Her Story
About Lolita
Lolita Hunter is the owner of Love and Hugs in Norco, California. She opened the indoor playground and party room five years ago after a career in restaurants and recently added an e-commerce storefront for party supplies, describing it as a one-stop party shop. Her earlier experience includes roles with Compass Group, Denny's, Red Lobster, Marie Callender's, and serving as a restaurant trainer at Raising Cane's. She personally painted and designed her nearly 6,000 square foot space and has hosted over 100 birthday parties. Hunter belongs to the Black Chamber of Commerce and Norco City Chamber of Commerce. She credits consistency, focus, and a drive to spread love and hugs for her success, drawing from advice by her first boss Al Flores and business lessons from her grandmother.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Lolita
01What do you attribute your success to?
It's consistency and staying focused. I'm a very driven person. I wake up and I go to sleep with love and hugs because I think the world needs more love and hugs.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Consistency was the key, whether it was in a relationship, whether it was in business, that just stay consistent, and that consistency grows.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Just stay genuine to yourself. You're gonna have a lot of outside noise. You have to know how to focus and keep moving forward despite of the distractions.
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