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

Hi Carly, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
I am Carly Martin, owner of Gold + Mauve Candles, the Host of an Atlanta base podcast, “Cocktails with Carly and Toks Ogun” and a woman in technology, with focus in Corporate Relationship Consulting and Business Development. I was born and raised in Los Angeles California but has since created deep roots in the beautiful city I call home, Atlanta Georgia! The most important factor behind my success in business and brand is exclusively based on my core values, living with purpose, operating with intention.

It is important to own your purpose because it is the foundation of your power. Being able to cultivate a relationship that aids in transforming someone’s business is power. Or even with my candle line, Gold + Mauve; creating an amazing product that positively changes a person’s mood for the better is strength. My podcast even welcomes a community of listeners and guests that share like interest, and we discuss multifaceted relationships- that’s influence.
Being the 1st born of Legendary Hall of Famer, Grand Master Carl R. Scott, I learned at an early age about discipline, compassion. I am thankful to have had a great parent’s that taught me the importance of work ethic, self-love, community and humility.

I use both my social and product awareness to promote individual/ shared consciousness, and the desire to foster constructive progression within our community. Control your narrative, encourage personal awareness and live your absolute best life- on your terms!

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?

I am a digital creator, woman in technology and an inventor of candles. My art is about positively changing lives, whether it’s curating handmade candles, helping an organization build their business or promoting awareness on my Podcast. It’s about achieving my goal of purpose and fulfillment.

Of course, trying to figure out how to reach a level of success wasn’t easy. I had a lot of moments of doubt and fear. In effort to overcome these obstacles, I leaned heavily on becoming spiritually grounded, focused on intention and was purposeful of my social involvement. This helped shape my motivation and I never looked back.

When people view my brand, I want them to see elements of being bold, eccentric, harmonic and intriguing. Cocktails with Carly, Gold and Mauve and Carly as a professional is a woman of intention, lover of people and is ultimately a respectful textured woman in pursuit of living her best happiness most fulfilled life while spreading evolution.

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?
If I had a friend visiting the beautiful city of Atlanta… I would certainly craft up a nice itinerary full of vibes and fun!

If they’re coming in on a Wednesday, I’d definitely have them slip on something grown and sexy and pop over to The Social House for maybe some jazz and crafted cocktails paired with a lovely vibe and ambience!

Thursday would be all about unsectioned at the James Room. It’s a nice exclusive atmosphere, good conversation and a nice mix of people.
Happy Hour on Friday’s are really cool in the Iman Park/ Old Fourth Ward area. Perhaps towards the evening, dinner at Chops in Buckhead is a vibe followed up with cocktails at the St Regis!

Saturday is all about discovering historic Atlanta- maybe even taking a tour. And of course, lunch on the beltline at Buena Vida Tapas and fresh cocktails until sunset.

Sunday Funday – BRUNCH anywhere!!!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would like to recommend, donovan.lamar@gmail.com, he is a great friend and celebrity makeup artist. Thank you

Website: goldandmauve.com @goldandmauve.com

Instagram: @cocktailswithcarly_ @cwcto1

Youtube: cocktails with carly and toks ogun

Image Credits
Edward Carter @visionrenaissancephotography

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