When Charis and Laureen first met through a mutual friend, they quickly discovered they had much more in common than their backgrounds in education. Both shared a love for travel. One day, as Charis was talking about an upcoming trip, Laureen suggested she take a food tour at her destination. Charis had never been on a food tour before, but it sounded intriguing, so she gave it a try.
That single suggestion sparked something unexpected. Charis had an amazing time on the tour, as did her travel companions. The experience was so memorable that she couldn’t stop thinking about it. Her daughter encouraged her to start this same kind of tour in Bandon! Inspired, Charis started to wonder: What if she could bring that same amazing experience to her home in Bandon?
Upon returning from her trip, Charis reached out to Laureen, asking to meet for coffee. Over that conversation, she shared her newfound idea: What if they could start a business in Bandon, curating unique food tours that celebrated local flavors and culture? Laureen had introduced her to this experience, and now she wanted Laureen to join her as a partner in bringing it to life.
While Laureen loved the idea, she hesitated. She had also recognized Bandon’s untapped potential, but with her current life commitments, she wasn’t sure how much time she could devote to a new venture. Even so, the prospect of working with someone as talented, intelligent, and kind as Charis was hard to resist. Plus, it aligned perfectly with her passion for travel and curating meaningful experiences. In the end, the excitement won out, and Laureen said yes.
What started as a simple travel recommendation blossomed into a partnership built on complementary skills and shared enthusiasm. Despite knowing each other for only a few months, Charis and Laureen felt the undeniable energy of creating something special together. Each meeting was filled with excitement and purpose as they began to shape their vision for the business—one that would combine their love of travel, local culture, history, and unforgettable experiences for others.
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