Nawbo Southeastern Virginia

Marion Edwards-Shakir
Personal Shopping Consultant, Trinity Enterprises.

 

Member since: I joined in December 2009

Thank you for being an active member and advocate for women business owners. Can you tell our readers why you are so passionate about the organization? NAWBO is an organization with an unparalleled vision for women in business. I appreciate the forum, the opportunities for interaction, networking and the special events that provide a fresh prospective for our ideas.

Based on your experience, what do you see as the most important thing a member or corporate partner can do to grow with NAWBO SEVA? Networking is key. We can all benefit from the knowledge and experiences of our peers. Our willingness to share, mentor and instruct will assist in our growth as members and entrepreneurs.

Can you describe the key business services and solutions you provide?Trinity Enterprises offfers high quality fashion accessories, which include unique Cape Sweaters, Pashmina shawls, Cashmay Wraps and more. Many of the items are handcrafted. As a former New Yorker, it is my pleasure to introduce New York flare to Hampton Roads.

In a few sentences, what makes your services unique? I can provide personal service to my clients on an individual basis. I have found that my customers appreciate my ability to discern their preferences and choose items that are suitable and enhance their wardrobe.

Which city in Hampton Roads do you call home? Norfolk

What do you like to do when you're not working? I enjoy mentoring young teenaged girls, participating in several church organizations and spending time with my family.

The last really great book you read that you'd like to recommend to NAWBO SEVA members and partners? The book I read most often is the bible. It's the best book I can think of.

Someone you admire and why? I admire my mother. She is 87 years old, still healthy and independent. She has always encouraged me to put God first, believe in myself and give my best to everything I undertake. Her encouragement and support have sustained me since childhood.

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