Carolyn Schrier is the Director of Marketing for Mitzvah Market, a comprehensive resource for Jewish families planning their Bar & Bat Mitzvah celebrations.
Carolyn and I met just a few years ago at one of their vendor showcases, where families get to interact with DJs, caterers, entertainers, decorators - if you've ever been to a wedding or bridal expo, it's like that, but for 13 year-olds.
In this episode we discuss how Carolyn went from a degree in economics to a career in service of the Jewish community, why we should refrain from judging how others choose to celebrate special occasions, and of course, her story of a chance encounter with lasting impact.
And by the way, her story literally moved me to tears over and over again during post production.
