Hang Ten is an easily-digested, quick-to-read interview series. I created it to pick the brains of some powerhouse women that I’ve been fortunate enough to know because of SFB. I fire off the questions, you give the answers.
I’m so excited to be sharing this Hang Ten interview with Tracey Wei, one of the owners of Little Salmon.
Little Salmon is an Elmwood Village retailer that sells products to assist consumers in reducing their waste and having a positive impact on the environment. To my knowledge, we don’t have many other businesses in Western New York so committed to helping us live a sustainable lifestyle.
She’s From Buffalo celebrates Tracey for her unique vision as a businesswoman and her commitment to being a rockstar for our environment. Tracey, your work makes Buffalo a better place to be. Not all of us can say that. –MB
Hang Ten
1. What’s the first thing you do in the morning? Cuddle with my son
2. Without context, who are you missing right now? My kids
3. What’s been the most disappointing news headline in the past decade or so? People are still killing each other for the stupidest shit, all over the world
4. Who’s the best feminist you know? Many of my friends and my business/life partner
5. What’s something you’re proud of yourself for? Being able to breathe through stressful situations without lashing out [sometimes, ‘cuz it doesn’t work always]
6. What’s an object that will always remind you of your childhood?A stuffed animal that somehow looks like a lion and a rat, simultaneously
7. What’s the best live concert you’ve ever been to? Afro Punk in Brooklyn
8. What’s your love language? Listening
9. What’s a lesson you learned in college, that still rings true today? I can see some of you in the room will become stars one day, unfortunately not all of you. That’s just life.
10. What’s an organization that everyone should know about? Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Their slogan: “We work with businesses, government, & academia to build a framework for a circular economy that is regenerative by design
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Tracey Wei owns Little Salmon, a low-waste, sustainable retail store located in the Elmwood Village. You can drop by 230 Lexington Avenue to experience Little Salmon for yourself. Also, follow @littlesalmon.co on Instagram and visit the company’s website to discover the story behind the company’s name.