MOB MONDAY- Sarah’s extreme sweets n treats
Our featured MOB is Sarah Akey of Sarah’s Extreme Sweets ‘N Treats.
Sarah was inspired to try her hand at cake decorating after a family member gave her a cupcake decorating kit for Christmas several years ago. “My initial thought was ‘this is going to turn out bad’ I was wrong! It was a lot of fun and I was actually good at it. Time passed and I decided I could make this happen full time. I did not want to keep working for someone else and paying someone to take care of my son. I wanted to do it. And I wanted to homeschool him too. It was against everything that made sense. But I took the leap. And here I am today!” She loves working the freedom of working for herself and the ability to be with her son. Sarah hopes to inspire other single moms to go after their goals. Her mentors include cake decorating artists like Kara Andretta and Sharon Zambito for their skill and craftsmanship, and MOB NW founder Aria Leigty for her dedication to business and community. “I’m better because of her influence on my life,” says Sarah. Sarah’s advice to new business owners: When we asked Sarah what she like best about being a member of the MOB NW, she replied “The networking! I love the sense of community that comes with this alliance and the support in the good and the bad. I adore being a part of like-minded women in the same boat I’m in.” You can find Sarah online at www.facebook.com/SarahSweetsBakery |