Meet Andrew Carter! Andrew is the owner of Barista Alley, a popular coffee shop in Downtown Greer. They just moved locations to the Bennett building which is across the street from their old location. Barista Alley is more than a coffee shop. It is a “place that brings the community together”. The shop features crepes, smoothies, Acai bowls, teas and of course, coffee. Barista Alley is a great place to meet friends, work, have an interview or just relax. We are glad to have Andrew #hereinGreer.
Q: Please tell us a little about your family.
A: I live within 10 minutes of Downtown Greer. I am married to Rebecca. We have been married for four years. I have three brothers.
Q: Please tell us about your current career. What do you love most about what you do?
A: I love the people. I love the spot. This place is where first dates happen and people come to hang out. Customer service is my priority.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
A: I was born and raised in Greer.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
A: L’Incanto, Great Bay Oyster House and the Strip Club.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
A: Jason Clark with the Strip Club. He always has ideas and is really fun to talk with.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the work right now, where would it be and why?
A: New Zealand. It’s exotic and I would like to see the scenery and learn about the different types of culture.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
A: “Be Happy, don’t take stuff so serious.”
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
A: To get my pilots license and to start a scuba business. I always liked teaching people. I like to invest in someone starting their own business. I find joy in helping others to start something.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
A: Helicopter Park – Kids Planet. I use to play baseball there and that was our spot when I was growing up.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
A: The train is cool at the Inland Port.
Q: What is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
A: I am good with metal and wood. I have a secret obsession with airplanes.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
A: I love the mountains, the Gorges and Lake Jocassee
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday?
A: I love the Fall. Thanksgiving – the weather is beautiful. there’s tons of food and the family is together. It’s a happy time and feels good.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
A: My wife and my family is supportive and encouraging.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the work HOME?
A: Laugh, Love and Family
