Fresh, Healthy, Tasty - VegBox Restaurant

Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Roberta Lowe, Owner of VegBox Restaurant, located in Baltimore, MD, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

I'm a trained chef who has a vegan restaurant in Baltimore, and I also consult with other restaurant owners and chefs to create scrumptious vegan dishes to diversify their menus. My customers are individuals who are looking for scrumptious vegan meal options for themselves or to share with others.

Tell us about yourself

I always knew I wanted to be a business owner since I was eight years old. I also knew I wanted to go into the restaurant business to help create appetizing dishes that are healthy. I have worked in the restaurant industry for over 17 years now. I have my own restaurant, and I also consult to help other entrepreneurs open their restaurants. Every day I'm motivated by the old and new customers that come to my restaurant and have a phenomenal experience.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

As a business owner, there are many accomplishments that make you proud. When each one happens at that moment, it's your biggest accomplishment. If I had to narrow it down, I would say partnering with the local community to create meals for the less fortunate or elderly will also be at the top of my list.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

Being a business owner is a task that has its ups and downs and whirlwinds, sometimes on the same day. However, it is very rewarding to know you are making a difference in people's lives through the services of your business. If I had to single out one hard thing that comes up as a business owner, it would be managing your own emotions. As a business owner, you hear stories that break your heart, and in turn, you want to give that person everything; however, you can not lead off that emotion, so you must think of more effective ways to help them in the long term.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

1. Two are better than one! Team up to help grow your business.
2. Make data-driven business decisions. Gut feelings are a good way to bring awareness to a business move but try to always follow that gut feeling up with clean, clear, and organized data.
3. Be prepared. Opportunities always are coming your way, so make sure you prepare yourself for them so you can act quickly once they are presented.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website:
https://robertaalowe.com/
https://vegboxmd.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vegboxmd
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vegboxmd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vegboxmd/

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