Thursday, September 17, 2009

Happy Anniversary, Ailor Photography!

I hope that you'll indulge me while I brag about Mark in today's post.

Today marks 13 years that Mark has been in business, 12 years with a studio. He started with just an office and his primary business was weddings and location photography. To build his customer base, he had several years where he photographed 45-47 weddings a year. (And believe me, he's seen it all! From fainting grooms to wedding cakes that have fallen over!) He enjoys when those same people whose weddings he photographed now bring in their children for pictures.

He also started out in business by working two jobs and living on cheap spaghetti and pizza. But his hard work and perseverance was worth it ... he had a goal and was able to build his business a little more each year. He made many sacrifices and learned how to be a business owner along the way. It wasn't always an easy road to travel but his thriftiness and ingenuity helped him to get to where he is today. He now employs three people and Ailor Photography is growing and thriving.



Congratulations, Mark! I am so proud of you and your accomplishments!