The Personal Price an Entrepreneur Pays

Laurel Thompson is a recovering fast-fashion designer. After spending her career in the world of NYC fashion, she landed back in her hometown of Atlanta, GA where she now lives with her husband and daughter, Beya—the inspiration behind her children’s clothing line, Beya Made. If you’re saying to yourself, “Great, more outfits my toddler will outgrow in months,” think again. Laurel’s sustainably sourced, ethically produced designs grow with your kid, allowing them to fit at least three times longer than other childrenswear.

• Adjusting to founder life when you have a family
• How to know when you need to take a step back from your work
• The legacy she wants to leave with Beya Made