Deborah Parks had a lifelong love for vintage clothing. But it wasn’t until she was helping a friend pick out second hand clothing for charity that she realized she could turn a hobby into a business. Having just left a career in HR without the means or funds to start up a new business, Debbie applied for a self-employment program with the government and started Vintage Vibes Boutique, first selling her wares at clothing shows and flea markets, then as a shop in 2012.
