Success stories
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Building a Great Reputation While Building a Business-2024
Situation Perhaps no industry was more devastated from the effects of the Great Recession from 2008 – 2012 than the home building and remodeling business. So, what did Desmond Conley decide to do...
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New Ownership and Same Strong Company Culture
Situation Growing up in Puerto Rico, Ingrid Hernández uncovered her artist talent at a young age. After graduating from the Rhode Island School of Design, she worked as a graphic designer for several...
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Building a Solid Foundation with SBA Resources
Dunn Electric, LLC specializes in commercial, industrial and residential electrical installation and service, including data, fire alarm, sound, video and voice products. Founded in 2004 by Steven...
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SBA Helps Salon Manage Growth and Pandemic Impact
C&R Beauty Bar is a premier salon for curly and natural hair services. Since founded in 2015 by Rodricka “Ricka” O’Bannon and Chenica Racine, the salon has offered custom hair services, including cuts...
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Attorney and Entrepreneur Revitalizes Communities and Creates Jobs in Southeastern Kentucky
Joshua (Josh) Howard had been interested in entrepreneurship from a young age and worked for various small businesses before starting his own businesses. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Pre...
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2023 Kentucky Small Business Week Winners
David Dafoe, Founder/CEO of Flavorman and Moonshine University, is the 2023 SBA Kentucky Small Business Person of the Year. Flavorman is located at 809 South 8th Street in Louisville. He previously...
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Hispanic-Owned Construction Company Helps Other Women Build Solid Businesses
Ines Rivas-Hutchins started her construction business in 2014 after having some great experiences working for others in the construction industry. Before starting her company, a mentor and former boss...
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8(a) Program and Patience Pays Off for This Contracting Company
Miguel Montano’s father, Angel, was a Mexican immigrant who came to the U.S. as a horse jockey and later became quite successful as a horse trainer during his 60-year career. Miguel learned the value...