24 episodes
My Cincy Small Business Story Michael Dawson
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Did you know twice as many small businesses survive past five years when they have support from a mentor? My Cincy Small Business Story is brought to you by the volunteer mentors of SCORE Greater Cincinnati, a non-profit organization that helps launch hundreds of new, small businesses--and even more jobs--in Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Indiana every year. Our vision is to give every person the support they need to thrive as a small business owner. Visit https://www.score.org/greatercincinnati to request a free business mentor or share your own expertise. You can also listen and subscribe for more stories about overcoming challenges, clearing obstacles and owning a successful small business.
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Episode 23: Molly Nagle and Spruce Nail Shop
As an art teacher, Molly noticed fingernails as a tiny canvas for intricate works of art. With a great deal of determination, a unique business plan, and the backing of a knowledgeable SCORE mentor, Molly founded Spruce Nail Shop in 2015. The business has expanded to a second location, mobile sales, and earned a SCORE Client of the Year award in 2020.
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Episode 22: Shanecka Bedford from Heads Up Trading Company
Big thinking. The magic of mentorship. Shanecka Bedford shares how she and her husband have turned purpose into profit for Heads Up Trading Company.
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Episode 21: Davis Cookie Collection - Christina & Miles Davis
The husband and wife team—and MORTAR graduates—behind Davis Cookie Collection share the ingredients for a successful small business. The right combination of faith, hard work and mentorship have helped them expand beyond brick and mortar to a mobile location, restaurants, and even a local Kroger.
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Episode 20: Byrd Bergeron The Travel Byrds: a soaring success in an evolving industry
Who is using a travel agency these days? The answer may surprise you. Byrd Bergeron, CEO of The Travel Byrds and "Extreme Vacation Enthusiast," shares how her business model serves an evolving clientele as well as a niche employment market. SCORE Mentor George Cordes joins her in this episode to talk about how he and other volunteers put their business experience to work for Byrd's business.
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Ep 19: Kip Hatcher – Establishing a Private Practice
Kip Hatcher is minding her own business. When she decided to parlay more three decades of experience as a therapist and substance abuse counselor into a private practice, she knew she needed a business mentor. With SCORE Greater Cincinnati, she gained a team of mentors and has been named 2023 Client of the Year Finalist! In this episode of My Cincy Small Business Story, Kip is joined by one of her SCORE mentors, John Lieberman, to talk about establishing her private practice.