MY STORY

At 24, I founded Speechlust Inc., an inspirational jewelry company centered around unique and powerful words that reminded people of their core values and aspirations. The brand quickly gained traction, earning features in Elle, Huffington Post, Chatelaine, and LouLou, along with endorsements from HGTV’s Tiffany Pratt in its first year. However, as the business expanded, I found myself spending more time on fulfillment and marketing, drifting away from the direct customer connections that truly fueled my passion. I realized it wasn’t the jewelry itself that inspired me—it was the emotions and personal stories customers shared about their chosen words.
This realization led me to pivot toward a career in construction and development, an industry that had always fascinated me. While managing commercial projects and shaping branding and marketing strategies for residential developments, I still longed for the deep personal connections I had experienced with Speechlust. This desire to combine meaningful relationships with my passion for design ultimately brought me to where I am today.
Courtney Chilton Creative Spaces was born from my mission to create environments that help individuals feel their best in spaces that ignite their energy and reflect their passions.