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In Focus | Renee Bell of The Cotton Candy Lady

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What is your name?
Renee Bell

What do you always find yourself saying?
It’s all good.

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select and why?
I would love to spend the day with Jim Carrey. Not only would we spend a lot of the day laughing, but I would also get to hear about his profound philosophical views on life and this journey.

If you were to receive any existing public award, what award would you like to win?
There's not really any award that sticks out in my mind. For me that acknowledgement of what we do would be recognized by making every one of our customers feel happy and want to tell others about our business.

If you could spend a day with any historical figure, who would you choose and why?
I would love to meet William Morrison, the dentist who invented cotton candy in 1897. I would like to hear all about his inspiration to create the cotton candy machine and how exciting it was to watch people experience it for the first time.

Who inspires you?
My Dad has always been such an inspiration to me. There was never a dull moment in my childhood where he wasn't brainstorming and dreaming up all types of exciting experiences for our family. His passion and enthusiasm came from the love he had to give my mom, brother and I an exciting and happy life. It was by observing his behaviour I learned to understand that doing good things for others was the most pure and honest place that feeling could ever come from.

What are three things on your bucket list?
1. To take our son Cohen on a safari in Africa
2. To surprise my husband, Lance, with a fishing trip of a lifetime
3. To take our entire family to Disneyland together

If you had an enormous yacht, what would you name it?
I like to keep things simple, so I would probably call it Enormous Yacht.

If you could foresee a single day of your future in its entirety, what date would you select?
I honestly wouldn’t be interested in doing that. I like to live life moment by moment, that way feels best for me.

What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about being a good person to the people in this life. Nothing makes me feel happier than bringing happiness into the lives of others.

What has been your favourite day of your life, up to this point?
The day our son Cohen was born into our lives was absolutely my most favourite day. He looked into my eyes and my heart was instantly at peace. I will never forget that feeling.

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Personally, the relationships I have with my family and friends are absolutely my proudest accomplishment. From a professional standpoint, starting The Cotton Candy Lady has been an adventure that has brought me so much joy. Since I was young girl I had always dreamed of owning my own business, something that was light hearted and fun that made others feel happy. Creating a happy business, that is definitely something I feel proud about.

Where is your favourite place to dine in Kelowna? What do you like about it?
Bamboo Chopsticks. I love them because every dish they prepare is exceptional, every time. The ambience in their restaurant is very soothing and peaceful. All around good vibes there.

What is your favourite activity or event in Kelowna? Why?
I love the downtown Kelowna Light Up event. I am in love with everything about Christmas so that event sticks out the most for me.

What is the name of your business/organization?
The Cotton Candy Lady

What does your business/organization do?
We make fresh, gourmet cotton candy all year long in a variety of unique and fun ways!

Where can people find you or your business online?
You can find us at www.cottoncandylady.ca

How do people connect with you on Linkedin?
Renee Bell

Where can people find your business on Facebook?
TheCottonCandyLady

What is your mission?
Our mission is to share our cotton candy into the lives of others in ways that bring them excitement and joy.

If you could achieve one thing within your field, what would it be?
To keep making a happy impact in people’s moments would be the greatest achievement for me

Where do you want your business/organization to be in five years?
We would love to continue being involved in fundraising for various events within our community. That is something that is very important to us. It would be awesome to see our business continue to grow to the point where our sweet stuff is hitting the shelves in various locations throughout Canada!

Who do you consider to be a forerunner within your field?
Jackie Sorkin who created Hollywood Candy Girls.

What three qualities do you feel that your business/organization exemplifies?
Integrity, Authenticity, and Fun.

What would you like to say to your employees/volunteers?
We wouldn't be where we are without your support. You are so loved and appreciated!

How does your business/organization impact the community?
We do our best to impact our community in the sweetest ways possible. We are often assisting with and donating to various fundraising events throughout the year for all types of causes. It is neat to work with a treat that can be moulded into so many different types of events and still fit in! We also impact Kelowna by offering a unique service that has not yet been here, and doing our best to contribute to everything we are involved with in the most fun and delicious ways we can!

If you were trapped in an elevator with several wealthy investors from any field, which field would you want them to be experts in? What would say to them/talk about?
I would love it if they were entrepreneurs who had grown their businesses with great attitudes and hearts of gold. I would probably begin by asking them if they wanted to have a thumb war. Kind of like an ice breaker because I'm sure it would be awkward in there. After the thumb wars were over and everyone was feeling more comfortable, I would ask them more about their personal journeys building their own businesses and the greatest lessons within those journeys they have learned so far.

If I could change one thing about Kelowna, it would be:
I would honestly ask that Kelowna implement a city wide slip and slide.

What do you think makes Kelowna great?
The people here are easily the best part. I look forward to, and enjoy so many of, the interactions I have in this city! I also love how no matter where you go, it's beautiful.

My choice for the Kelowna In Focus spotlight is:
Robyn MacNeill with REM Photo & Creative

Some general comments I would like to share are:
We are honoured to have the opportunity to be a part of KelownaNow and to be featured alongside so many fantastic businesses that are making a positive difference in Kelowna! If you would like more information on the services we offer please feel free to visit our website at www.cottoncandylady.ca or our Facebook Page where we post fun updates and pictures of the day to day adventures of The Cotton Candy Lady. Thank you and have a happy day!

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