Detroit Mom’s Local Love series highlights local women and the businesses they have built. We love supporting small business! Today’s Local Love Spotlight belongs to Mama Shu, owner of Avalon Village.
To start, we asked Mama Shu to share a few fun facts about herself with us.
- She can manifest her desires because she is focused, committed, and disciplined.
- She can create catchy names and slogans for businesses and events with ease.
- Her thinking is broad but she is able to work on the nuances of things and make it whole.
We asked her to share a little bit more about her business with us, too. Get to know Mama Shu and her business, Avalon Village, below!
How did you come up with the idea of your business, and how did you start?
“I live in a broken neighborhood and I wanted to help restore and revive where I live to make things better. I bought my first property for Avalon Village in 2009 and made that our “headquarters.” From that space we provided services [and] programs and held events for the community.”
Knowing what you know now, is there anything you would have done differently when you were first starting out?
“No. I am organically and spiritually guided. I am exactly where I am supposed to be.”
What is the best business advice you’ve ever been given?
“Stay consistent.”
Have you faced adversity in business due to being a woman? How did you navigate that?
“Yes. Being a mother specifically. I have had three of my children killed. Being brokenhearted, forever, has its wear and tear, emotionally, however through the pain I have managed to transfer that pain into power as much as I can. Also, being a “lady” Land Developer has its ups and downs too as it has been a male dominated field for so long. 😅“
How do you persevere in challenging times?
“First, I slow down to look at what the challenge is. If it’s something I can do or fix at that present moment, I’ll work on it. If not, I’ll wait until the right timing to deal with it. I don’t force anything.”
What impact do you want your business to have?
“I want people to know that they can transform their community just as we did at Avalon Village. I want them to know and believe that everyone deserves a clean, safe, and prosperous environment to live, play, work, and grow in.”
What are the pros and cons of being a woman business owner in 2024?
“I am a Land Developer. This field is male dominated for the most part. I feel that sometimes men think that we don’t know our stuff and they take us lightly or even are a little jealous. 🤷🏾♀️“
What knowledge would you share with someone who wants to become an entrepreneur?
“Be consistent, stay focused, and don’t worry about the money. It will come if you do the first two things.”
What do you do for personal and professional development?
“I join boards and attend workshops and learning sessions that enhance my goals.”
What mantra or quote do you live by?
“Have no fear.”
What’s your favorite place in Detroit or Michigan?
“Avalon Village.”
Where can our readers find you on social media?
You can follow Avalon Village on Facebook, Instagram, and on their website!
