Spotlight Member Kim Caputo
Tell us about your business and why you chose this path?
I have been in catering my whole life my father ran a catering company when I was growing up.
What support did you need to get started and keep the dream alive?
Just believing in myself and working hard.
How do you create work-life balance in your world? Is there such a thing?
People say to me they don't know how I do it work, kids volunteer I just love what I do you make time for the things and people who are important to you.
What do you think it takes to be a successful entrepreneur or business person?
I think successful people work hard and follow their dreams. They are passionate about something. I think being kind and approachable, know how to lead and influence people. Always treat people equal encourage people to be successful.
What is your life motto?
Life is not measured by the Breaths we take. But by the Moments that take your Breath away.
Tell us about a challenge that you have faced in your own life that has influenced who you are today!
Had a Learning disability growing up never felt like I was smart of good enough for anyone. Learned to love me for me stopped worrying so much about what others thought of me.
Who has influenced or inspired you and why?
Princess Diana her kindness towards others.
Who is a Woman of Inspiration to you? Why?
I have met so many people along the way who make me want to be a better person.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Hopefully Volunteering more maybe start up my own non-profit charity. Also moving up in the company I work for now.
What attracted you to The Nest?
I loved that Monica wanted to bring women of all types together to inspire each other. Didn't matter if you owned your own business, stay at home mom, entrepreneur: It is a safe place to learn together and encourage each other.
My go to drink is...
Dirty Martini
I cannot live without my....
Warm soft blankets, candles and fresh flowers
My passion is....
My Volunteering I love giving back I am addicted to it. The people that I have met along the way are all so grateful and kind.
My favorite destination is....
A beach
Charity I support .....
Ronald McDonald House, Kids Cancer Care
My power song is.....
"Stronger", by Kelly Clarkson
