In Focus | Ryan Watson

Meet Ryan Watson. He's lived in Kamloops for almost 20 years!

Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kamloops?
I am from Williams Lake, but I’ve lived in Kamloops for almost 20 years.

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My wife Karlie because she would kill me if I said anyone else haha, jk love you!

What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
Supplement King because it’s the best place to work!

Describe yourself in one word.
Pasty.

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
It would be Alaska because I feel I have a better chance of seeing the northern lights, which I’ve never seen.

What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
The escape rooms.

What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
I ripped my pants while dancing and it wasn’t like a tiny rip, it was in half and I feel like I would have gotten fewer stares if I was in just my underwear.

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
Nothing has happened to me personally that I can think of, so I’ll use my favourite quote, “There’s never a bad time to do a good thing.”

Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
I was in a band called The Walking Crayons and hanging out with that gang was a memory I’ll always cherish.

Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
As a Jehovah’s Witness, we are constantly volunteering our time to teach people what the bible has to say.

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
Just make pineapple on pizza, not a thing.

Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
I really like to walk along Schubert Drive. It’s quiet and has a nice view.

Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
I would like to see the North Shore become a booming part of the city. It’s already changing and I’m super excited.

What do you think makes Kamloops great?
It’s the people and the scenery. The fact that you can feel like your in a bigger city and only have to travel about 15 minutes in any direction to be in the wilderness, is awesome.

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. To visit Europe.
2. To see the northern lights.
3. To get a good camera and take amazing pictures around the world.

Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I really enjoy gardening.

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media?
Facebook and Instagram work best or just come in and say hi at Supplement king, I’m almost always there.

What is the name of your business/organization?
Supplement King!

Why did you get into/start this business?
Because I love customer service and I like helping people with their goals.

What is the goal of your business?
The supplement industry can be very confusing and we want to help people make sense of it.

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
I struggle with clinical depression, but I’m happy to say the worst of it is over.

What do you always find yourself saying?
I say 'oops' or 'whoops' a lot haha.

Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Life gets easier if you say sorry first.

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
The Imagine Dragons singer, Dan Reynolds. I would pick his brain about the meaning behind his songs.

Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
When you support small business owners, it helps to bolster entrepreneurship in others. They see that people actually care about small businesses instead of relying solely on large national retailers. If you have children, it is a great lesson to teach them.