3/13/2024 Featured Chik: Christine CoenHave you ever struggled to find the perfect gift for someone? Us too! That's why we are so excited to introduce you to Christine Coen, Owner & Founder of Buttercup Boxed Gifts. Buttercup Boxed Gifts curates beautiful one-of-a-kind gift boxes that you can send directly to your friends and family! Read on to learn more about Christine and her business. ![]() Tell us a bit about your company! What do you do? What is your mission? Buttercup carefully selects unique gift items from brands that we love to create beautiful one of a kind gift boxes. You can select the perfect box for any occasion and we will send it with love. We also love creating custom gift boxes for other women owned small businesses. We can add branding to products & packaging. Our mission is to spread love and kindness. How did you get started with your business? On Valentine's Day of 2020, I got a call from my mother that my father had suddenly collapsed and was rushed by ambulance to the ICU. He had no known health issues and was an active 70 year old man who enjoyed sailing and walking his dog several miles each day. My father spent 48 hours on life support before we had to say goodbye. We were shocked and devastated. While these were the hardest days of my life, I was constantly reminded of the love around me. My girlfriends showed up for me. They watched my children and my dog. They delivered food, flowers, cards, wine, you name it. They checked on me daily. They were and still are the BEST. As we continued to grieve, COVID-19 entered our lives and we all remember how difficult 2020 was. Many of my friends were struggling. They felt isolated and frustrated with homeschooling. It was my turn to send some love back. I began creating and mailing them inspirational cards. I quickly realized how a small gesture like a hand written note to a loved one could make ME feel happier. Buttercup was born! What do you feel is most important for others to know about your business? I'd love for people to know that if they have a friend or family member that is going through something really hard, Buttercup is here to create something special to support them. So often people think of sending a card or a gift but do not have the time or they do not know what to send. ![]() How would you describe your leadership style? I would say I am a Participative Leader. I try to be a good listener, ask for feedback and try to be open to change and new opportunities. When you were growing up, what is your ultimate dream job? If it's this, how does it feel to have met your dream?! If it was something different, how did your dream change over time? I've always loved animals so growing up I wanted to be a Vet. After working as a Vet Tech for a short period of time, I quickly realized it wasn't for me. I was a complete mess the first time a dog had to be put to sleep. I try to spend as much time as I can with animals even through it is not part of my career. Horseback riding, walking my dog and goat hikes are some of my favorite activities. Every business owner faces challenges. How are you empowered to overcome yours? On a hard day, I will look back and think about some of the women that have received support boxes from Buttercup. These are strong women that are going through really hard things like chemotherapy or the loss of a loved one. This reminds me why I started this business and why I will keep going. Tell us (in one word) how you would describe your boss-chik business! LOVE Anything else we should know about you, your business, or just a fun fact?! Getting to witness so many women support one another makes me feel proud. I feel so lucky that I get to see the good in people each day when I write their gift messages of support and encouragement. Where you can find her: Website | Instagram
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Kris
3/21/2024 02:24:04 am
Love seeing Christine and Buttercup Boxes of Love featured Her special eye for curating beautiful boxes to express love, friendship, I’ve got you and good job are amazing. It has been wonderful watching her biz grow and getting recognition like this!
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