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Lady Boss Kristie Bowen
CRYSTAL’S CHAMPIONS
LAWRENCE LADY BOSS KRISTIE BOWEN
Empowered women often have the gift of empowering and inspiring their peers. They go out of their way to be the “yes”, the “you can do it,” and the listening ear when advice is needed. These women build our community up while knowing their own self-worth. Our community becomes great due to these types of women.
Meet the owner of KB & Co, Kristie Bowen.
A collective boutique located at 825 Massachusetts St. in beautiful Downtown Lawrence for the last three years, Kristie’s boutique has been a staple for clothing, gifts, home décor, and more. Fifteen trendy boutiques call KB & Co their home, providing local and small boutique owners the opportunity to have a brick and mortar store without having to commit to a huge space or their own store responsibilities.
It’s a win for everyone from the boutique owner to the customers to Kristie herself, who’s truly following her dream. Kristie’s heart is felt by many in the community, but probably nobody feels it more than her two sons and husband, a KU football coach. To sit and chat with Kristie remains a pleasure, both personally and in a business sense, and the following conversation revealed nuggets about both:
What is your favorite thing about being a lady boss in 2019?
“As a boy mom, I love to show my sons that I can be a Boss Lady and a ‘Boss Mom.’ I also love to be an ‘example’ to anyone wondering if it can be done, showing that strength and confidence in today’s world is doable!”
Who or what inspires you?
“My mom inspires me, as she’s a dreamer and a doer. My aunt Cindy is the exact same way. I’m lucky to have women in my life that taught me to take chances! In addition, the customers at KB inspire me. Everyday someone makes my heart explode in some way that makes me want to keep doing what I do!”
How do you see yourself making our community better?
“I feel so grateful to be a part of my own college town and an amazing Downtown. We support many local organizations and events by donating merchandise and/ or gift cards. We love helping our local organizations grow and prosper. At KB & Co, we also pride ourselves on positivity, respectable representation, and amazing customer care, which I feel is often lacking in today’s world.”
Where do you see your business 5 years from now?
“Time goes fast enough. Our business changes daily and I try my hardest to live in the moment! So, who knows what’s in store for KB & Co. The thing I know for sure is I’m loving the journey!”
What piece of advice would you encourage others with?
Guest Submission by Lawrence Lady Boss Project Founder: Amanda Gregory
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