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EPISODE · Nov 7, 2023 · 44 MIN

Sherrill Mosee’s MinkeeBlue: Transforming a Layoff into a Handbag Entrepreneurship Triumph

from Handbag Designer 101: The Stories Behind Handbag Designers, Brands, and Industry Icons · host Emily Blumenthal

What if a layoff could be the catalyst for an entrepreneurial breakthrough? Meet Sherrill Mosee, a former Lockheed Martin engineer, who transformed her adversity into a stepping stone to success with her innovative venture, MinkeeBlue. Join us as Sherrill shares her enthralling journey from designing a practical handbag for busy moms to starting her very own handbag line.Sherrill's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and resilience. Listen in as she opens up about her challenges in securing two utility patents, crafting her own provisional patent, and the complexities of manufacturing. From overcoming production hurdles to acing her first order from a store on Bleeker Street, Sherrill takes you on her exciting entrepreneurial ride, proving how passion mixed with a dash of obsession is the recipe for success.But that's not all! Sherrill also shares her ingenious funding strategy through Kickstarter, building a supportive community, and leveraging pre-orders to narrate a tale of sustainable production. Her journey is filled with valuable lessons for budding entrepreneurs and handbag enthusiasts alike. So tune in to our episode and learn how this tenacious woman is now convincing corporate bigwigs, like Delta Airlines, to use her products. This is one episode you don't want to miss.Follow Sherrill:https://www.instagram.com/minkeeblue/ Support the showYoutube: / Handbagdesigner101-ihda  | Instagram:/ Handbagdesigner  TikTok: / Handbagdesigner  | Twitter: / Handbagdesigner   

What if a layoff could be the catalyst for an entrepreneurial breakthrough? Meet Sherrill Mosee, a former Lockheed Martin engineer, who transformed her adversity into a stepping stone to success with her innovative venture, MinkeeBlue. Join us as Sherrill shares her enthralling journey from designing a practical handbag for busy moms to starting her very own handbag line. Sherrill's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and resilience. Listen in as she opens up about her challen...

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