We had the good fortune of connecting with Lakinya Francis and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Lakinya, we’d love for you to start things off by telling us something about your industry that we and others not in the industry might be unaware of?
Many think of vending machines as snacks and drinks. In fact, there are so many types of vending machine businesses that anyone can start and generate massive income. Currently, beauty supply vending machines are booming! Many of these owners are profiting nearly two-thousand dollars each month in profits from just one machine.

What should our readers know about your business?
Like many, I have always wanted to be an entrepreneur. I literally started a vending machine business to give me something constructive to do. Of course, there were a lot of challenges that I was not aware of. Fast forward, I decided to help others generate an additional stream of income through vending machines traditionally and creatively.

My coaching is genuine with a down to earth approach and I think that is what makes me different. In this space of coaching I have certainly learned a lot. I’d say the number one thing is that you have to network to show the world what you have to offer. I have learned that you have to continue to learn no one knows it all.

I want everyone to know that you to can achieve financial freedom. You can also achieve the American dream of becoming a entrepreneur. With vending, many families have been able to add an additional stream of income to their households, in a fun way.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I would take my friend to Wynwood art district. We would hang out and see the art, of course eat and catch some of the best breweries here in them heart of Miami.

1-800 Lucky which is a sprawling food hall featuring a range of Asian-inspired eateries in industrial digs.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I have built many relationships while doing business. However, in this industry Maureen from MoBeauty supply vending has been the best business relationship I have gained. Together, we pour into each other while growing in our businesses individually.

Website: https://www.ikravevending.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ikravevending

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ikravevending/

Image Credits
https://mobeautysupplyvending.com/

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