A: Since I joined the L.I.T.E. program.
Q: When did you join the L.I.T.E. program?
A: Almost a year.
Q: To what degree has L.I.T.E. helped make your business more profitable?
A: L.I.T.E. has helped set up sales event and help make my products known to the public.
Q: How long would you like to continue this business?
A: Forever
Q: What kind of competition do you see as your business gains popularity?
A: Any jewelry business that creates unique wearable art.
Q: How is your business doing thus far?
A: WONDERFUL!
Q: What challenges have you faced as an entrepreneur?
A: Keeping everything organized.
Q: How has the experience of running your own enterprise affected you?
A: It has made me happy doing what I enjoy and also given me more confidence
in presenting to the public.
Q: What independence have you gained as a result of your enterprise?
A: Being able to do what I enjoy.
Q: Do you have a place where you can be reached and/or take orders?
A: Yes I have a website that accepts orders through paypal at cajcjewelry.com