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Vault Episode 4: Cameron & Ying Nance - Part 2
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What happens when a Thai influencer and a suit entrepreneur fall in love across continents? Cam and Ying Nance's remarkable journey proves that sometimes life's sweetest opportunities arise from unexpected circumstances.
Their story begins in Thailand, where Cam was expanding his custom suit business and Ying was working as an influencer from a privileged background. Despite cultural differences and a 12-hour time difference, their connection grew through persistent FaceTime calls and visits. The relationship reached a crossroads when they had to decide who would relocate - a decision that would dramatically alter one of their lives forever.
When COVID-19 struck, Ying found herself stranded in Utah, unable to return to Thailand. During quarantine, a disappointing $4 donut delivery sparked an idea. "I think I could do better," she told Cam's mother, and Chubby Baker was born. Starting from a home kitchen with no baking experience, Ying created unique coconut-infused donuts that quickly gained a following through her savvy influencer marketing approach.
Meanwhile, Cam continued expanding his Bespoke suit business across multiple cities. Together, they navigated marriage, pregnancy, and building successful businesses while creating a life in Utah. Their parallel entrepreneurial journeys demonstrate how complementary skills and mutual support can lead to remarkable success, even when neither could have predicted their current path.
Now expecting their second child while opening their third donut shop, they reflect on finding balance between ambitious business goals and family priorities. Their story isn't just about donuts and suits - it's about taking risks, adapting to the unexpected, and building something meaningful together, no matter how improbable the beginning might seem.
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Chapters
1. Vault Episode 4: Cameron & Ying Nance - Part 2 (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to the Vault Series (00:01:52)
3. Cam's Business Journey Begins (00:02:24)
4. Meeting in Thailand and Early Dating (00:07:55)
5. Long-Distance Relationship Challenges (00:19:21)
6. The "Are You Busy December 10th?" Proposal (00:29:09)
7. Birth of Chubby Baker (00:34:46)
8. Business Growth and Family Planning (00:47:23)
9. Future Plans and Utah as Home (01:06:27)
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