Member Spotlight – Graze Craze
In the ever-changing landscape of business and entrepreneurship, the Plano Chamber of Commerce works every day to contribute to the economic growth of our region. As our members continue to rise and succeed, so will the communities in which they serve. Follow along as we turn our spotlight towards the beating pulse of our community‚ the dedicated members of the Plano Chamber of Commerce. Through these spotlights, we invite you to journey with us beyond the storefronts and corporate logos, uncovering the passion, determination, and innovation that drive our local businesses forward. Together, let’s discover the stories of collaboration and community impact that fuel the engine of our local economy.
The Plano Chamber would like to welcome and spotlight member, Graze Craze. Heather Wagemann, our Director of Development, asked Kenzie Bedore, Store Manager, a few questions about their business, Chamber membership, and their team’s favorite local spot in the community.
1. What’s your favorite part about the work you do?
My favorite part of the work I get to do at Graze Craze is not only getting to work hand in hand with my family, but also getting to make boards for the community that help them celebrate anything. We have done work for professional clients, for puppy parties, and of course we are partnering with Make-A-Wish North Texas to get wishes granted for all those children waiting. Putting smiles on people’s faces, and seeing the community come together to give to such a good cause, it truly makes my heart happy.
2. How has being a Chamber member positively impacted your business and community involvement?
Being a part of the Chamber has had a huge impact on our business. Not being originally from Plano, it can become overwhelming with all the businesses and people, but the Chamber has welcomed us up in and made us feel at home. Other members of the chamber have been supporting us, and overall welcoming us into such a warm and delightful community.
3. What goals do you have for your business in the coming year?
Our goal for this year as a business is to keep growing! To keep expanding our stores, reaching new people, and really getting our family more involved in the community however we can. We want to have almost a “fan base” of people who know, like, and trust our Graze Craze store and family.
4. Share a favorite local spot or hidden gem you love in the community.
A favorite local spot for myself would be Trader Joes off Preston Road. I do not have one nearby where I live, so anytime we get to go there for the store or personally I love to.
