Central MA Up + Comer: Entrepreneur Ivania Nicole
Thursday, December 05, 2013
SW: Can you describe your career?
IN: It’s a lot of fun. It gets very busy and chaotic with a lot of stress at times, but I love every moment of it. I am the founder of the local beauty pageant Miss Central Massachusetts. After a successful inaugural event in 2010, the winner will now participate in the Miss Massachusetts USA pageant. I also created Exclusives boutique, "where music meets fashion", which is re-opening its doors on December 7. In addition, I put on numerous events.
What’s the best thing about your job? Your life?
My life is spontaneous! At any time I can receive a call with a great opportunity and a life changing experience, both for career and personal life achievements.
Can you describe a day in your life?
Well it depends which day it is, but there’s never a dull moment. Its fast, fun, and a lot of hard work. Once you see what you have helped to create, it makes it worth every minute of that hard work!
What is your dream job?
I feel like I’m already blessed and grateful and living my dream job, but I'm not done reaching my life long goals yet.
What is your favorite movie? Why?
I have many favorite movies, but I do love Sex in the City. They showcase four independent, strong, and successful women and it reminds me of my friends since we are all fashionistas!
What music do you listen to?
I listen to everything, but right now I'm in love with Lana Del Rey.
What’s your favorite networking site?
My favorite is Facebook since you can create business pages and promote it through your personal profile.
What do you do away from your career?
Spend time with my family and travel! I love to travel!
Are you involved with the community? If so how?
Yes, I have always been involved in the community by volunteering for numerous charities. I work with Protect Mass Children, UMass Cancer Walk, and Susan G Komen.
Who or what is your biggest influence?
My biggest influence is my mom. She raised me with a strong work ethic. My boyfriend, Jimmy Kang, is such a source of support and he helps me to create my businesses. He is also my partner in both business ventures!
What is a fun fact few people know about you?
My friends say I am an incredible risk taker and I love to live life to the fullest. I live every day like it is my last.
Whats your favorite quote?
"Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'!" —Audrey Hepburn
What do you think creates success?
Personally I think hard work, dedication, passion, and drive is what you need to create success. You need to stay strong and consistent.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Married with children for sure. Someday I would like to create a foundation dedicated to unprivileged children.
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Susan Wagner is the president of Susan Wagner PR. In this challenging economy, she has begun a new division to offer affordable start-up packages to new and emerging small businesses and non-profit organizations that include professional writing services, websites, collateral, marketing, social media, grassroots outreach and PR campaigns.
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