Meet Nicki James. She's lived in Kamloops for 40 years!
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kamloops?
From the Shuswap and have lived in Kamloops 40 years!
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My husband, Bryan. He makes me happy, he keeps it real and I just love him!
What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
Castle & Cottages.
Describe yourself in one word.
Kind.
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Italy, it looks so romantic.
What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
Working out.
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
A few weeks ago I was tapped on the shoulder by a man and he said you worked at a place I shopped at a long time ago and I wanted to thank you because I was a 12-year-old boy whose parents had split, which was the hardest time for me and he said you made a difference in my life because I was always so nice to him! I shuck his hand and I walked away thinking 'Wow! We sometimes don’t even know, we made a difference.'
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Traveling on a bus to Vancouver in the summer with my brothers to spend time with our grandparents.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
Whenever the opportunity arises, I’m very proud to say that through my store I have been able to give to many causes. Personally, I have had many opportunities like performing in 'Dancing With The Stars' for breast cancer is one I will cherish as it was dedicated to a close friend.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
Equality for all people.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
Helping the homeless. It saddens me because those people are someone’s son, daughter, mom, or dad.
What do you think makes Kamloops great?
Our community is so generous when it comes to giving back. Warms my heart that the people in Kamloops are so giving.
What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. Traveling across Canada
2. Going on a riverboat cruise
3. Renew our vowes
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I'm a twin.
How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Instagram and Facebook oh and a good old phone call!
What is the name of your business/organization?
Main Street Clothing.
Why did you get into/start this business?
Fashion has always been a passion of mine.
What is the goal of your business?
Always working hard to provide our customers with the best experience possible.
What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Not enough time in a day.
What do you always find yourself saying?
'You've got this!'
Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Hang with people who inspire you and look at the cup half full.
If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Bruno Mars! Love his life story and his energy is infectious.
Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
To help our community to stay economically healthy.
What has been your proudest accomplishment?
My business Main Street Clothing and being able to play high-level soccer with my two daughters.
Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Colin Lyons. He works so had for his business and I have never seen a person give so much back to his community.
My choice for the KamloopsBCNow In Focus spotlight is:
Colin Lyons owner Lyons Landscaping.
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