The Community Behind the Business

Tiny Onion was built on necessity, a dream, and perhaps most importantly, a network of people.

From the very beginning, I knew I wanted my business to support other small businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, makers, and farmers whenever possible.

Sometimes that looks like a collaboration. Sometimes it means sharing a space, creating an opportunity, making an introduction, or simply leading by example. Sometimes it means hiring a local artist, photographer, maker, or fellow entrepreneur because I believe in what they’re building. And sometimes it means choosing a small business when I’m putting together an event, shopping for a client, or shopping for myself. Because supporting local and supporting small has always felt like an extension of the values behind Tiny Onion itself. It’s about more than a purchase. It’s about investing in people and the communities we all get to be a part of.

Over the years, I’ve learned that one of the most beautiful things about community is the willingness of people to show up for one another.

I’ve been fortunate to have people support my business, share opportunities, make introductions, recommend my services, and cheer me on. In many ways, that has shaped how I move through the world and how I run my business. Showing up for others isn’t something I do from time to time. It’s something I genuinely believe in.

There is something really special about watching people pursue their craft, build something from the ground up, and create a life around what they love.

When we choose to support one another, good things tend to grow.

A Few Things I’m Peeling Back This Month

• Support the local business when you can

• Share the recommendation

• Make the introduction

• Celebrate other people’s wins

• Pay for the artist’s work

• Learn where your food comes from

• Thank the people behind the scenes

• Show up for your community

Because the best things are rarely built alone.