20 www.CharlestonWomenPodcast.com | www.ReadCW.com | www.Instagram.com/CharlestonWomen Charleston Women in Business Charleston Artist Guild. She even started Ellis Nicholson gallery on Broad Street, but decided she is more of a painter than a gallery owner. Ellis always knew she loved seeing people admire her art and making them happy, but it was not until later in life that she started getting recognition for those talents. Now 80-years-old, Ellis is not slowing down. She is looking for the perfect new gallery for her artwork and while on the search, she is still traveling to festivals and doing what she loves. She even displayed her artwork at the reputable Spoleto Festival at the beginning of June and won the Billie Sumner/Best In Show Award. To female artists, Ellis says, “You have time. Cherish your time and do what you love.” Although starting your own business may be an intimidating feat, these women are a testament that it can be done at any stage of life you catch the desire. Ivery said, “Do it. Believe in yourself. You are going to have people who try to deter you, but we don’t come up with these ideas for nothing. You have to get your name out there. Timing is everything. You only need that one yes.” Caddell remembered the first time she got the idea for Loft and Vibe saying, “Why not? If you have an idea and are willing to put in the creativity and effort, go for it.” Although Horne is a young entrepreneur, she has learned that you can’t let your age hold you back. She says to other young entrepreneurs, “Listen to your mom and don’t care what other people think of you. Do what you love and if you truly love what you are doing, chase after it and don’t let it get away.” Don’t ever let it get away.
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