Meet Kate Brown at Your CBD Store

We spoke with Kate Brown, manager at Your CBD Store, to learn more about her and the specialty shop.

What year did Your CBD Store open in Ithaca?
2018

At Your CBD, you’ll find many forms of CBD.

How long have you owned/managed this business?  How many years of experience do you have in your line of work?
Just over a year as manager, and 10+ years of online and in-store retail

Are you an Ithaca native?  If not, where are you from and what brought you to the Ithaca area?  Yes, born and raised in Ithaca. Moved away for about 6 years but came back to raise my family.

What did you choose to manage this shop? And, Why did you choose to work in Downtown Ithaca?
I started using CBD during the pandemic to deal with my stress and anxiety. Once the kids were settled into school I was eager to return to work. When I saw this job available it felt like a perfect fit. To be able to educate and help people with their own health issues and take on the challenge of managing a store. I had worked on the Commons previously and was happy to reconnect with the community.
What do you enjoy most about your business?  
Helping people deal with their stress, anxiety, or pain. There are still a lot of misconceptions about CBD and I’m able to educate the community so they feel comfortable trying it. It’s very rewarding when a customer comes back to tell you how much better they feel.
What makes your business special?  i.e. Why should people shop at this store?
We offer personal consultations and recommend products to meet your needs. While you’re in the store you can try free samples. Our CBD products are USDA-certified organic and third-party lab-tested.
What is Your CBD Store’s greatest accomplishment?
Continuing to serve our customers after coming out of the challenges of a pandemic.

Here are examples of the water-soluble CBD you’ll find at Your CBD Store in Ithaca.

What do you enjoy most about working in Downtown Ithaca?  
Being involved with the community and supporting small businesses. Participating in local festivals and events
Are you involved in any community organizations, clubs, or groups? 
Yes. Tompkins Chamber member
Outside of operating your business, what are some of your hobbies, passions, talents, or causes?  
Unfortunately, I don’t have an answer to this question.
To learn more about Your CBD Store in Ithaca, visit www.yourcbdstoreithaca.com.  You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

 

The Faces of Downtown Ithaca

Some say the best referrals come from trusted family and friends. In Downtown Ithaca, quality recommendations often come from speaking directly to our hospitable downtown business owners and managers. Afterall, who knows their business best than the business owner themselves.

Welcome to Faces of Downtown Ithaca where we’ll give you an insider’s look at downtown’s shops, let you meet your shopkeepers, and restaurateurs who provide this area with some of the finest shopping, dining, and attractions that the Finger Lakes Region has to offer.

Not only do these folks work here, but they also dine, shop, and play here. Many of them also live here, too! This is their Downtown Ithaca and now, they are sharing some of their histories with you.

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