Hi I'm Veronica!
Owner/Buyer/Manager/Social Media
I attended the University of the South in Tennessee where I played basketball, and rode for the University’s Equestrian team. After graduating I moved to Charleston, South Carolina where I earned my Master’s degree from the Citadel and the College of Charleston. I have been working as an elementary school educator for six years - teaching all ages, from Pre-kindergarten to Fifth grade. While I find education incredibly rewarding, I have always been interested in fashion and styling. My time in Charleston grew my interest in the boutique industry, and when the opportunity came to own a Monkee's, it felt meant to be to start a new adventure. I could not be happier. This journey has led us to meet the most wonderful people, and become involved in a loving and charming community.
Hi I'm Pat!
Owner/Buyer/Bookkeeper
I grew up one of eleven children in Wayne, New Jersey. I worked through college earning a BS in Business with a concentration in Marketing and Management. While I have had success running and growing a family business in Raleigh, I have always been passionate about fashion. I have four children, three of which are daughters with first names beginning with V (Veronica, Virginia and Victoria). We all fell in love with the Monkee's stores in Raleigh and Wilmington. When an opportunity to be part of the Monkee’s Franchise became available, it was a no brainer and our V3P became a long-awaited dream come true!
Hi I'm Jason!
owner/manager/website coordinator
Jason served 9 years in the United States Coast Guard as a mechanical engineer and fitness coach. He met Veronica at his last unit in Charleston, SC nine years ago. Jason came on board full time to help with the stores when the second location opened in the Village of Pinehurst last year. He runs the sales floor for both locations, and manages the website behind the scenes.
Hi I'm Allison Grimes!
store manager
I am originally from Victoria, Texas. I assisted the management team at our local boutique in town, including purchasing the accessories for the store, and modeling the inventory. When my parents decided to relocate to Southern Pines a few years ago, my family and I decided to embrace the change and move as well. I started applying for retail positions in the area, and instantly knew Monkee's would be the perfect fit. I now manage the Southern Pines location, which includes operating the sales floor, assisting with customers, scheduling our staff for both locations, modeling inventory for our website and social media pages, and assist with purchasing accessories for both stores. I love meeting new people, trying on the merchandise, and gift wrapping! My new favorite places to visit in town are Amore Ciego for a delicious iced vanilla latte, and Southern Prime Steakhouse for their prime rib sliders! I look forward to greeting you the next time you are in the store!