Hey there, I’m Kim.

I’m the founder of Backroadpicking & EcommConnected — which is really just a fancy way of saying I spend my days finding things, saving things, and selling things you probably don’t need… but really, really want.

Since the late 1900s (isn’t that a funny way to say 1998?), I’ve been hunting down vintage treasures, antiques, and random finds that make me smile. I started on eBay, added my own website, hopped on Etsy, and now even do live selling — because apparently I like to juggle a million things.

After nearly 30 years of buying, selling, and running businesses, I’ve learned a few things — some the hard way, some the fun way, and some in the “What on earth was I thinking?” way.

My Corporate Detour (a.k.a. The Decade of Controlled Chaos)

Before going all-in on my own businesses, I spent almost ten years in the wild world of SaaS — from scrappy start-up to acquisition. As part of the senior leadership team, I:

• Built a team of 30+ without HR, without a budget, and without losing my mind (most days).
• Created processes before anyone knew these processes were a thing we needed.
• Worked with teams that were amazing, and others… well… let’s just say “character building.”
• Got great advice, bad advice, and no advice at all — sometimes in the same week, or day.
• Was told I was a delight, and told I was a pain — occasionally in the same sentence.

Basically, it was like any good job: some days were a roller coaster, others were a walk in the park… and sometimes the roller coaster was in the park.

Why I’m Here

I’m a small business advocate with a serious love for organization, customer service, and software that actually makes life easier. My mission?

Help you do what you do — only better, faster, and with fewer headaches.

I’ll be honest — this page is part business, part therapy, and part me rambling about whatever’s in my head. You’ll get a mix of real talk, tips, mild complaining, occasional cheering, and plenty of weird-but-true thoughts.

5 Random Facts About Me

1. I’ve been to Aruba six times and would still go again tomorrow.
2. I once drove the 127 Yard Sale route with a tent and an air mattress — survival level: expert.
3. I have a mild (read: serious) obsession with vintage glass and pottery, especially Pyrex and Fiestaware.
4. I love cruises so much I started a travel agency… mostly as an excuse to “research.”
   • Oh yeah, I can book travel for you, and I’m really good at it!
5. I’ve been known to reorganize other people’s warehouses “for fun.” Yes, that’s a real thing.

This is my page. This is me.Unfiltered, caffeinated, and just trying to make the internet a little more fun.