Claudia Lugo
Chula Vista, CA (USA)
Role(s):
Founder/Owner/Principal
Pinata World
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Location:
Chula Vista
Industry:
Retail/Clothing
Year Founded:
2005
Number Employees:
1-10 people
Description:
Our family owned business has been in operation since May of 2005. We started selling pinatas and Mexican Candy under a 10x10 canopy in our local weekly farmer's market. After 6 months, we saw a need to expand to and we decided to open up a small 980 sq. ft. warehouse adding party rentals and party supplies. After 9 months in a crowded off-the beaten path warehouse, we were presented with an opportunity to move to a 3,200 sq. ft. location in a more visible area. We specialize in pinatas and children's parties and are looking to expand our product lines to include seasonal and adult themes. Our business was started up with savings and our home's equity. Our sales increased 40% since moving to the bigger location. We moved from the industrial area to a shopping mall in August of 2009.