How did you come to begin the journey of what is now Pretty In Pink Boutique? We got started in 2004 when God called us to serve with joy the people of Middle Tennessee facing these afflictions. Support was scattered and unorganized then. It’s laughable to think about it now, but this started as a “part time” thing for me when my daughter was born and I was looking for a new way to pursue my nursing career and be a mom. I thought I’d be helping 3 women every week and that would be about it. In typical fashion, God had much different plans than we did…
What’s your favorite thing about working here? Simply helping people.
What do you do to encourage patients in your job? I tell them we have seen thousands of women get through this and they will too! This is just an unpleasant pit stop on their road of life.
What do you do in your free time? Not much free time to be had! But I like to walk! And my husband and I love to travel any chance we get.
PAM
ANGIE
How did you come to work at Pretty In Pink Boutique? I have been in the compression industry for several years. One of the Medi sales reps. gave my name to Pam and Holly. I met with them and discussed their immediate need for a fitter. I have a passion for helping patients with lymphedema, especially as a result of breast cancer. This opportunity allows me to continue to be both of my daughters Uber driver, so it’s a WIN/WIN. I am thrilled to be a part of such an awesome team with a heartfelt mission.
What’s your favorite thing about working here? Engaging with patients and seeing the reward in their faces, when I have met their needs.
What do you do to encourage patients in your job? Wearing compression garments can be daunting and difficult at first. I tell my patients to take their time, go slow, and each day it will get easier and easier to don their garments.
ANITA
What’s your favorite thing about working here? The team consists of a group of amazing people who are willing to jump in and help.
What do you do in your free time? As a mother of two little kiddos… There is little to no free time. But when the kids are asleep, I enjoy staying up extra late to read a book or watch a spooky movie. Going to comedy shows, food fairs, and farmers’ markets
Tell us about your family. We’re a family of four. Both kids are girls. We enjoy stuffing our faces with junk food, trying new candy, and watching Disney/Pixar movies. We enjoy dressing up for Halloween every year.
Where are you originally from? Born in Louisiana, Raised in TN, Recently moved from San Diego
What is your favorite quote or scripture? “Some might call it magic, some might call it fate. Either way, you define it, it ends up in the same place.” The Holiday Calendar, 2018
BRIGETTE
Mastectomy & Compression Fitter, Team Member since 2019
How did you come to work at Pretty In Pink Boutique?
It all started with a conversation between my cousin and I. Claudia expressed that PIPB had an opening and I can help/make a difference in people’s lives every day while making a living. I was like sign me up
What’s your favorite thing about working here?
By far that would be putting a smile back on someone’s face/just simply making someone’s day makes my day. I have always loved helping people and now I’m blessed to do it daily.
What do you do in your free time?
I spend a lot with my family and friends. Mainly my two children keep me on the go with soccer /basketball games, Hiking, Boating anything outdoors.
CLAUDIA
Certified Mastectomy Fitter and Compression Fitter, Team Member Since 2017
7-year Breast Cancer Survivor since 2012
How did you come to work at PIPB?
It was a God thing, no other explanation.
What’s your favorite thing about working here?
The patients, they are helping me as much as I am hopefully helping them. Being able to make someone feel whole again, is a blessing or llele
What do you do to encourage patients in your job?
Listen to them, share with them, encourage them and give them the time they need.
COLLEEN
How did you come to work at Pretty In Pink Boutique? I moved to Tennessee because of Covid. My grandchild was living in Illinois and then he and his family moved shortly after his birth. I was flying out here, monthly, to see my Grandie, and then Covid struck. Within a month, I knew I had to move (my son that still lives in Illinois gave me his blessing). I now live 11minutes away from my TWO Grandies! I knew I wanted to find a job with heart, and I did! I started working for PIPB one month after I moved here.
What’s your favorite thing about working here? Doing good and being surrounded by other like-minded people. Everyone just wants to make the lives of others better. And everyone cares so much about each and every person that walks through the door.
What do you do in your free time? Spend time with family!
Tell us about your family. I have two of the most incredible sons, one of whom is married to an absolutely awesome woman – they are the parents of my two grandchildren, who just happen to be the best grandchildren, ever – and one whose partner is also an absolutely awesome woman! When it comes to family, I am so blessed, so lucky, that I still cannot believe it! Each day I wake up grateful and each evening I fall asleep grateful.
What is your favorite quote or scripture? May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door.
HALEY
Clinical Manager, Team Member since 2014
What’s your favorite thing about working here?
I love being able to make an immediate positive impact on someone’s life. They could come in to see us and we can completely help restore their confidence by fitting them in prostheses and bras, or with compression patients, we could give them the education and garments for them to be able to manage their condition to the best of their abilities. In both cases, we can help our patients to live a better quality of life almost instantly.
Tell us about your family.
I have been married for 6 years now to my wonderful husband David. We have a miniature pinscher named Brody that is our baby! I have 3 sisters, and we are all 2 years apart. David and I are blessed with great and supportive families, and we spend as much with them as we can!
HOLLY
Certified Mastectomy and Compression Fitter, Team Member since 2015
How did you come to work at Pretty In Pink Boutique?
I had been running a Wig Bank for our local After Breast Cancer found out that PIPB planned to open a store here in Murfreesboro so I applied for the position.
JANA, OTR/L, CLT, OTR/L, CLT
How did you come to work at Pretty in Pink?
I feel very Blessed. I think things come together at certain times in our lives just when we need it. I was looking for opportunities towork this patient clientele in a different environment but still help in their recovery journey. That is when Pam had posted a position and we connected, giving me the opportunity to continue to serve this patient population. It is so rewarding to see them feeling better with the options we have to help them.
What’s your favorite thing about working here?
It is many things. The staff positivity, the helpful embracing attitude of the whole team to help our patients.
LEIGHANNE
Concierge, Team Member since 2021
How did you come to work at Pretty In Pink Boutique?
I think it was just destined. They needed a receptionist, and I needed work after the first year of the pandemic. The rest is God’s plan.
What’s your favorite thing about working here?
I would have to say the ladies that I work with daily are my favorite thing about PIPB. I love my work family and they are all wonderful strong women. It has been so rewarding from day one!
Tell us about your family.
I have three sons who I absolutely love and adore! They make PIPB feel like a mini vacation. I take my role as a mom very serious. I love being a mom to all boys…
LISA
What’s your favorite thing about working here? I enjoy working with a friendly team that is positive and helpful.
What do you do in your free time? I like traveling, live music and spending time with my family and friends.
Where are you originally from? I was born in Kentucky and raised in Tennessee. Lived in Minnesota, the unbearable winters brought me back to Tennessee.
What is your favorite quote or scripture? Proverb 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.
MELISSA
How did you come to work at Pretty In Pink Boutique?
One person, Holly Sneed! I’ve been friends with Holly since 2004. She’s been telling me about how wonderful Pretty In Pink Boutique is and she asked me if I was ready to make the move. So April 2022 I leaped. I’m very glad I did!
What’s your favorite thing about working here?
My favorite thing is the environment. I truly believe that I will be encouraged to grow and develop past any of my own expectations.
What do you do to encourage patients in your job?
I hear “I didn’t even know this existed?” My response, “Now you found us, we will always be with you”
SHELBY
What’s your favorite thing about working here? I love the family atmosphere with my co-workers. Everyone is always willing to help out.
What do you do in your free time? I love traveling to new places, going to concerts and festivals, and being outside (in the summer)
Where are you originally from? I am originally from a small town in Kansas but spent many years in Kansas City before moving to Nashville in 2020.