Inspired by the eye-catching array of candies often displayed at wedding receptions and similar celebrations, Sam decided this could be turned into a commercial opportunity. So she set up South Coast Sweet Cart.
She persuaded her partner, a carpenter, to make an attractive cart complete with striped awning, and set about promoting her service locally. The business is very new, but Sam was excited to receive bookings in her first week of trading. She’s targeting a wide range of functions including christenings, school fetes, fundraisers, hen parties and corporate events.
Sam is a great example of an entrepreneur who comes from a normal background. She has a diploma in Early Childhood Education and worked in a nursery for a couple of years before spending time in Canada as a nanny. Since then, she’s been involved in charity fundraising, event organising and marketing.
Her advice to others considering going into business is: “Be realistic about the amount of tasks and the time you will need to start.” She’s had the benefit of supportive friends and family, for which she is extremely grateful.
You can book Sam's sweet cart, or simply find out more, by visiting the South Coast Sweet Cart website.
