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

Hi Courtney, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
After finishing my undergraduate degree in 2017, I moved to a new city in hopes of finding my dream job in a PR or communications-related field. I received rejection from several companies. I quickly faced post-grad blues and almost gave in the towel and moved back home. As a recent college graduate and jumping into the professional world, I had many complacencies. It was difficult to land my first position or job due to a lack of experience in communications. However, I could not; being exposed to entrepreneurship since the age of 22 and starting a boutique from my college apartment. So, I created my own experience to add to my resume and birthed Cache Public Relations, now known as The Cache Agency; now, I employ recent alumni from my college and looking to expand and help other women in the same predicament.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
At Cache Agency, we are a team of creatives obsessed with social media, branding, and marketing. Our goal is to maximize the connectivity of your brand by providing you with top-notch service and creation across all social channels. We develop long-term strategies focused on growth and scale to create a meaningful impact for our clients and partners.

We’d love to hear what sets you apart from others, what you are most proud of or excited about
 What sets my Agency apart is execution and strategy. I juggle being a new mom, still working a 9-5 in Non-Profit, and running this Agency; when we relaunched in Feb of 2021, I set a goal for us to make 10Kin six months, something small for our two-person team to work towards and accomplish 10.4K in 6 1/2 months. I am so proud because now I know that we can do anything if we work hard.

What are the lessons you’ve learned along the way- 
Creating systems for your online business is the key to success! Systems allow those around you to work more efficiently and effectively with less stress. I enjoy helping my clients create this streamlined experience for their customers, vendors, and organization – always ensuring their processes are efficient, scalable, secure, and sustainable.


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?
Charlotte is always a great time, you can really find whatever vibe you’re looking for. I ran out of ideas **

Monday – A Pampered affair

Brunch / Lunch @RH
Pedicures @ Cachet on Southend
Quick mall run at Neimans @southpark Mall
Spa day at the @grandboheim hotel
Drinks and apps at the Buho Bar @grandbohiemhotal

Tuesday
Brunch @rubysunshine
Bike Rental near Romare Bearden Park to explore uptown charlotte
Quick ice cream stop at @popbar
Then oysters for Dinner @carolineoysterbar

Wednesday
Brunch at Tupleo Honey uptown
Take a ride on the trolley pub to explore uptown and day drink
Head to @captureclt (selife museum (black owned ) to take some cute flicks for the gram
Then head to Horacehottefried for a quick bite to eat
End the night at Novelty house clt for a skyline view and drinks

Thursday
Brunch at La bon Bistro
Quick tour of the mint museum
Game of put put at @putteryoffical
Quick trip to Concord mills for some shopping
Tacos @cabofishtacos

Friday
Brunch @Snooze
Tour around Noda , take photos and explore small shops .
Mizu rooftop restaurant for lunch

Saturday
Catch a vide Red’s @28th for hookah
Cloudbar that night with a section

On Sunday , WE BRUNCH
@elderlypark

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I have been inspired since an adolescent. Growing up, I got a chance to see women in entrepreneurship. There were mentors around me, from family friends who owned local beauty salons to taking internships with a woman-owned bridal shop. So, I thank my village and all the successful people that molded me into who I am today. Conway SC raised me.
I always had this fire inside, but it did not truly spark until my son was born; he is the light of my world, and now I have a great purpose. I am creating generational wealth. I did not come from a wealthy family, but one will come from me.

Website: www.thecacheagency.net

Instagram: @Courtneysaks / @thecacheagency

Youtube: Courtney Saks

Image Credits
@chrisaaronphotography for all

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