#19 Kerriann Hammock: Unapologetically Unruly

Diaries of a Boss Babe

Prepare for an inspiring deep dive into the life of Kerriann Hammock—a true powerhouse. This single mother and owner of Viollet Eve Candle Co and founder of Unruly Women Collective shares her journey of transforming her life from a corporate career in California to crafting candles and building a community in North Carolina.

In this candid conversation, we explore:

• From Hobby to Hustle: How candle making became a thriving business born from a pandemic hobby, blending art with science.
• The Courage to Start Over: Kerriann's move across the country spurred self-discovery and sparked a new chapter of independence and growth. She self evolution has taken many restarts over the years.
• Motherhood & Identity: The unique bond with her firstborn, the emotional rollercoaster of parenting, and the challenges of balancing her dreams with raising a family.
• Building Community: The importance of creating spaces that empower women, fostering connections, and uplifting others through shared experiences. Say hello to the Unruly Women Collective.
• Resilience Through Stoicism: How embracing stoicism has helped her navigate life’s challenges with grace and perspective.
• Lessons in Love & Friendship: Honest insights on relationships, red flags, supportive connections, and finding value in herself along the way. She candidly describes the misconception of abuse and narcissism. And gives little tid bits on what it's like to be thrust back into the dating world.
• Mental Health & Self-Awareness: Kerriann’s journey through self-discovery and the ongoing work of nurturing both mental and emotional well-being.

Kerriann opens up about the complexities of modern womanhood—juggling career and family, the strength found in vulnerability, and the beauty of building a life around her passions. Tune in for a conversation that’s as real as it is empowering, with takeaways for anyone on a path of personal growth and reinvention.

To learn more about your host, Katelyn Gerhardt:

Cultivate with KG: Katelyn is a business coach, consultant and speaker specializing in help women build their empire as a fierce and loving woman! She helps you bridge the gap between where you are now and where you dream to be. With a focus on building the woman who makes her daydreams a reality, she helps you get crystal clear on what you want and helps you implement the plan to get there one step at a time. If you're looking to start or build a business, grow your team, expand, hire, or create an intentional company culture; let's do it. She's helped hundreds of women master their time so they can build the life they desire. She offers self paced courses, 1:1 coaching and workshops!

Independence Academy: In 2015, Katelyn co-founded Independence Academy a private Montessori and Reggio inspired school serving children 2 yrs through elementary. Sitting on 13 acres, Independence Academy is a place where children are immersed in nature and are taking back their childhood. With a team of 30+ women, (and her smokin' hot and oh so wise husband), Katelyn's mission is to create a ripple affect that will impact the lives of the children that attend, their families, and her team to give them skills and a mindset that will forever serve them on their journey.

Diaries of a Boss Babe Podcast: The passion project! Cultivating community is the main mission of this podcast. To connect, to relate, to create magic one conversation at a time. Come follow along on Instagram where we keep the conversation going and need YOUR input!