Profile 13 Ruth Johnson - Friday's Fabulous Female


Ms. Ruth Johnson is this week's Friday's Fabulous Female.  Ms. Johnson is from the diverse and unique Caribbean country of Guyana on the South American continent.  WOB, Caribbean's research into this hardworking lady shows that she is all about giving back to the sisterhood as she is also an active supporter of Guyana's Association of Women Entrepreneurs. She is the CEO/Senior Event Planner for Ultra Corporate Events and she graciously took time out of her schedule to share a little about herself and her business story with us.


1.  Describe yourself in no more than three sentences, one if it is possible. 
She shared two very telling words with us, "Driven, [and] Innovative."
2.  Share with us what your business/work is all about? 
Ultra Corporate Events is an affordable and ingenious Wedding and Events Planning company.





3.  What is the main factor that got you involved or led you into this career/entrepreneurship?
"My love for planning and coordinating, also I've been to so many events/weddings and notice too many tiny (and crucial) details being overlooked."

4. What is your number 1 business principle?

"Simply, Listen to my clients."
5.  How critical is creativity in the running of your business?
 

She believe's creativity is key as, "...One's mind has to always be able to be innovative to keep ahead of the game."    
6.  What is the hardest lesson learned in business so far? 
Upcoming event in Georgetown, Guyana
While she did not specify on a particular lesson, Ruth stressed that being in business, "...is no walk in the park."
7.   Do you think that your experience is different in any way than a male in the same type of business? Please explain.
"I can't say cause the aren't any male that I know of in this field."

8.  List three things you just can’t go without?

"God, my phone and Ice Cream." (lol!)

9.  Who or What is your greatest motivation?
 My clients.

10.  Is there any advice you would like to share with other young women hoping to start or just starting out in business?
"You are your biggest cheerleader, forget the naysayers IT IS YOUR DREAM, not their's. 

Getting into any business is not easy but with determination, you will come out successful."

Bonus Question: “What, in your opinion, is the best thing about being female?”
Giggling she said, "We females always gets a FREE PASS."

Business/Contact Information:
  • Address - 551-10th Street, Cummings Lodge, Greater Georgetown, Guyana
  • Call - +592 650 4694
  • Email - ultracorporateevents@gmail.com
  • Facebook - www.facebook.com/ultracorporateevents/

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