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Meet Cher Schaefer! Cher enjoys Hiking and spending time with her child.
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kelowna?
Lived in Kelowna since Grade 7
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My kid (aka my mini me)
What is your favourite local store in Kelowna and why?
Funktional, I can always find something cool to spend my money on!
Describe yourself in one word.
Busy
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Ireland or Scotland, I love the rain.
What is your favourite activity in Kelowna?
Hiking, can't beat it.
What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
Walking down the street with my shirt popped open.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
Childhood Poverty
Where would you sneak away to in Kelowna to spend some time alone?
Sparkling Hills
Where would you like to see positive change in Kelowna and why?
A solution to the homeless/drug situation. It's such a complex issue that has an effect on everyone. I don't have the answer but I hope some positive steps are taken to see some real change.
What do you think makes Kelowna great?
4 Seasons of fun!
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. Make a million dollars in a year
2. Go backpacking with my kid
3. Move back to Scotland (when I retire)
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
FB, LinkedIn
What is the name of your business/organization?
Now Bookkeeping Services
Why did you get into/start this business?
A background in accounting and a bad car accident.
What is the goal of your business?
To help people get a grasp on their finances.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Finding 4 more hours in the day.
If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
Same, no regrets.
What do you always find yourself saying?
Yes I need the full receipt
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Don't sweat the small stuff.
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Marie Forleo
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
We need to support each other!
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
My kid
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Bert Terhorst, he has such an amazing story!
My choice for the KelownaNow In Focus spotlight is:
Bert Terhorst
Some general comments I would like to share are:
We live in such an amazing community - we need to get off our phones and enjoy what life has to offer.
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In Focus is our gift to the community. A way for us to help show our recognition of the people, businesses, and organizations that help make our city great. Thank you, Kelowna!
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