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Kentucky

Rebecca North Purchases Coffee Shop With Assistance From Her Local SBDC

Rebecca North always had a dream of opening up her own coffee shop. She had worked at Sacred Grounds in London, KY but in early 2020 was laid off because business had slowed down. That was when Rebecca thought now was the best time to start her own coffee shop. She reached out to the Kentucky SBDC in London for assistance in starting up the business. Rebecca and her SBDC Business Coach discussed starting out with a kiosk cart in the hospital when she was introduced with the opportunity to purchase Sacred Grounds. Rebecca was able to purchase the assets of Sacred Ground Coffees after her Business Coach assisted her in obtaining loans and applying for licenses.

Rebecca North Purchases Coffee Shop With Assistance From Her Local SBDC

Rebecca North always had a dream of opening up her own coffee shop. She had worked at Sacred Grounds in London, KY but in early 2020 was laid off because business had slowed down. That was when Rebecca thought now was the best time to start her own coffee shop. She reached out to the Kentucky SBDC in London for assistance in starting up the business. Rebecca and her SBDC Business Coach discussed starting out with a kiosk cart in the hospital when she was introduced with the opportunity to purchase Sacred Grounds. Rebecca was able to purchase the assets of Sacred Ground Coffees after her Business Coach assisted her in obtaining loans and applying for licenses.

Rebecca North Purchases Coffee Shop With Assistance From Her Local SBDC

Rebecca North always had a dream of opening up her own coffee shop. She had worked at Sacred Grounds in London, KY but in early 2020 was laid off because business had slowed down. That was when Rebecca thought now was the best time to start her own coffee shop. She reached out to the Kentucky SBDC in London for assistance in starting up the business. Rebecca and her SBDC Business Coach discussed starting out with a kiosk cart in the hospital when she was introduced with the opportunity to purchase Sacred Grounds. Rebecca was able to purchase the assets of Sacred Ground Coffees after her Business Coach assisted her in obtaining loans and applying for licenses.

Rebecca North Purchases Coffee Shop With Assistance From Her Local SBDC

Rebecca North always had a dream of opening up her own coffee shop. She had worked at Sacred Grounds in London, KY but in early 2020 was laid off because business had slowed down. That was when Rebecca thought now was the best time to start her own coffee shop. She reached out to the Kentucky SBDC in London for assistance in starting up the business. Rebecca and her SBDC Business Coach discussed starting out with a kiosk cart in the hospital when she was introduced with the opportunity to purchase Sacred Grounds. Rebecca was able to purchase the assets of Sacred Ground Coffees after her Business Coach assisted her in obtaining loans and applying for licenses.

Louisiana

LSBDC at ULM continues Future Entrepreneur Academy with West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center at University of Louisiana Monroe (LSBDC at ULM) coached high schools students through a week-long entrepreneurial academy where students worked in groups to build their own business idea and pitch it in a "shark tank" like environment to determine which business idea was the best.

LSBDC at ULM continues Future Entrepreneur Academy with West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center at University of Louisiana Monroe (LSBDC at ULM) coached high schools students through a week-long entrepreneurial academy where students worked in groups to build their own business idea and pitch it in a "shark tank" like environment to determine which business idea was the best.

LSBDC at ULM continues Future Entrepreneur Academy with West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center at University of Louisiana Monroe (LSBDC at ULM) coached high schools students through a week-long entrepreneurial academy where students worked in groups to build their own business idea and pitch it in a "shark tank" like environment to determine which business idea was the best.

LSBDC at ULM continues Future Entrepreneur Academy with West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center at University of Louisiana Monroe (LSBDC at ULM) coached high schools students through a week-long entrepreneurial academy where students worked in groups to build their own business idea and pitch it in a "shark tank" like environment to determine which business idea was the best.

Maine

22%

of Maine SBDC clients are 35 years or younger, helping to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs

22%

of Maine SBDC clients are 35 years or younger, helping to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs

22%

of Maine SBDC clients are 35 years or younger, helping to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs

22%

of Maine SBDC clients are 35 years or younger, helping to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs

Maryland

Maryland SBDC Client Picklehead LLC Wins Big on America's Big Deal

Robert "RJ" Batts, the teenage founder of Picklehead LLC, recently walked away with first place on America's Big Deal, a shoppable reality tv show. Batts went head-to-head with other hopeful entrepreneurs in Season 1, Episode 5, "Honoring Our Veterans", which aired November 11, 2021, on NBC. Additionally, Batts received a $100,000 offer from host Joy Mangano, and the opportunity to pitch his product, Tip Tough, on QVC and HSN network. At just 12 years old Batts came up with the idea of Tip Tough, a metal finger guard that prevents injuries in the kitchen after seeing the injuries his chef father received on the job. With guidance from Maryland SBDC consultant Tim Sherman, Batts was able to take his product idea from mind to market.

