Area Directors get honest about what difficulties they faced starting an N2 magazine, and what they now love most about the opportunity.
Shubhangi Garg
I was a dentist before taking over my own N2 publication from someone who owned it before me.
Annie Bendalin
Before coming to N2, I held a number of marketing roles for some major brands.
RYAN JONES
I’ve always worked in sales but the profit margin I make through N2 is amazing. Joining N2 was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made for my family.
Macy Knoble
Before joining N2, I was a kindergarten teacher who loved my job but worked too many hours.
Andrea Rominger
Before joining N2, I was a TV reporter and producer. I’ve also been an entrepreneur and business owner with Arbonne International for many years.
Jen Pizer
I was a stay-at-home mom and “volunteer extraordinaire” before owning my own N2 publication.
AARON HUTCHISON
I’ve worked as a National Sales manager and an assistant college baseball coach. I joined N2 in 2012 but pursued another opportunity in 2021. I’m back because I didn’t want to build someone else’s dream – I wanted to run my business on my terms.
Michelle Kingsfield
I was a television news anchor for 20 years prior to owning my own N2 publication.
Heidi Platusic
Prior to N2, I worked in the construction industry for a developer selling homes.
Jenny Ladd
Prior to joining N2, I was the business and operations manager for East Cooper Meals on Wheels.
Robert Smith
I was a wide receiver at Clemson University and played in the NFL. I now own multiple N2 magazines under different brands.
Sam Lucciarini
I’m still a licensed REALTOR® as well as running my N2 magazine. There’s no one else doing anything close to what we’re doing.
Thomas Theriot
Prior to N2, I was a new LSU grad looking for a great career opportunity.
Kaylie Oppedisano
I was a corporate account executive for almost 10 years before owning my publication business.
Stephen Gibbons
Prior to N2, I was in medical device sales for the majority of my career.
Brian Schuller
I was a business owner in the travel industry before joining N2.
Kelly Kilmer
I was a real estate broker before I joined N2, and still am today. I was looking for freedom, with support from a franchise. My nights and weekends are back!
Jordan Espeseth
Before N2, I worked in healthcare. Now I run four Real Producers magazines in the DFW area.
ALEXIS BRINKLEY
I work whenever and wherever I want and prioritize being with my growing boys. In my past career, I was a photographer.
Peter Zimmerman
I worked for large corporations as a purchasing manager and a supply chain director before joining N2.
