Today we’d like to introduce you to Zoila Callejas. They and their team shared their story with us below:
The Callejas sisters or known as the ‘Butterfly Sisters.’ Born of immigrant parents who fled El Salvador, we have embodied resilience and determination. With unwavering perseverance, we have transformed our past challenges into catalysts for empowerment. As daughters of immigrants, our journey is a testament to the pursuit of dreams and the desire to honor our heritage while making a positive impact on this earth.
Since 2019, Zoila, the owner of The Pop-up Shop, and Maria, the visionary behind Un Pokito de Todo Markets, have been instrumental in empowering small business owners to thrive and generate additional income from the comfort of their homes. In June 2023, they joined forces to establish a Collective Storefront, providing a home for over 40 small business owners. This innovative space allows vendors to showcase their products while dedicated store associates manage sales operations, enabling vendors to focus on their craft and business growth.
As we reflect on our journey, we are filled with gratitude to God for the opportunity to build a community of entrepreneurs united in their passion to leave a lasting legacy and create opportunities for generations to come.
We hope Our story serves as an inspiration to you all, reminding YOU that with determination, support, and FAITH, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.”
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back, would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
I think that with anything in Life, it is ONLY as HARD and DIFFICULT as we make it out to be. We stand by GOD and Faith that he is the one walking us through, even in those darkest days and when we feel we are drowning. Eventually, you get to see and enjoy the fruits of the labors, and even if it is in small or tiny sections, moments, memories, times…
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Pop Up N Shop and Un pokito de todo Markets?
Since 2019, Zoila, the owner of The Pop-up Shop, by Z and Maria, the owner of Un Pokito de Todo Markets, have been instrumental in empowering small business owners to thrive and generate additional income.
Zoila started hosting Pop-Ups in 2019 in her Backyard to help grow what was her very own Women Clothing Boutique. Quickly, she gained attention from others wanting to make a little extra cash, and she opened doors to her backyard to 3 other Vendors. Once 2020 – Corona Virus Pandemic hit, Zoila felt the URGE to help her Gente generate money through hard times, as many were losing their jobs. She has since expanded and traveled near and far to find GEMS for Small Business Vendors to Showcase their products, Interact with their Customers, Network with other entrepreneurs while making beautiful memories as we all grow together in an inviting and supportive community.
Maria joined Zoila, her sister, with her very own FIRST Business, “Un Pokito de Todo,” which started off as Hotdogs, then expanded to clothing, toys, and accessories, eventually taking her on the quest to host her own Pop-Ups herself.
In June 2023, they joined forces to establish a Collective Storefront, providing a home for over 40 small business owners. This innovative space allows vendors to showcase their products while dedicated store associates manage sales operations, enabling vendors to focus on their craft and business growth. But there is MORE, this location also offers, Storefront to Small Business owners Wanting to own a store in a mall setting, you get that at Pop Up & Shop; Un Pokito de Todo Markets. They also offer vendors ” Meet & Greet,” which are personal indoor pop-ups. They are also expanding and praying that doors open to host Outdoor Markets to Help MORE vendors Grow.
Are there any apps, books, podcasts, blogs, or other resources you think our readers should check out?
Reading Books that help expand the mind and knowledge is ALWAYS needed. But nothing beats Prayer; staying connected to God/Source is our tool in life. If we sit still and just listen, you will hear his divine guidance and peace.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_PopupShop_
- Linkedin: https://linktr.ee/ThePopupShop_
- Other: https://www.instagram.com/popupnshopunpokitodetodomarket/
Image Credits
@_PopUpShop_
@UnPokitodeTodoMarkets
@PopUpnShopUnPokitodeTodoMarkets
