Building Bommarito Art: A Journey of Passion, Grit, and Mentorship

Skip the Lines Podcast, with Jonathan Mitchell

In this episode of the Skip the Lines podcast hosted by Jonathan Mitchell, guests Jeff and Dan Bommarito share their story of building Bommarito Art, a premier art studio based in San Diego. They dive into their upbringing in Oregon, their individual journeys, and how they came together to create a thriving business that ships to all 50 states and over 30 countries.
Jeff and Dan discuss their different interests growing up, the influence of their grandfather, and the evolution of their business. They offer insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of building a brand in the saturated market of art and photography.
Tune in to learn about their strategies for scaling their business, their diverse offerings from retail art to high-end custom pieces, and their future goals in the industry!
Highlights
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Early Life and Upbringing
01:54 Diverging Interests and Early Careers
05:12 Educational Journeys and Military Service
07:24 The Birth of Bommarito Art
10:13 Building the Brand and Overcoming Challenges
19:09 Expanding Business Ventures and Partnerships
25:30 Building Relationships in Business
26:10 The Value of Professionalism
26:35 Challenges in the ADU Space
27:44 Expanding into Interior Design
28:40 Corporate Gifting Strategies
33:10 The Importance of Mentorship
47:30 Finding Your Passion and Focus
49:14 The Dangers of Greed in Business
51:02 Conclusion and Future Plans

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