Miranda Pederson/Daily NewsKarla Litten (left) and Bethany Yeager own The Finery Salon/Consignment, 1203 Broadway Ave.

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Name of business: The Finery Salon/Consignment

Location: 1203 Broadway Ave. (old Shutterbug building)

Type of business: Hair salon, nail studio, consignment store

When did it open? The salon opened Oct. 1 and the store and boutique will have a grand opening Friday.

Owners: Karla Litten, Bethany Yeager

Specialties: Haircuts, color, acrylic nails, permanent makeup, boutique items, artwork, home consignment and women’s and children’s clothing.

How did the business get started? Two friends with the idea of offering a unique shopping experience to customers inside their favorite salon. We want to give exposure to local artisans by allowing them to consign their artwork in the salon and store, and offer special services to customers so they don’t have to go other places to receive them.

What is your background? Nearly 40 years combined experience; experience in the hair industry since 1986; have owned and operated salons and consignment stores in the past; presently own and operate a successful salon in Morgantown, called the Kompany; and have worked in Bowling Green for years and enjoy staying busy.

What are your biggest challenges as a business? The economy could be better, but business has been good.

What’s your business philosophy? Service our customers the best we can, make them happy and keep them coming back. More people are hunting for cool items at bargain prices.

What issues are affecting your industry? I think many young kids are looking for a quick degree and think the beauty industry is easy, when they really don’t have the passion for it. Many quit doing hair within a year.

What are the factors that make your business successful? Professional, friendly workers are key for success. Provide No. 1 service to customers, have fun and enjoy yourself and it will be contagious. People will come back again and again.

How do you handle competition? I believe there are enough people in Bowling Green to go around. I wish all the hard-working hairdressers well. It’s a tough business. We stand on our feet in one spot for 10 hours a day … hard on the body. And the consignment business is hard work. You have to stay organized to run it successfully. I believe all store owners should send shoppers down the road to the next store … help each other out. Consignment shopping is addicting because you never know what you’re going to find … the thrill of the hunt!

What is your advice to someone thinking about opening a business? I say if you have a dream, go for it! You have to be passionate about what you do for a living, or you will be miserable.