June Trinidad turned a first-time franchise investment into a business built on service, creativity and relationships.
“I’d never owned a business before, but one day I was on the phone with my mother and she mentioned that a cousin had purchased a franchise and was doing well,” said Trinidad. “Early one morning, I jumped on the computer and searched The UPS Store. I sent them a letter, and three days later they contacted me and told me they were interested. That was in February, and by May I was signing on the dotted line.”
Trinidad owns the only UPS Store in Camp Verde. She said the past 15 years have been a fun ride, especially the creative side of the business. “I worked for a newspaper for many years doing graphic design and other jobs, so I enjoy helping customers with flyers, banners, brochures and other aspects of print,” she said. “By working in a small town, you get to know a lot of people. That’s a big plus, and many customers have become friends.”
Businessowner Christa Brunori says every time she steps in The UPS Store, she is greeted with a warm welcome and extraordinary service. “June is one of the most dedicated and hard-working employers I have encountered,” said Brunori, who owns Horsin’ Around Adventure. “We have been doing business with her for over a decade and her passion for providing quality service is unmatched. I commend June for being there and taking care of business every day. It is a testament of her character, devotion and determination to provide our community with excellence.”
Looking back, Trinidad said opening the business came with challenges, but having a supportive franchisor made all the difference. “Since this was my first business and I did not go to school for business, The UPS Store really helped me and did much of the groundwork, as well as supported me whenever I needed it,” she said. “Overall, it’s been a lot of fun, and I would do it again.”
Originally from Long Island, New York, Trinidad grew up in a family that traveled frequently because of her father’s business. She met her husband, Carlos, in Anchorage, Alaska. The couple later moved to Camp Verde, where they raised their two sons.
In her free time, Trinidad keeps busy tending her garden, caring for her 18 chickens and walking her dogs. She said she feels blessed both professionally and personally, and is grateful that her parents, both in their 90s, are healthy and independent. “My husband and I both have longevity in our family,” she said. “My father-in-law just passed away days before his 100th birthday.”
Along with shipping and printing, the Camp Verde UPS Store offers mailboxes, packing, notary services, direct mail and more. VVBN
By V. Ronnie Tierney, VVBN
The Camp Verde UPS Store is located at 522 Finnie Flat Road and is open daily. For more information, call 928-567-7701.
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