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experimenting with different combinations and flavors. As they continued making the shakes, the family lost a combined 60 pounds and gained significantly more energy.

Fast forward to December 2022, when Flores decided to take her family’s original recipes and bring them to the public by opening Craft. Some of the most popular drinks from the menu include the Cookie Monster, Fruity Pebbles and the Jolly Rancher. Each drink has at least 30 grams of protein and is less than 300 calories.

Arguably, many people who want to open a business never do so due to fear of failure. “You never know until you take the risk,” Flores said. “I have nothing to lose. There’s a health problem in the United States and everyone is on the go. At Craft, you can quickly grab something delicious, and you know you’re getting something healthy.”

When she’s not at Craft, Flores is studying business marketing at Union. Flores said she appreciates the flexibility and scheduling that Union offers, as she needs to have time in her day to run her business in between completing her business homework assignments.

“Kamily is an inspiration, not only to our students but to our college community. It takes a lot of courage to open a business and we know that she is learning skills for continued success during her time at Union,” stated Union’s president, Margaret M. McMenamin.

When she finishes at Union, Flores plans to continue her education and expand her business. She said she is grateful for the opportunity to open her own business and hopes to motivate future business owners. Flores is one of many students studying business marketing at Union. Flores is a role-model in her family, community and college.