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Amy Ecklund Highlight
Failure is not failure. Failure is just an opportunity to learn something.
About Amy
- After earning my degree in environmental science, I spent 14 years working in a few environmental labs as well as doing quality assurance for an aerospace company.
- Outside of work, I bought a house for my young family and tackled home renovations without a second thought, having been taught how to fix things by my dad growing up.
- I eventually got burnt out and wasn’t as interested in my current career trajectory anymore, and decided I needed to shift.
- A friend introduced me to tools designed for women, sparking my dream to start a home repair business.
- I launched my first business through a handyman franchise, learning business basics along the way.
- After leaving the franchise, I honed my skills working for a real estate developer.
- In 2009, during a tough economy, I founded AmyWorks, determined to grow a trusted contracting company.
- I built a niche serving clients who value inclusivity, trust, and clear communication.