Born and raised in San Diego, California, Javier Vargas spent childhood summers working with his family in their autobody repair shops. And after more than 25 years of working in the industry, he can now say he is the proud owner of his own small business: ProColor Collision Escondido. In 2020, Vargas began working for […]
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Newcomers Bring New Dining Experience to Myrtle Beach
As newcomers to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Linda Lee and Sung Chun noticed there seemed to be a lack of Asian cuisine in the area. So, the longtime family friends decided to take action and open their own Korean-style restaurant: Mura Bar and Bakery. Finding Small Business Financing Lee and Chun had the vision, but […]
5 Tips for Picking the Best Business Location
Whether you’re renting or buying, location is key when selecting a property for your business. Where you decide to set up shop can impact both the immediate and long-term success of your business. It’s a process that requires due diligence, patience, and a solid understanding of your business needs. There are a lot of things […]
IT Business Finds Financing Solution with Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund
Raghu Chejarla was first exposed to entrepreneurship while working at his father’s pharmaceutical business in India. As he followed his own path, it led him to the U.S. where he began a successful career in engineering. But when they were getting ready to have children, Raghu and his wife decided it was time to start […]
Automotive Technician Shifts Gears Toward Entrepreneurship
Jason Faylor started his career as an automotive technician in the Denver metro area 25 years ago doing oil changes. As time went on, he enhanced his skillset and moved up the ranks to become a lead technician and shop manager. After mastering his trade, the next logical step was to own his own repair […]
5 Ideas to Make Your Small Business More Environmentally Friendly
Let’s face it – many of us spend a lot of our time in the workplace. That means this space can have a strong connection to the impact we have on the environment. By being conscious about business practices and procedures, you can help reduce the carbon footprint of you and your employees. And though […]
Former Military Fire Chief Cooks Up New Restaurant Concept
Grilled cheese is one of the classic comfort foods. It’s hard to go wrong with warm melted cheese smothered between two pieces of bread that have been grilled to perfection. But sometimes you need to let your hair down and indulge in something a little more decadent; like a grilled cheese with diced chicken tenders, […]
Lake Street Business Rebuilds from 2020 with Help from Minnesota Inclusive Growth Fund
Lined with diverse storefronts and colorful, cultural murals, the Lake Street Corridor in Minneapolis is vibrant and home to many immigrant-owned businesses. Among these business owners are Khadija Ali and Priya Morioka, the founders of Global Language Connections. Their Lake Street business aims to a solve a pressing challenge for other organizations: language barriers. Global […]
