21. Building Better Planners: How Heather Harris Became the Hidden Force Behind Top Stationery Brands

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The Entrepreneur's Blueprint

Courtney Cook

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Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or a business owner looking for inspiration? Join Courtney Cook on The Entrepreneur's Blueprint as she dives into the stories of passionate entrepreneurs and small business owners. Discover what sparked their entrepreneurial journey, the challenges they faced, and how they stay motivated through it all. Whether you're just starting out or already managing your own business, this podcast reveals that entrepreneurship is more attainable than it appears, while offering moments of connection for those already on the journey.

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21. Building Better Planners: How Heather Harris Became the Hidden Force Behind Top Stationery Brands

The Entrepreneur's Blueprint

34 minutes 33 seconds

6 months ago

21. Building Better Planners: How Heather Harris Became the Hidden Force Behind Top Stationery Brands

In this episode, I chat with Heather Harris, the founder of Copper Bottom Design Co., a boutique agency specializing in custom planner design and overseas production. With over 20 years in the print and design industry and a background working with brands like Tiffany & Co. and Barneys, Heather now partners with visionary founders to bring stationery products to life from start to finish. We talk about how one Facebook post jumpstarted her business, the behind-the-scenes reality of overseas production, what it’s like to be the “ghostwriter” of an entire product line, and why she’s committed to growing slow and staying small.

We cover:

- How Heather got her start in the planner industry

- Her unexpected pivot from greeting cards to manufacturing consulting

- Lessons learned from tariffs, pandemics, and production delays

- How she’s stepping into a true CEO role after a decade in business

If you’re a founder developing products or considering overseas manufacturing, this episode is a goldmine.

Episode Links:

Visit Copper Bottom’s Website: https://www.copperbottomdesign.com/

Copper Bottom Design Co on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/copperbtmdesign/

Visit Monarch COO: https://www.monarchcoo.com/