We had the good fortune of connecting with Bobbie Fortier and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Bobbie, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
My thought behind starting the Pull Tab Caddy business was to solve a very practical problem I encountered: the frustration of unorganized pull-tabs leading to missing important call outs. I saw firsthand how disorganization in this small but crucial aspect could lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities. By developing a solution to keep pull-tabs neatly organized and readily accessible, I aimed to streamline the process and reduce the chances of missing critical notifications. This simple idea of improving organization has had a meaningful impact on Pull-Tab caddy users across the nation.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I am a software engineer in the aerospace industry. My day to day tasks include testing Software that is used on the International Space Station and debugging it for flaws and errors. I’ve worked in this industry for over 10 years, and it’s truly been my dream job. The challenges I’ve faced throughout my career have sharpened my problem-solving skills, allowing me to persevere through obstacles, think critically about potential outcomes, and choose the best course of action to get things done efficiently.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I’m a big fan of good food, drinks with great friends and playing bingo. Perry’s is a must for their famous pork chop, and you can’t miss the fried fish at Soul Food in Third Ward or Frenchy’s legendary fried chicken. For BBQ, Rudy’s on I-10 in Katy is my go-to spot. I also love catching movies, Alamo Theater in Katy is my favorite theater—it’s got a great atmosphere and friendly crowd. Bingo is a must for me throughout the week, I play at least four times a week. My regular spot is Big Bux Bingo Hall, but I also enjoy playing at H-Town, Katy Bingo Hall, and Kings Bingo Hall.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My family and friends have been incredibly supportive throughout this journey, but most of all, I have to thank Dottie. She encouraged me and gave me the push I needed to take things to the next level. Mr. Guzman has been a valuable source of advice, and I owe a special thanks to Tonya and IAMCASH for sticking with me from the very beginning. I’m also grateful to Karen, my first customer, for believing in the product. Along the way, numerous associates have offered their guidance and advice, which has been instrumental in this process.

Website: https://www.pull-tabscaddy.com/

Instagram: pulltabcaddymommy

Other: TikTok: @bobbiefortier

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Bobbie Fortier

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