2023 Business Excellence Winner: Laura Rios of What a Wood Work

Laura Rios of What a Wood Work is the 2023 Business Excellence winner for the Consumer Services category for a small company

Rios Laura HeadshotAs an entrepreneur, Laura is passionate about sustainable business practices and operates two businesses simultaneously in two different countries. In 2021, Laura founded What a Wood Work (WAWW Puzzles), a brand that specializes in crafting artisanal, eco-friendly and customizable wooden jigsaw puzzles, which created job opportunities for individuals in both countries. Laura seeks to collaborate with local artists, helping them grow their businesses and connecting with brick-and-mortar stores to cater custom-made puzzles for their specific clientele. As a driven mother of two, she balances her role within the community while pursuing her passions.

Categories: Business Excellence Award Recipients