Perth is a beautiful area and there are so many different venue options to choose from. On over 100 acres of farmland, you will find Ecotay, a 19th century homestead that's one of Lanark County's most saught-after wedding destinations, go-to spot for homemade wood fired pizzas, and a space that hosts regular Sunday markets for vendors with live music, a bar, and is a regular meeting spot for friends and family to gather, while supporting local!
Co-owners, Natasha Lackey and Sarah Noonman (cousins) sat down with me to not only share how they took over this business (along with Natasha's husband), but also...
✨ Working with family members as equal partners in an event business without stepping on each other's toes + staying in your own lanes
✨What it's been like (so far) being a wedding venue that comes with it's unforeseen challenges, such as rainy weather, wandering guests, and drunken wedding drama
✨ How the babes from Aruma Therapy passed along their knowledge and love for hosting markets to Natasha and Sarah + the importance of knowledge sharing in business
✨ How the Small Business Advisory Centre has been instrumental in their business development through various workshops and resources Natalie had accessed - and all the upcoming Ai workshops that are taking place this fall!
