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Hello, I'm
VEL
Jones!
Vel Jones-TodaysLeadingWomen.comVEL Jones, is the founder of
VULGAR CITIZEN, an innovative clothing boutique, that redefines vulgarity
and its power in fashion. As a brand, Vulgar Citizen cater to the
outrageous in all of us and encourage people to own their vulgarity, not
just in their wardrobes but also in their lives.
Vel is a NYU grad who moved to LA originally to pursue a career in film
production, but when it did not happen with this choice, she eventually
pursued to fashion industry. As a result, her clothing and accessories
boutique VULGAR CITIZEN was born.
Biz Resource: Odesk.com
Biz Book: Inc. Magazine, Forbes, Success Magazine
Superhero: "my mom"
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Hello
Biggest Challenges...
1. Building a company with a small budget.
2. Overcoming the steep learning curve involved in building a
company.
Top 3 Business Advice/Tips:
1. Do all the research that you can possibly do.
2. Ask a lot of questions and ask for help.
3. Do other things that invigorates you and make you a better business
owner and a better person.
How?
Tips for maintaining Work-Life Balance:
1. Make time to take care of yourself first - workout and eat healthy.
2. Have a support system around you.
3. Make time for your family and friends.
"Success is seeing people wear my creations and
be happy with them."
Defining Moment
Have always wanted to have
my own business, and when
I didn't make it to the film
industry, thought I'd follow my
passion for fashion.
Compelling Vision
To create a style that makes
people comfortable about
themselves yet allows them to
be outrageously confident.
Personal Qualities
1. Natural researcher
2. Inquisitiveness
3. Creativity
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Why?
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