“Ann was the first person to show me a pitch deck and help me with that. The [SBDC Student Team] showed us research about our market and recommended we stay in mid to high level markets – that are ‘pay to enter,’ like airports, instead of gas stations.” Washie founder Rob Poleki found inspiration in
“I’ve been so happy with the SBDC. Ann and her team helped me with my website, logo, ideas, and tips. I was at point where I wasn’t sure where to go, and with the SBDC I felt I could take steps forward.” Trina began her custom fit welding cap business as a favor for her
“As a first-time business owner, I didn’t know what I didn’t know. My business is now respected and thriving with customers all over the country due in large part to the SBDC and my SBDC mentor. I have learned so much and am eternally thankful for their support.” Brett Jossis was a Quality and Compliance
Gabriel Gallegos was working as a successful software engineer when in June 2019 he opened La Michoacana Ice Cream Palace. After meeting his sales goals early in his first year, he grew his business by adding a couple of trailers and wholesaling his products. Customers truly love the creaminess of his products and the fact
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“I’ve enjoyed working alongside the SBDC. It’s like having an additional business partner whom I can discuss my business needs with.” Entrepreneurship is a world that Sergio Mendoza grew up in. Coming from a family of immigrants, his parents established a business when he was two years old. Raised in Jerome, Idaho, he returned to
“Partnering with the SBDC was a smart move. We were able to maximize our profits and meet the high demand for soap during the pandemic.” Jennifer and Andy Morsell began making organic soaps out of their tiny Alaska kitchen in the mid 2000s. Jennifer used natural fragrances as the base scents for her hand-made soaps,
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