Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in food and beverage but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Penny Edwards, Manager and Co-Owner of Cellar Door Wines, located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

We sell fine wine from all over the world to trade and retail customers.

Tell us about yourself

I am a WSET diploma graduate with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality and wine retail business. Every day is different for me. That's what I like about running a growing business. There is never a dull moment when dealing with staff, customers, and wine suppliers.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Opening our second store in 2022 and getting our recurring wine subscription up and running online.

What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?

Recruiting the right people!

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Find the right team to work with you.
  2. Find time for family and friends. There's always tomorrow to finish a task.
  3. If you have expertise in a subject - shout about it.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.cellardoorwines.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cellar_door_wines/
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cellardoorherts
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cellar-door-a1442a235/


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