Maryland SBDC Client Picklehead LLC Wins Big on America's Big Deal

Robert "RJ" Batts, the teenage founder of Picklehead LLC, recently walked away with first place on America's Big Deal, a shoppable reality tv show. Batts went head-to-head with other hopeful entrepreneurs in Season 1, Episode 5, "Honoring Our Veterans", which aired November 11, 2021, on NBC. Additionally, Batts received a $100,000 offer from host Joy Mangano, and the opportunity to pitch his product, Tip Tough, on QVC and HSN network. At just 12 years old Batts came up with the idea of Tip Tough, a metal finger guard that prevents injuries in the kitchen after seeing the injuries his chef father received on the job. With guidance from Maryland SBDC consultant Tim Sherman, Batts was able to take his product idea from mind to market.

Maryland SBDC Client Picklehead LLC Wins Big on America's Big Deal

Robert "RJ" Batts, the teenage founder of Picklehead LLC, recently walked away with first place on America's Big Deal, a shoppable reality tv show. Batts went head-to-head with other hopeful entrepreneurs in Season 1, Episode 5, "Honoring Our Veterans", which aired November 11, 2021, on NBC. Additionally, Batts received a $100,000 offer from host Joy Mangano, and the opportunity to pitch his product, Tip Tough, on QVC and HSN network. At just 12 years old Batts came up with the idea of Tip Tough, a metal finger guard that prevents injuries in the kitchen after seeing the injuries his chef father received on the job. With guidance from Maryland SBDC consultant Tim Sherman, Batts was able to take his product idea from mind to market.

Maryland SBDC Client Picklehead LLC Wins Big on America's Big Deal

Robert "RJ" Batts, the teenage founder of Picklehead LLC, recently walked away with first place on America's Big Deal, a shoppable reality tv show. Batts went head-to-head with other hopeful entrepreneurs in Season 1, Episode 5, "Honoring Our Veterans", which aired November 11, 2021, on NBC. Additionally, Batts received a $100,000 offer from host Joy Mangano, and the opportunity to pitch his product, Tip Tough, on QVC and HSN network. At just 12 years old Batts came up with the idea of Tip Tough, a metal finger guard that prevents injuries in the kitchen after seeing the injuries his chef father received on the job. With guidance from Maryland SBDC consultant Tim Sherman, Batts was able to take his product idea from mind to market.

Massachusetts

Company Creates a Wellness Solution for Teens

As founder of nuxcrew, Caitríona Taylor bootstrapped the company into existence by drawing from experience in both the fitness industry and non-profits to create an online platform with programming for health and wellness aimed at tweens and teens. This age group suffers from high stress and lack of fitness, so the goal is to empower teens to grow into their most confident, truthful self. The teen-inclusive program is aimed at strengthening physical and mental health by using on-demand streamed yoga reflection sessions, online interactive and coached workout classes, and monthly health and wellness topic sessions led by experts. The MSBDC Southeast Regional Office assisted with the development, launch and marketing of the company.

Company Creates a Wellness Solution for Teens

As founder of nuxcrew, Caitríona Taylor bootstrapped the company into existence by drawing from experience in both the fitness industry and non-profits to create an online platform with programming for health and wellness aimed at tweens and teens. This age group suffers from high stress and lack of fitness, so the goal is to empower teens to grow into their most confident, truthful self. The teen-inclusive program is aimed at strengthening physical and mental health by using on-demand streamed yoga reflection sessions, online interactive and coached workout classes, and monthly health and wellness topic sessions led by experts. The MSBDC Southeast Regional Office assisted with the development, launch and marketing of the company.

Company Creates a Wellness Solution for Teens

As founder of nuxcrew, Caitríona Taylor bootstrapped the company into existence by drawing from experience in both the fitness industry and non-profits to create an online platform with programming for health and wellness aimed at tweens and teens. This age group suffers from high stress and lack of fitness, so the goal is to empower teens to grow into their most confident, truthful self. The teen-inclusive program is aimed at strengthening physical and mental health by using on-demand streamed yoga reflection sessions, online interactive and coached workout classes, and monthly health and wellness topic sessions led by experts. The MSBDC Southeast Regional Office assisted with the development, launch and marketing of the company.

Company Creates a Wellness Solution for Teens

As founder of nuxcrew, Caitríona Taylor bootstrapped the company into existence by drawing from experience in both the fitness industry and non-profits to create an online platform with programming for health and wellness aimed at tweens and teens. This age group suffers from high stress and lack of fitness, so the goal is to empower teens to grow into their most confident, truthful self. The teen-inclusive program is aimed at strengthening physical and mental health by using on-demand streamed yoga reflection sessions, online interactive and coached workout classes, and monthly health and wellness topic sessions led by experts. The MSBDC Southeast Regional Office assisted with the development, launch and marketing of the company.