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

Hi Laura, what is the most important factor behind your success?
Connecting with people on a personal basis. There are so many stylists in the industry and so there is plenty of competition. I work hard to connect with my clients and other vendors so they know they’re important to me and they can trust me to be authentic in my working relationship with them.

What should our readers know about your business?
Laura J Artistry focuses on connecting with my clients to ensure they feel their most beautiful inside and out. Opening in 2014 it is a boutique salon specializing in cuts and color, bridal and photo shoot hair and makeup services.

Making local and global connections has helped me to keep growing my clientele and community. There are lots of challenges when you are a solo owner however I find that constant learning and passion has helped me get through the cycles over the years.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
There are so many wonderful places to check out here! I would start with some of the fabulous local breweries and restaurants. Then take them into the art district to explore the shops like our local video store Cap City Video Lounge! From there go thrifting at The OtherSide Vintage and check out all of the cool art in that area. After that explore the beautiful parks like Cascades and Wakulla Springs – where The Creature from the Black Lagoon was filmed.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Terri Smith- she is a leader in the area owning several businesses and is a fierce, independent woman boss! She taught me so many things when I was starting up my business and I always value her creativity, trend setting path, and ambition.

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