Allison Blake

About Allison Blake

With a bachelors degree in Risk Management, I spent several years working in the insurance industry. I gained invaluable experience in customer service and risk management. After 9 years as a stay-at-home mom, I decided I wanted to start my own company. I was grateful for the experience I gained in the insurance industry but I decided I wanted to do something completely different. I realized I had a passion for wanting to make a difference in the world and a deep desire to wake up every morning and LOVE what I do. With the help of another mom, SoulKu was birthed. As the co-owner of a small business, I feel I have earned additional degrees in accounting, web design, social media, graphic design, marketing and sales. The years have brought many challenges but each has resulted in invaluable lessons and countless victories. As my knowledge and experience grows, so does my business. I am honored and grateful to know that my business is making a positive impact in the lives of people, connecting and empowering people one product at a time.

Experience

1. CEO, Co-founder

   Soulku

   Jan 2011 — Present · Asheville, NC, US

   SoulKu is a mother owned and operated inspirational jewelry company and is based in Asheville, NC. All of our products are handcrafted by Work-From-Home Moms in Asheville, NC and we proudly offer our jewelry in over 1500 stores nationwide, internationally and on our website at I currently manage our Wholesale Department, Operations, HR and Financials.

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Risk Management

  1993 — 1995

• Auburn University

  Bachelor's degree

  1991 — 1993