BUILDING IN THE HAMPTONS
Q: How has the Hamptons shaped you as a
founder and as a woman: has the pace, clientele,
or setting influenced how you do business?
A: Without question, the Hamptonian network
created my business. I learned that fostering
relationships within both the seasonal and
local communities are critical to any success
out east–a valuable lesson that has served me
well as I look towards other markets.
Q: What are some of the unseen challenges
of running a business in a seasonal, high-
expectation market like the East End?
A: While we stay open year-round, the
seasonality of the East End is always a
challenge. We consistently seek interesting
and new ways to increase engagement in the
off-season. We host events, parties, and I try
to make our more local dwellers feel that we
are a place for them to call home.
Q: What do you think the Hamptons get right
about female entrepreneurship—and what
could it do better?
A: I k now so ma ny a ma zi ng fema le
entrepreneurs out East–and I love the
opportunities that the Hamptons fosters
for us. I would love to see even more women
find entrepreneurial success,though that's
not necessarily only a Hamptons issue, but
a global one.
PERSONAL TEXTURE
Q: What's one ritual, habit, or simple joy that
keeps you grounded amidst all the chaos?
A: I love hosting Shabbat dinners in
Southampton–I try to do at least one or two
per month. Shadowbox Pilates also keeps me
sane. I always hit the sauna aer class, and a
good schvitz can really solve most problems.
Q: Who are the women—in your life or in
culture—who continually inspire you?
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Ambition has so much
more to do with service,
and how to grow with our
team, our business, and
our customer base.
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