"Here I am with my younger sister, Stefanie, practicing the baton at about age 6. Very serious. What I love about working for Laura’s WJF is our mission. We provide great tasting treats with excellent customer service and seek to inspire those we work with. We believe in the common sense approach to matters. I loved many of my jobs in the past. One was assisting a hot air balloon company – I painted the banners on the side or held the rope when it was inflated. I also sold wedding gowns as my very first job at $3.25 per hour. Getting my first paycheck at age 15 was the most amazing feeling! I am proud to create a work environment that inspires people of all ages to be their best and love working with people who love what they do. Plus, I feel that I truly am offering great choices to families and individuals who are looking to eat more wholesome treats!”
Our “Dr. Laura” (yes, she IS an M.D.) is our founder, chief cookie-cutter and leader.
“I was born and raised in small-town, Quincy, CA, but have lived in the Los Angeles area for over 20 years. I’ve worked on many films, TV shows & commercials. Next to Dr. Laura, I have worked for Laura’s WJF since it started—at that time hand-delivering orders to the first two stores we were in.
Now, I enjoy visiting stores and travel doing demos in stores around the country combined with my comedy gigs. You can check out more about me on Facebook and MySpace where you can view clips or my blog.”
Cole is a key part of our growth and marketing strategies. When not performing comedy in clubs, he’s introducing folks to our Bite-lettes in stores nationwide and entertaining them at the same time.
“My name is Char. Originally from the Midwest, I relocated to Las Vegas in 2001. I started doing demonstrating work and was extremely lucky to be asked to demo at the very “first” grand opening of the Whole Foods Market which I was praying for.
Upon recommendations from Marketing to several vendors, Dr. Laura asked me if I would please do demos for her, and I started demoing our “Junk Food Cookies” in 2004. They were a big hit and a lot of fun to do. I get a lot of laughs from our “unique name” – customers just love it! I have also been asked if I am the Dr. Laura that tells everyone what to do on the radio station. HA! As the company grew, Dr. Laura asked me if I would like to work for her from home so I started in 2005 in customer service in addition to doing demos.
Coming from cold Chicago winters, putting on your slippers and going to work at home are jobs people are only wishing they could get! I gave away my snow shovels, rakes, and boots. Instead of slippers, I go to work in flip-flops or sandals most of the year. It can’t get any better!
Working in the Natural/Health Food Markets and for our cookie company, I have learned a lot about healthier food choices, peoples’ special diets/restrictions, and I am thrilled to be able to offer them a tasty, high-quality little “Junk Food” snack!”
Char’s great people- and follow-up skills have greatly contributed to our growth and ability to stay connected with folks in the stores.
“A Midwesterner, I was born & raised in MO and now reside in KS. When I’m not dodging tornadoes or dealing with ice storms, I like to spend time with my husband and kids. I love animals, and have 2 cats & a dog. A Catholic convert, I’m very involved in the lay movement of Communion & Liberation. My friends describe me as creative and intelligent. I guess that’s why I’m a PBS kind of gal- I’m interested in museums, art, writing, theatre, science, etc. Did I mention I sing? First soprano- although the days of hitting high C are long gone.
I love creative, unique stuff that shows a passion for life. I was intrigued by LWJF when a former co-worker received some bite-lettes™ and shared them with me. They tasted good, were natural, and different than other healthy cookies I had tried. Working for LWJF has been great, too. Whether it’s marketing, sales or operations, being able to put my creativity and knowledge to use is a refreshing change from the short-sighted corporations I’d worked for in the past. Everyone is great to work with, and we all bring unique talents to the table to help make Laura’s WJF special.”
Karen’s internet researching and writing skills balance out the rest of the company, bringing a strong analytical left brain to the table.
