PCSB Spotlight: Small Business Saturday
Saturday, Nov. 26, is Small Business Saturday in the United States. This day, occurring after Black Friday every year, recognizes small businesses across the country and encourages consumers to support these establishments as the holiday shopping season begins. In honor of Small Business Saturday, the Providence College School of Business celebrates current students and alumni who own and operate small businesses.
Sincerely Sylvia – Sylvia Amefia ’23
Major/minor: Marketing, English
“I am a self-taught makeup artist who strives to make all my clients feel and look like the best version of themselves. I became a makeup artist because finding someone who could work on my skin-tone was nearly impossible. I am a makeup artist for ALL but particularly for those who struggle with finding a diverse Makeup Artist. I take pride in the fact that I can work with all shade ranges and textures. As a makeup artist I enjoy studying people’s faces and seeing what I can do to enhance someone’s natural beauty. To me, makeup is not about creating a new face but rather enhancing one’s own beauty. That’s why I approach every client differently based on their skin color, type, and looks. I am proud to sign off on every face I touch.”
Beantown Ambition – Matt ’23 and John Joyce ’23
Major: Finance
“Beantown Ambition is a Boston-based hat and apparel company created in September 2020 by seniors John and Matt Joyce. We currently sell our products on Instagram but are working on a 24/7 website upon a pending trademark. We started this company shortly after the pandemic began, and it has taught us first-hand about business, commitment, and sacrifice. Beantown Ambition has opened so many doors we never knew to exist, and we hope to grow substantially after graduation!”
Beantown Ambitions has sold over 1,000 hats and a variety of other products including sweatshirts, beanies, collared shirts, and masks to customers worldwide, including Korea, Florida, California, Texas, and more.
MK Your Dream Day – Mary Kate Morrissey ’18
Major/minor: Psychology, Business Studies
“I am the founder of MK Your Dream Day, LLC. We are a New England and Boston wedding planning company helping couples have a stress-free wedding planning experience. I am slowly growing a team of wedding planners to help cater to more events and we are booking weddings as far out as 2024.”
Details and Swirls – Danielle Holleran ’16
Major: Accountancy
“I am the owner and designer behind the hand-lettering business Details and Swirls. I create custom hand-lettered pieces for weddings and home décor. Alongside hand lettered designs, I also provide small business guidance through my weekly podcast, “The Detailed Diary Podcast,” as well as small business mentorship and courses.”
Danielle was named to Forbes Next 1000 2021 and continues to grow Details and Swirls to new heights each year.
