Rachel Elam

I have been living in Lexington my whole life. Went to LCA then graduated at Georgetown College with a BS in Business. I also attended IED (istituto europeo di design) in Florence, Italy for fashion design. I am very creative and great with my hands when it comes to sewing or making things. There, I learned I really love writing and was published by the Florentine in Florence, Italy. Post-college, I got very involved with my community as well as the communities I visit when I travel. With work I travel the world and have been to 26 countries. I am a big supporter of local businesses. Last year I was in Leadership Central Kentucky with the Chamber of Commerce during the pandemic and this year will be in the Leadership Lexington class. I love to learn and work with others on projects. My door is always open for those that want to collaborate and work with me.

Q: How long have you lived/worked in Lexington?
26 years, 11 years working

Q: What led you to your current career and why do you love it?
Family hobby for 3 generations and it is therapeutic

Q: What would you like for people to know about your job/business?
Provident Crossing Honey

Q: What or who has been your biggest inspiration?
Both my dad and a great uncle that got me into it

Q: What is your favorite restaurant in Lexington and what is your go-to item on the menu?
The Merrick, pecan-crusted pork tenderloin

Q: If you could travel to anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
I have been to many places around the world, but my favorite so far is Slovenia. It is a little girl’s fairytale.

Q: What is your favorite thing about Lexington?
the support of local businesses

Q: Where do you take friends and family from out of town when they visit?
MIDWAY

Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Owning my own firm and teaching my kids to beekeeping

Q: If you could have lunch with any living person, who would it be?
John Weece

Q: Where can we find you on your day off?
beekeeping

Q: What is something on your bucket list?
skydive

Q: What is something that most people don’t know about you?
that I am a published writer in Italy

Q: What is a topic you wish you knew more about?
Real Estate

Q: What is your favorite movie or TV show & what are you currently binge-watching?
Fav. tv show is one tree hill and binge-watching Outer Banks

Q: What do you feel that is an essential part of your daily or weekly routine that contributes to your overall well-being?
Positive affirmations and journaling. Starting the day on a positive note brings wonderful things to fruition.

Q: If you were cast in a movie, who would your co-star be?
Sophia Bush

Q: Who is your go-to band or artist when you can’t decide on something to listen to?
Post Malone

Q: If you could give advice to any group of people, what would it be?
Work hard for what you want. No one is going to do it for you.