Misty Rose Gin

Nominee: Misty Rose Gin

Does this person live or work in Los Osos? : Yes

Why do you feel this person deserves to be honored? : Misty is a life-long Los Osos resident, along with her dad and grandparents, who own Los Osos Auto Body. Misty worked there for years until she wanted to venture out and do her own thing.

After working for the county, she had the opportunity to buy the local pet shop when it was put up for sale. The first time she submitted a proposal for the business, she was outbid, and continued working for the county.

Then, after the former owner could no longer keep it open and was going to close the shop, Misty came back in and bid once again, this time purchasing the business. She personally ripped out and deep cleaned every corner of the store, and painted it while completely redesigning the space.

What used to be a dark, dingy, and filthy pet shop is now an airy, open, welcoming, and spotless pet store that Misty proudly runs with her 11 year old daughter Amelia, whom Misty also home schools while running the store. In addition to her lifelong dedication to her hometown, she also started a Girl Scout Troop for her daughter, and I can personally say I’ve never seen a more involved, motivated, and excited Troop Leader before.

Misty is so passionate about making sure local girls had an incredible experience in Girl Scouts, but also took amazing trips, made life-long memories, and gained skills they otherwise never would have had. Misty is an incredible woman who has proven she is able to achieve anything she puts her mind to, and is an incredible asset to our community.