BRISTOL, CT, February 26, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dorothy E. King has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mrs. King has made a significant impact on her community as the owner of Dark Moon, a gift shop she established in Bristol, Connecticut, in 2024. The shop offers a diverse range of products including greeting cards, gift wrapping materials, kitchen items, novelty gifts, tarot cards, crystals and whimsical treasures, providing a unique experience for every visitor. As the proprietor, she is responsible for running the store, cleaning the premises, ordering merchandise, managing inventory, maintaining high-quality customer service and overseeing all administrative tasks. The founding of Dark Moon stands as her most significant professional accomplishment to date, reflecting her entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to creating a distinctive atmosphere.

Prior to launching her own business, Mrs. King spent five successful years at Best Buy, where she held various positions culminating in personal computer (PC) repair with the Geek Squad. Her entry into technology was influenced by her husband and friends in the field, which enabled her to develop a robust skill set in in-home services. This initial transition from art-related retail to technology revealed an overlap in skills that she found both rewarding and pivotal in shaping her career trajectory.

Mrs. King's background includes extensive experience working in stores that focused on art and design, sometimes alongside her mother, where she gained valuable knowledge of artistic techniques, custom picture framing, merchandise curation and customer engagement that continues to inform her approach at Dark Moon today.

In addition to her primary business pursuits, Mrs. King is an active member of the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce as well as Bristol Pride, underscoring her commitment to supporting local enterprises and fostering inclusivity within her community.

Mrs. King's higher educational journey began in 2018 with earning a high school equivalency diploma over ten years after dropping out of high school. Recognizing the importance of education following sudden challenges in securing employment outside of the art and retail industries, she later pursued an associate degree in English, successfully graduating in 2021.

The unwavering support of Mrs. King's family has been crucial throughout her career. She credits her husband for encouraging her to pursue entrepreneurship and introducing her to information technology, while her parents instilled in her the confidence and practical skills essential for business ownership. Her father's expertise in construction empowered her to undertake projects such as painting walls and building shelves for her store. Additionally, she developed a wide array of technical abilities — skills that have proven invaluable in running Dark Moon.

Mrs. King's civic engagement extends to sponsoring pride events and donating to toy drives, reflecting her dedication to giving back to the community through everything she does. Her achievements with Dark Moon have seen her recognized with several honors, including Best New Business of Bristol from The Bristol Press in 2025 and the Emerging Leaders award from the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce.

Happily married and a devoted family woman, Mrs. King enjoys spending time at home with her husband and their pets — including multiple cats, a turtle, a dog and a fish — alongside a variety of hobbies such as playing video games and board games, reading, writing, painting, listening to music and singing.

Looking toward the future, Mrs. King is committed to growing Dark Moon further by incorporating more of her own artwork alongside the store's offerings from local businesses and small brands. As she continues to build upon her storied accomplishments, she remains dedicated to emphasizing her own artistic vision within the retail space and throughout the Bristol community.

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