On many Miami mornings, Olivia Gonzalez is packing a cooler with small-batch pints and heading out to meet customers where they are — gyms, neighborhood markets, and small retailers. Gonzalez is the founder of Guudy, a […]
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Dolphin Ice & Water of Pinellas County When hurricanes Helene and Milton struck Pinellas County, Dolphin Ice and Water, a rapidly growing ice and water manufacturer and supplier, faced an uncertain future. Owned by business […]
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Bia Candle Company of Sarasota County Founded in 2019, Bia Candle Company, a Sarasota-based candle company has quickly risen from a startup idea to a thriving manufacturer and retailer with partnerships across Florida. The business, […]
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Solena Cheese of Pinellas County Marc and Keila Maurer, the husband-and-wife team behind Solena Cheese, have turned a shared passion for fresh mozzarella into a thriving business serving customers across Florida. The business was born […]
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For Immediate Release Florida SBDC Network State Office (Pensacola, Fla.) – The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, hosted its annual Florida Small Business Day at […]
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As we flip the calendar to 2025, it’s time to reflect on the year behind us and look ahead to the opportunities that lie ahead. For many of us, New Year’s resolutions are a chance […]
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Kiani’s adventure began with a vision founded based on her upbringing and the principles of unique and impactful Montessori education. Drawing from her Puerto Rican heritage, where the value of bilingualism was instilled from an […]
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Sarah Newcomb, the owner of The Wine Room, has experienced a remarkable success story with the help of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Despite facing the challenges of opening a business during the pandemic, […]
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Candelaria Eatery & Café – FSBDC at UCF Success Story [J. Meade] Starting, owning, and growing a small business – and serving as the “chief decision maker” – does not have to be a lonesome […]
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Hidden Fairway Golf Club in Hillsborough County Nestled in the heart of North Hyde Park, business owner and University of South Florida alum, Damian Garcia, brings an innovative indoor driving range to downtown Tampa. As […]
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