Charlotte Angel Connection Episode 072: Michelle Buelow, Founder and CEO of Bella Tunno

Today we welcome Michelle Buelow, Founder and CEO of Bella Tunno. Over the last decade, Michelle's success and the success of Bella Tunno has helped deliver nearly 1.6 million meals to the hungry as part of their buy one product, give one meal program. She's also raked in numerous personal accolades including EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women in 2009.  The path she carved wasn't one she chose yet she's embraced it and created a legacy in the process. Today, we learn Michelle: Moved to Charlotte (with her boyfriend, Todd Buelow - way out of his league but that's another podcast). Found a job she loved and traveled the world. Got married (yes, to Todd) and got pregnant. Lost her brother to addiction. Quit her job and started sewing cute baby gear to raise money to finish her brother’s doctorate research project. Started her business - Bella Tunno - making children's accessories with a core focus on philanthropy. Pitched her products to 11 Charlotte area stores in a day with her baby in tow and had 10 say yes (do you think the other one comes around?). Got called to Minneapolis to see the red bullseye (by now you can guess the outcome). But that's far from the complete picture - it's actually just the first 10 minutes of the podcast. She continues to surpass every goal she develops. That's Michelle Buelow. Listen to today's episode to hear her full story. It's one you will find yourself cheering for as soon as we get started.     William Bissett is an Investment Advisor Representative with Secrest Blakey & Associates, a Registered Investment Adviser.  Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Secrest Blakey & Associates. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener.  Secrest Blakey & Associates does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance.  Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under the Securities Act, and a Qualified Purchaser as defined in Section 2(a)(51)(A) under the Company Act or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests.  Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.