EmPOWER Business Spotlight: Bella Balloons Co.

Frederick County Office of Economic Development’s Senior Business Development Manager for Diversity & Inclusion had the opportunity to interview Lissette Colón, Creator and Founder of Bella Balloons Co. Bella Balloons Co provides chic and trendy balloon art and floral designs to Frederick County and surrounding areas, meant to bring a special touch to events and smiles to their clients faces. Let’s get to learn more about Lissette and her business!

Q: What is your business and what goods/services do you provide?
A: We are Bella Balloons, local to Frederick County. We serve the DMV area with modern, personalized balloons and floral decor services. We serve corporate and private clients. Creative and massive installations are our passion!

Q: What inspired you to start your own business?
A: I have always been that person in the family to make something, even if small so that my family and friends could feel recognized especially on birthdays. I was told so many times I could turn my creativity into a business. Then, one day I felt it and believed it! It took a couple of tries and tears but here we are!

Q: What is your background and how did you develop the skills to start your business?

A: I have a business and contracting background, so this was something completely out of the comfort zone but I love to learn. I constantly take both business and technique classes to keep improving my professional skills. I started as DIY ballooner but soon realized that if I wanted to do the best work, I had to find the best mentors and invest in the type of business I wanted to create.

Q: What inspires your work and what sets you apart from everyone else?
A: I LOVE smiles and WOWs! I love to create beautiful surroundings that reflect your personality and in the case of corporations, that reflect the branding and essence of the event. I like to pay attention to the small details and the “whys,” so that my decor is cohesive to the rest of the event.

Q: Why do you enjoy doing business in Frederick County?
A: I think we are so blessed in Frederick County, we have so many wonderful people who know what serving is about. There is this beautiful synergy between people. Frederick also has so many beautiful venues and outdoor landscapes it makes you dream of all the many ways to decorate.

Q: Where can people learn more about your business?

Website: www.bellaballoonsco.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/bellaballoons.co
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bellaballoonsco