Read the inspiring stories of entrepreneurs that participated in the Intuit IDEAS program and are making a difference in their communities.
Turning an obsession with clothing and shoes into helping stars feel their best
Amber Bond is among the visionaries, dreamers, and entrepreneurs who participated in the Intuit IDEAS program. Through her work she is making a difference, building a legacy, and achieving her dreams.
As the owner of Love is Bond, and a Los Angeles-based wardrobe stylist and costume specialist, Amber brings her talents to the sets of television and film productions to help people feel confident and comfortable in their roles.
Amber’s journey began at a young age, inspired by her mother’s sewing skills, and her love for custom-made clothing. Amber’s desire to succeed and her appreciation for the power of mentorship inspired her to join the Intuit IDEAS program, which changed her game. Through Intuit IDEAS, she gained access to software, training, and business coaching, which helped her with marketing campaigns, inventory management, invoices, payments, and taxes. The Intuit IDEAS program also provided mentorship, which became an essential aspect of Amber’s business.
It wasn’t easy, but with this valuable support, Amber paved the way for her business to grow. She shared how doing everything on her own for her pop-up stalls was disheartening and physically exhausting. It was frustrating when she didn’t get the return she was expecting, but the Intuit IDEAS program came at the right time. It helped lay out the framework for the systems she needs to put in place as she transitions into hiring and running her business efficiently.
Empowering others because when you look good, you feel good
Look good, feel good. Amber understood from early on that the way to empower others was to help them feel confident. Her journey highlights the value of providing people with clothing that fits perfectly, making them confident, comfortable, and ready to take on the day. When Amber achieves personal and professional goals, she looks forward to celebrating and acknowledging her successes, no matter how small.
Amber Bond is a true example of the doers, the dreamers, the entrepreneurs who care about making a difference. With her passion and drive, she’s sure to leave a lasting impact on her industry and community. If you’re in need of finding someone to help you look your best, check out Love is Bond.
About Intuit IDEAS
IDEAS stands for Invest, Develop, Empower, Accelerate and Scale.
Intuit IDEAS is a program empowering small business owners in cities across the United States to help improve entrepreneurs with their functioning, efficiency, earnings, and capital readiness.
Through Intuit IDEAS, small business owners receive free access to Intuit’s AI-driven expert platform and products, including QuickBooks, Mailchimp, and TurboTax. In addition to support from Intuit’s expert network, Intuit IDEAS participants also receive business counseling, executive coaching, and a grant to help them grow their businesses. Small business owners are boosting their revenue by an average of 23% and saving 16.5 hours monthly, enabling them to focus on growing their businesses and make a bigger impact in their communities.