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Faces in business: Debra Starr

Debra Starr, director of marketing and public relations, Animal Network.
Debra Starr, director of marketing and public relations, Animal Network.

Debra Starr

Director of Marketing and Public Relations

Animal Network, 610 Ixora Ave., Ellenton. animalnetworkinc.com

Q: What was the best business advice you ever received?

A: Don’t be afraid of the word “no.” If you don’t ask, then you won’t find out and won’t have the opportunity to get what you want.

Q: If you could choose another profession, what would it be?

A: Veterinarian, or anything that involves animals.

Q: What is the biggest risk you’ve taken in your career?

A: Moving to a new area without knowing anyone. I was a military brat and moved every 2-3 years of my life, also in my married life, but now I was able to put down roots here in Bradenton and learn about the community. It’s quite a sweet community. It’s been really nice.

Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you start?

A: On my bucket list is the Galapagos Island to see an unspoiled ecosystem.

Angie Monroe

This story was originally published March 28, 2017 at 12:20 PM with the headline "Faces in business: Debra Starr."

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