When Passion Meets Purpose

About this episode

Marina Monitto shares her inspiring journey as a jewelry designer and entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of storytelling in her creations.

We’re so excited to shine the spotlight on another womanbusiness owner. Cheryl Benton hosts Marina Monitto, a jewelry designer from Sicily, on the Three Tomatoes Happy Hour podcast. Marina shares her journey, inspired by her grandmother and mother's crochet and sewing skills, and taught the ancient Italian art of crochet by nuns, and how she reconnected with her roots during her battle with cancer. She founded Seekilia in 2018, creating unique crochetedjewelry and handbags. Marina emphasizes the storytelling behind each piece, such as the "Alma Trio" earrings representing her grandmother, mother, and herself. She aims to teach crochet to help others find peace and creativity. Her advice for other aspiring entrepreneurs is tostart small, enjoy the process, and follow their passion.

People in this episode

Host: Cheryl Benton

Guest: Marina Monitto

Topics covered

• women entrepreneurs
• jewelry design
• crochet
• personal journey
• cancer recovery

Keywords

• Seekilia
• Alma Trio earrings
• creativity
• passion
• small business

Mentioned in this episode

Products: crocheted jewelry, handbags

Books & works: Three Tomatoes Happy Hour

Places: Sicily

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