145. Charitable Collaborations in a Jewellery Business - Raising Awareness of Heart Disease in Women with Emma René and Kerrie Kent

With their Heart of Gold collaboration, Emma René and Kerrie Kent are creating one-of-a-kind jewellery while also raising funds and awareness for The British Heart Foundation. In this episode, Emma and Kerrie share the inspiration behind the project and explain how you can support it. They also talk about what it’s like to run a collaboration between their two businesses and share practical tips for other jewellers who might want to do something similar.  Episode Description: This week we’re talking with Emma René and Kerrie Kent (1:13) How did you get involved in this heart disease awareness project? (2:38) Can you tell us about the process of turning this idea into action? (8:23) What does the gold heart necklace look like? (11:56) What was it like to manage this collaboration on top of your own businesses? (14:15) How has the project gone so far, and what are your future goals? (17:10) What was it like to work with a charity? (20:03) Do you have advice for other jewellers interested in raising money for a cause? (22:47) How to get involved (25:09)   Resources Learn more about Jewellers Academy Watch this episode on YouTube Join the Jewellers Academy Facebook Group  Order your copy of “Start and Grow a Profitable Jewellery Business” Gold Hearted Club Website Narratorium Website Donate to the Heart of Gold Crowdfunder Follow Emma and Kerrie on Instagram   Find Jewellers Academy on Instagram and Facebook