Which classification of entrepreneur does Rhodes fall into? What qualities of an entrepreneur does she probably possess?Discuss how struggling with adversity might have helped Rhodes begin her business. What kind of success do you think Glassybaby might realize if it didn’t have a philanthropic focus as part of its business? When cancer patient Lee Rhodes was unexpectedly soothed by the reflective light of a simple candle inside a glass-blown votive holder, a business was born. Today, Glassybaby produces hand-blown votive candles that require over 70 glassblowers, three layers of glass, and a 24-hour process to make. Coming in 400 colors, with names like Begin Again, BFF, and Fearless, they sell for $44 each. Recent sales are expected to top $9 million at eight retail storefronts and online.
Which classification of entrepreneur does Rhodes fall into? What qualities of an entrepreneur does she probably possess?
Discuss how struggling with adversity might have helped Rhodes begin her business. What kind of success do you think Glassybaby might realize if it didn’t have a philanthropic focus as part of its business?
When cancer patient Lee Rhodes was unexpectedly soothed by the reflective light of a simple candle inside a glass-blown votive holder, a business was born. Today, Glassybaby produces hand-blown votive candles that require over 70 glassblowers, three layers of glass, and a 24-hour process to make. Coming in 400 colors, with names like Begin Again, BFF, and Fearless, they sell for $44 each. Recent sales are expected to top $9 million at eight retail storefronts and online.
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