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We hope y’all had a lovely, restful weekend! Today we’re continuing our series on inspirational female business owners in Mississippi. Jill Hiers is the owner of Custom Travel Professionals, a wonderful travel agency that specializes in international vacations. Jill is fantastic at what she does and has helped so many people go on the vacations of their dreams. Keep reading to hear from Jill about her experience living and working in Clinton, Mississippi!
We hope y’all had a lovely, restful weekend! Today we’re continuing our series on inspirational female business owners in Mississippi. Jill Hiers is the owner of Custom Travel Professionals, a wonderful travel agency that specializes in international vacations. Jill is fantastic at what she does and has helped so many people go on the vacations of their dreams. Keep reading to hear from Jill about her experience living and working in Clinton, Mississippi!
| {Tell us a little bit about yourself!} I am from South Carolina. I grew up in Greenville, South Carolina, which is a beautiful town nestled between lakes and the Blue Ridge Mountains. I moved to Charleston to attend the College of Charleston, where I pledged Phi Mu. After college, I met my husband, Chuck, and we made our lives in Charleston. We have two children, Caroline and Garrett, who currently attend Jackson Prep. In 2013, my husband bought a business in Clinton, Mississippi. This was the first time we had ever lived outside of South Carolina, but we have embraced Mississippi and enjoy all that it has to offer. |  |
{Tell us about Custom Travel Professionals!}
I own Custom Travel Professionals, LLC. It is a travel agency with a small local staff at our office location in Clinton, but with home-based agents all over the US, we have a national reach. We offer our clients a personalized travel experience. When we meet with our clients, we get a feel for the vacation they are trying to achieve and match them with the resorts and locations to meet and exceed those expectations.
{What kind of inspirational women do you work with on a daily basis?}
I gather my inspiration from a wide variety of women including my coworkers, clients, and colleagues, however, the most inspirational is my Tribe. I have a specific group of other female travel agency owners that we call our Tribe. We inspire one another with new ideas and out of the box thinking without the feeling as though we are in competition. We want each other to succeed, and it is evident in the support we give one another not only in business, but personally as well. The biggest piece of advice I would give to other aspiring business owners it to find their own Tribe. Your Tribe will be your biggest cheerleaders and the best support.
I own Custom Travel Professionals, LLC. It is a travel agency with a small local staff at our office location in Clinton, but with home-based agents all over the US, we have a national reach. We offer our clients a personalized travel experience. When we meet with our clients, we get a feel for the vacation they are trying to achieve and match them with the resorts and locations to meet and exceed those expectations.
{What kind of inspirational women do you work with on a daily basis?}
I gather my inspiration from a wide variety of women including my coworkers, clients, and colleagues, however, the most inspirational is my Tribe. I have a specific group of other female travel agency owners that we call our Tribe. We inspire one another with new ideas and out of the box thinking without the feeling as though we are in competition. We want each other to succeed, and it is evident in the support we give one another not only in business, but personally as well. The biggest piece of advice I would give to other aspiring business owners it to find their own Tribe. Your Tribe will be your biggest cheerleaders and the best support.
{What was your inspiration for starting your business?}
I began to notice that all of my friends were asking me to help plan their family vacations. I took it as a sign and realized that my true calling was to be a travel professional. I love that I have the chance to create customized travel itineraries for my clients, focusing on the details that make every trip nothing short of amazing. I believe that travel is more than just reaching a new destination; it's about immersing yourself in the experience.
{What’s it like being a female business owner in Mississippi?}
I am very fortunate to be in an industry that is predominately women, so being a woman is almost expected. I am thankful that my success has been completely up to me regardless of my gender.
I began to notice that all of my friends were asking me to help plan their family vacations. I took it as a sign and realized that my true calling was to be a travel professional. I love that I have the chance to create customized travel itineraries for my clients, focusing on the details that make every trip nothing short of amazing. I believe that travel is more than just reaching a new destination; it's about immersing yourself in the experience.
{What’s it like being a female business owner in Mississippi?}
I am very fortunate to be in an industry that is predominately women, so being a woman is almost expected. I am thankful that my success has been completely up to me regardless of my gender.
{Are there any resources you used to open your business that you would recommend to other aspiring entrepreneurs?}
I called on my fellow female business owners for advice when I opened my business. I felt supported and confident from the beginning.
{What’s your favorite part about living and working in Mississippi?}
Mississippi is so rich in culture and diversity. It gives a business owner the opportunity to incorporate that culture and diversity into our day to day operations.
Jill also adds- Our office specializes in honeymoons, destination weddings, and Caribbean travel. There is not a charge for our service, so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain by calling us at 888-220-0915! You can visit us in person by appointment at our Clinton or Oxford locations, or visit us online at www.customtravelprofessionals.com. We look forward to working with you.
I called on my fellow female business owners for advice when I opened my business. I felt supported and confident from the beginning.
{What’s your favorite part about living and working in Mississippi?}
Mississippi is so rich in culture and diversity. It gives a business owner the opportunity to incorporate that culture and diversity into our day to day operations.
Jill also adds- Our office specializes in honeymoons, destination weddings, and Caribbean travel. There is not a charge for our service, so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain by calling us at 888-220-0915! You can visit us in person by appointment at our Clinton or Oxford locations, or visit us online at www.customtravelprofessionals.com. We look forward to working with you.
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