The news is filled with stories about successful entrepreneurs that got their start while a teenager. Krimson Black is yet another one of those success stories. Her cafe, The Krimson Kafe, has been in business for 13 years now. She is no longer a teenager, but she is a successfol mom-entrepreneur. Oconee Patch asked her a few questions about her business.
What made you decide to start your own business?
Krimson: I moved out west after graduating from Oconee County High School. After having experienced the west coast for a while I moved back to Oconee. I had no idea what to do when I got back home. I realized that then there were very few options to eat lunch in Oconee. I found myself always going to Athens. From there the idea just grew…
Tell me about your support system –parents, friends, significant other– and a little about the roles they play in your ability to have your own business.
Krimson: When I first opened, it was all friends and family. They were the [support] system! We made all the tables, the bar, tiled the floor, painted, made sandwich names…you name it. I could not have done it with out them. As far as now, the support from my continued loyal customers plays a huge role.
Logo from The Krimson Kafe