Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in food and beverage but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Daniel Quinones, founder of Front Page Retail, located in Miami Beach, FL, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Front Page Retail offers merchandising and demo services to Food and Bev brands in retail stores. We make sure they are not only looking great but thriving with the best of spots around stores day in and day out.
Tell us about yourself
I started my business because I was interviewing for CPG brands did not see me further than a sales representative in stores for them. I wanted to grow my career in sales, but it was a battle to make the jump into a more advanced sales role. In May 2020, in the middle of the pandemic, I landed a job with Topo Chico, one of Coca-Cola's thriving brands. I realized that I had what it takes to grow smaller brands and make them stand out in retail. I always wanted to become an entrepreneur, and it was a great moment to try something new. I get motivated when my brands see the impact that we create for them in retail, and their sales are growing week over week.
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
Thriving in very uncertain times and with new challenges coming up every day. I don't know if before the pandemic entrepreneurs experienced as much noise as they are these days with so many challenges out of our control, but it makes me think that if these are some of the worst things I will experience, I can't wait to better days.
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Uncertainty of building something that can't be done by yourself only. My business covers an extensive geographical area, and it's very challenging to get people who are as committed as you are, especially these days.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Start small. Don't overpay contractors or employees. Get people who can grow with you if you can. Don't be afraid of trying things, even if it's for just one time.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://frontpageretail.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dquinones/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dqfpr/
If you like what you've read here and have your own story as a solopreneur that you'd like to share, then email community@subkit.com; we'd love to feature your journey on these pages.
Feel inspired to start, run or grow your own subscription business? Check out subkit.com and learn how you can turn "one day" into day one.