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To keep you connected during the good, bad, and messy moments of life.
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I started designing cards after my husband's cancer diagnosis in 2017. I wanted to create cards that used our motto, "laughter is the best medicine" to support the cancer community. My business, Better + Co., grew to include cards for all seasons and became Five Dot Post in 2021.
A portion of all profits is given to esophageal cancer research.
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Our designs are relatable, funny, and just hit differently. We use high-quality materials that let your recipients know you care.
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When Tommy had to have radiation for the first time in 2017, he had to get five tattoo dots on his chest for the procedure. I thought it was only fair for me to have to get five tattoo dots too. The five dots on my arm have since been a daily reminder that although Tommy is the one in treatment, this is our fight. When I started my second card shop a few years back, I didn't know what it might become one day, but I knew I wanted to build in upon deep love, support, and connection, thus, Five Dot Post was born.
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SHOUTOUT LA
We had the good fortune of connecting with Jessica Walker and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Jessica, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
I never had plans to become an entrepreneur. 52 days after our wedding, my husband was diagnosed with cancer. (cont.)
STATIONERY TRENDS
A maker and retailer that offers gifts and support for cancer fighters, caregivers and survivors.
With so many retailers and makers facing similar challenges right now, we encourage you to Share Your Story so we may share your story and help other independent retailers and creators in the industry.
Jessica Walker founded Better and Company, an online maker and retailer, in 2018 after her husband received a cancer diagnosis. “I noticed there were not a lot of great options for cancer specific cards, and I wanted to create a line that used ‘laughter as medicine,’ which is how we have combat every hurdle so far,” she explained. (cont.)
SMARTPRESS
For Jessica Walker, owner of Better + Co., cancer hit close to home and sparked a small business idea. To spread joy and inspiration with Smartpress’ Greeting Cards, Walker mastered the art of card printing, using direct, unabashed messaging and bright, bold colors that not only perk up patients, but also their families, friends and care teams. (cont.)
BUZZFEED
9. Or an "I Miss Being Less Than Six Feet Away From You" card any friend you used to get to see on the reg will appreciate (shout out to literally ....... all our friends).
OOLA
Don’t let travel restrictions and 14-day quarantines keep you from connecting with loved ones this year. Five Dot Post offers a minimalistic way to spread some good cheer over the holidays from miles away.
GMA
Five Dot Post is carried by The Good Snail which was featured on Good Morning America.
REFINERY 29
How could we not shout-out the one-stop-shop for everything handmade? From DIY computer templates to hand-painted one-of-a-kind winter scenes, to kitschy illustrations, Etsy is a dream shopping destination for every kind of greeting and holiday card you could imagine.
Shop Etsy
FiveDotPost Social Distancing Holidays Card, $5.00, available at Etsy.
REAL SIMPLE
If you aren’t in the mood to share a photo this year, these sleek cards send your socially distanced (but still warm-hearted) greetings.
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Jessica Walker
FOUNDER AND CEO
Jess is an entrepreneur based in Long Beach, CA. She started designing cards in 2018 after her husband Tommy's cancer diagnosis and grew Five Dot Post throughout his four-year fight as a way to support her family while serving the cancer community. Her love of greeting cards and small business led to a heart-centered company whose goal is to make connections of all kinds more accessible. "Don't know what to say? Let us help." became the motto that Five Dot Post is built upon. Tommy passed away on Thanksgiving 2021, and Jess is continuing her business as a way to honor his positivity, humor, and fight. Five Dot Post cards have been featured on numerous news sites including Refinery 29, GMA, The Home Edit, Huff Post, Buzzfeed, and more.
Chat entrepreneurship, caregiving, resilience, positivity, small business, and more!
Do our cards align with your audience? We would love to send you three cards of your choice so you can host a giveaway!