We had the good fortune of connecting with Mary Ray and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Mary, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
Welcome to The Touch Of Joy! Home of quality handpicked, stylish, luxurious, yet affordable fashion accessories.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
I have always had a passion for jewelry, looking great and spending less. Our goal here at Touch Of Joy is to encourage everyone to uniquely and joyfully express themselves through fashion. I’ve always wanted to start a business. After retiring from management after over 30 years of employment, I realized it is never too late to follow your dreams, and Touch of Joy was formed

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I would take them to Piedmont Park for a nice picnic to watch the local talents and just enjoy the outside and the people. I would take them to Tanger Factory Outlet to shop for quality merchandise at affordable prices, Pappadeaux Seafood to get a variety of great food in a peaceful atmosphere and to wrap it all up, Sunday church service at Light Of The World in Stockbridge Georgia.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I would like to thank my family, but especially my daughter who helps with my marketing. I am not only being able to market to my baby boomer generation but to all generations with her help. A special thanks to all that have purchased items from Touch Of Joy. The success of my business wouldn’t be possible without all of those who have purchased from Touch of Joy.

Website: www.wearetouchofjoy.com

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Facebook: @ wearetouchofjoy

Other: Email: wearetouchofjoy@gmail.com

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