Sarah K.

I spent years working in corporate retail, always dreaming of starting my own sustainable home goods business. I had the industry knowledge and passion for sustainability, but I kept putting off launching because I didn't have a business background.

When I finally decided to take the leap, I quickly became overwhelmed by all the different aspects of starting a business. Marketing, operations, finance, product development—it was too much to figure out on my own.

The Turning Point

I discovered Renaissance Builders through a friend who had successfully launched her consulting business. What immediately resonated with me was their approach to combining knowledge across different disciplines.

I joined the Pathfinder's Blueprint program, and the Renaissance Vision Blueprint module was transformative. Instead of seeing my lack of traditional business education as a weakness, I learned to leverage my unique combination of retail experience and environmental passion as my greatest strength.

The Implementation

The program helped me create systems for every aspect of my business:

• I developed a unique product line that combined aesthetic appeal with genuine sustainability
• I created a marketing strategy that educated consumers about environmental impact
• I built relationships with ethical suppliers using frameworks from the program
• I implemented financial tracking systems that gave me clarity from day one

The community aspect was equally valuable. Being connected with other entrepreneurs across different industries gave me fresh perspectives I never would have considered.

The Results

Within 6 weeks of joining, I launched my online store. To my surprise, I was profitable in the first month. By month three, I had:

• Grown my revenue by 327%
• Established partnerships with 5 complementary brands
• Been featured in two major sustainability publications
• Developed a loyal customer base with a 42% repeat purchase rate

One year later, I've expanded to a physical location, hired three employees, and my business is on track to break $500,000 in annual revenue.

The Renaissance Difference

What makes Renaissance Builders different is their emphasis on cross-disciplinary thinking. They didn't just teach me business basics—they showed me how to combine seemingly unrelated knowledge areas to create something truly innovative.

The systems I built through the program have allowed me to scale without burning out. I now have a business that aligns with my values and provides the lifestyle flexibility I always wanted.