Meet Crystal Jordan | Autism Advocate

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

Hi Crystal, every day, we about how much execution matters, but we think ideas matter as well. How did you come up with the idea for your business?

Initially, The coloring book was not conceived as a business idea; I just wanted to create something fun about autism and was unaware that this was a huge market need.

The inspiration came from watching a Tik Tok video about becoming a children’s author. My book was written, but I was having trouble finding an illustrator, and I was working on my coloring book.

A little about me!

My name is Crystal Jordan. I was born and raised in Atlanta, Ga, where I attended Bauder College studying apparel design. Zachariah World was created to create awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder among the people in my community, as well as people all over the world. My son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the age of 2 but there was no discussion in the black community about issues related to special needs.

I am sharing a piece of our life to help others who are afraid or ashamed to talk about theirs. I am an advocate for awareness about Autism and I plan to keep being a voice. I am the owner of Amor Allure; an e-commerce women’s boutique. I created a brand center around my son’s disorder called, “Zachariah’s World,” where children with ASD are not forgotten but embraced.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
It is my drive and passion that keep me busy. I get up every day and work towards my monthly goals for my business. I have an internet show where I go live on Mondays called The Bedroom Talk Show where I interview small businesses. Every day I awaken with a mission and work hard to accomplish and master it.

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?

Boogalou

Atlanta Fish House & Grill

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?
Throughout these past few years, my parents have always played a crucial role in my life. They have guided me through raising my son, and have always been there for me; without their support, I may not have the time to do advocacy work and perform interviews.

Website: www.zacharaihworld.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamcrystaljordan/

Other: www.amorallure.com www.amorallure.com/thebedroomtalkshow

Image Credits
Picture of Zachariah and Mom – Taken by Jessica Cook of Lovely Empress Designs @lovely.empressdesign All Other pictures taken by Crystal Jordan