Success stories
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The Big Bean, Severna Park, MD
"Coffee is Love….Coffee is Healing….Coffee is Life.” That informal slogan sums up the Big Bean story. In 2000, Christie was the first barista hired by the original owners of The Big Bean. Years later...
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Bailey's Premier Services, LLC
While serving in the United States Air Force, Tamiko Bailey had a life-changing experience. After an incentive flight in an F-15 fighter jet, she knew she wanted to make a career of working in the...
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Scamp Trailers’ Long Haul Success with SBA Support
The Eveland family founded Scamp Trailers in 1971 as a trailer manufacturer, producing 130 units annually. The business has grown exponentially since its start, today manufacturing 700 units each year...
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JMCP Enterprises LLC
Jovany Chavira is the owner of SLP Customs and Collision Repair, an auto body repair shop in Arlington, Texas. As a teenager, he dreamed of becoming financially independent through entrepreneurship...
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Cole Air & Appliances, Co.
Cole Air Conditioning & Appliances, Co. is a family business started in 1967 by Joel and Janie Cole. In later years, Judy Cole McPherson and Michael “Mo” Morrison joined operations. Their father's...
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HobbyTown Success Story
HobbyTown, a franchise established in 1999 by mother and son team Angela Millet and Ryan Wilson in Knoxville, Tennessee, has become a beloved destination for hobby enthusiasts of all ages. With a...
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SCORE Mentor Provides Courage and Confidence to First-time Business Owners
Peter Varkonyi and Lauren Stevens built a bond over local produce, and developed a business plan to bring fresh, local ingredients to their community. With help from SCORE mentor Juan Florin, Peter...
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Powder River Industries, Clarke: It's all about service
Powder River Industries of Laramie, WY embarked out of a commitment to service and the military community. Through the passion of CEO Yolanda Clarke, the idea that became a business in 2016 has grown...