Have you ever pitched an idea, vision, or business plan you believed in, only to be told it would never work?
Our next guest, Chris Bovey, experienced exactly that. Instead of backing down, he used the rejection as fuel, refining his concept and adjusting his path to not only succeed, but to spark a city-wide movement.
He’s the artist and entrepreneur behind Vintage Print, whose throwback-style prints have become synonymous with Spokane’s identity.
From building a business one print at a time to saving the iconic Garland Theater from closing, Chris’s story is all about betting on your gut, staying true to your vision and creating something that lasts. This is a conversation about grit, heart, and the power of saying “yes” to yourself
Show Flow:
00:00 Overcoming Fear and Excuses
00:50 Meet Chris Bovey: Turning Rejection into Fuel 01:35
Chris’s Journey from Australia to Spokane
03:31 High School Struggles and Finding a Passion for Drama
09:13 From Drama to Graphic Design: Discovering a New Path
19:21 The Inlander Opportunity: A Dream Come True
27:30 The Birth of Vintage Print: From Rejection to Success
36:51 Facing Challenges and Realizing Potential
37:31 Creative Projects and Workplace Struggles
39:18 Taking the Leap to Full-Time Art
40:54 Building a Business and Community Engagement
47:36 Opening a Storefront and Overcoming Obstacles
53:33 Saving the Garland Theater
57:03 Nostalgia and Community Impact
01:07:57 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Hard Work
01:13:41 Current Endeavors and Future Vision