We’re looking forward to introducing you to Brittany Vermilyea. Check out our conversation below.
Brittany, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
I wake up and intentionally avoid looking at my phone right away. I start by reading a passage from the Bible (my goal is to read the entire Bible this year!), then get up and get ready for the day—usually light makeup and something comfortable I can actually move in.
Next, I head out for a walk, which has been a total game changer for how I start my day. When I get back home, I make a simple breakfast—two eggs and sweet potatoes—along with an iced coffee. From there, I sit down and map out my day with three to-do lists: one personal, one for Tini Mobile Bar, and one for my day job as an operations manager at a nonprofit in Denver.
This 90-minute routine has been incredibly grounding. As a small business owner who works from home, having structure in the morning sets the tone for everything that follows, and without it, the day can feel a lot more scattered.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Brittany! I’m the founder of Tini Mobile Bar, and at its core, my business really grew out of my love for hosting. I’ve always been the friend who loved setting a beautiful table, planning a menu, mixing cocktails, and creating a space where people could could feel taken care of. After years of doing this for friends and family, I realized it was the part of my life that consistently lit me up, and that spark eventually turned into the idea for my business!
Before Tini Bar, I worked in corporate communications, and while I learned a lot, I was burnt out and tired of the grind. I’ve always had an entrepreneurial spirit and knew I wanted a career where I could choose my own adventure each day, lean into creativity, and build something that felt personal and meaningful. Starting Tini Bar gave me that outlet.
I’m originally from Arvada, Colorado, and my community has played a huge role in helping me grow this brand—from early clients to constant encouragement and referrals. Alongside running my business, I also work as an operations manager at a nonprofit in Denver, which provides the perfect amount of structure and balance to my days. I love being able to support my community in a different way through that work.
Right now, I’m focused on refining my offerings, leaning even more into customization, and continuing to build a brand rooted in hospitality. At the heart of it all, I truly just love bringing people together and creating moments that feel thoughtful. Cheers!
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
Without question, my relationship with my mom shaped how I see myself more than anything else. She passed away ten years ago, but her spirit and memory are deeply woven into who I am and into the decision to start my business.
My mom was a stay-at-home mom who also wore many hats: caretaker to family members, an administrative assistant to a doctor, the person schools and communities relied on, and truly the best mom. She did it all with so much pride and grace. Watching her showed me that “work” and “career” don’t have to fit into a traditional box—they’re about doing what fulfills you, what serves others, and what feels true to who you are.
When I eventually found myself burnt out and unfulfilled in my corporate career, I felt a strong pull to choose something different. In many ways, it felt like my mom’s voice reminding me that it was okay to go after joy, to take a risk, and to build a life that felt meaningful. Her example gave me permission to trust myself, and that continues to guide me every day.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Do it sooner!! Quit the job, take the trip, and choose what makes you happy. Don’t let fear of failure, worrying about letting others down, or the weight of other people’s expectations keep you from betting on yourself. Passion and joy will carry you further—and feel so much more fulfilling—than any promotion ever will.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
Believing that things don’t just happen—you have to meet them halfway. You can wish and manifest all you want, but real opportunities come from putting yourself in the right rooms, showing up consistently, and doing the work when no one’s watching. I’m also a big believer that we usually have more time than we think…it just gets eaten up by doom scrolling. Work hard, stay curious, and find something you genuinely love doing—the effort feels a lot lighter when your heart’s in it.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
I think my customers would miss having someone they can truly rely on. From the moment they book, they know they don’t have to worry about a thing—and that kind of trust feels rare these days. I take a lot of pride in being a steady, dependable partner during people’s celebrations.
They’d probably also miss the personal connection. Many of my clients end up feeling more like friends, and I have a feeling those relationships wouldn’t just disappear, I’d still be getting texts. And of course, they’d miss the custom cocktails and bar-scapes…though I suspect I’d still get roped into helping with drink ideas long after I “retired.”
Contact Info:
- Website: https://tinimobilebar.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/tinimobilebar
Image Credits
@dustinmoonvisuals
