Business

Stocked from floor to ceiling with kites in a kaleidoscope of sizes, shapes and colors, the Kite Loft’s wind-powered toys inspire joy in kids of all ages and moved its owners to build a business and a life on Maryland’s Coast. In 2013, Mary Lynn and Jay opened a second location at the 67th Street Town Center thanks to a VLT loan. Today, the company’s 35 employees welcome thousands of customers annually to both shops and the many special events they host. Married since 1990, and in business since the mid-80’s, Mary Lynn and Jay are still flying high after almost 40 years running this Boardwalk institution.