TIA CALLAWAY believes knowledge should be shared.
For her entire professional life, Callaway has been working with individuals and companies to help them grow. From managing employees at Starbucks to working with large multinational companies on team-building and culture, Callaway knows a thing or two about mentoring.
“Giving back has always been so important to me,” says Callaway.
“I have deep exposure through the corporate world of systems, business knowledge and practical tools for success. To pass those ideas along and help people be successful is what gives me purpose.”
Callaway is a volunteer mentor with SMARTstart, an entrepreneurial training program that mentors emerging local businesses. She spends up to 40 hours a year with business owners creating business plans and offering valuable advice.
“Tia is an absolute wealth of knowledge and is generous with sharing her experience and expertise,” says nominator and mentee, Ellen Wolfe.
“She truly wishes small business to succeed in a way that is both financially viable for the business owner but also balances the health and wellness of the businessperson.”
Beyond the corporate world, Callaway has been consistently involved in volunteerism since she was young. She has worked with adults with disabilities, food banks and community events, and was even part of a committee that fundraised $300,000 to build a playground at Heloise Lorimer School.