Renton Woman Magazine November/December 2015 | Page 14

Katie Johnson wife, mom, business woman This summer I had the pleasure of meeting, Katie Johnson. Katie is a friend of Myrriah Hayden, one of our RW features earlier this year. If you remember, Myrriah shared about her family trip to Haiti. (Check out our June Issu to read about Myrriah’s story.) S o, I sat down with Katie to hear about her new venture and how we as small business owners could partner together. RW: First, tell us about you...your family. Katie: I am originally an east coast girl, born and raised in New England (so yes, last year’s Super Bowl was interesting for me). I am married to the love of my life, Kyle. Together we have a fun-loving little man, 20 month old, Flynn. And, our family also is made complete by my two stepchildren, Cameron (14) and Molly (9). Our live is chaotic and crazy, but so much fun! We really love spending time together and are making new memories as a family. Kyle and I married in September 2012, so our family dynamic is still relatively new in some ways, but I feel like this is where I have always been meant to be, challenges and all!” RW: You have a beautiful family. I won’t put you on the spot and ask if you have become a Seahawks fan.. Tell us a little bit about your business. 14 RENTON WOMAN MAGAZINE | Katie: Chloe and Isabel is a lifestyle brand primarily focused on costume jewelry, and is expanding into perfume, liquid lipstick, and hair accessories. Founded by Chantel Waterbury in 2011 as a place to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs through a new social retail marketplace, the company has grown exponentially through the hard work and determination of a supportive merchandiser community and corporate team. All of the jewelry is hand-crafted in New York and manufactured in the same factories as some very well known jewelry retailers. What makes Chloe + Isabel unique is the direct sales channel as well as the lifetime replacement guarantee that is offered on every piece. C+I is founded on the “friendship philosophy”--the idea that two friends with different personalities and styles are united by their passion for style and selfexpression. Chloe is a fearless fashionista always seeking the latest trends while Isabel appreciates, above all, timeless and beautifully crafted pieces. Whether you are a Chloe, an Isabel, or a Chlo-bel, there is something for everyone in our collections. Pieces range from $18$188, there is something for every budget, too. RentonWomanMagazine.com