Building a Marketplace from Scratch: Sara Quintero’s Entrepreneur Journey

In this inspiring episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, host Mike Mannino chats with Sara Quintero, founder of Karma Chic Marketplace, a unique multi-vendor e-commerce platform dedicated to empowering independent businesses, artisans, and service professionals.

Sara shares the personal journey that led her from owning a high-end consignment boutique in South Tampa to launching her own online marketplace. What started as a passion for supporting small makers turned into a scalable, tech-driven mission to connect vendors with customers who care about community and authenticity.

Learn how Sara overcame imposter syndrome, pivoted after a failed brick-and-mortar experience, and embraced tech and startup culture to build a national—and soon global—platform. Whether you're an aspiring founder or a small business enthusiast, Sara’s story is packed with valuable insights about resilience, networking, and doing business with heart.

 

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