{"id":2543,"date":"2015-08-13T10:33:26","date_gmt":"2015-08-13T14:33:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/?page_id=2543"},"modified":"2025-02-17T15:55:12","modified_gmt":"2025-02-17T20:55:12","slug":"success-stories","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/success-stories\/","title":{"rendered":"Success Stories"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"display-posts-listing\"><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/shop-bloom-pvd\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Owners-Yashwant-Meghare-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Owners-Yashwant-Meghare-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Owners-Yashwant-Meghare-300x300.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/shop-bloom-pvd\/\">SHOP BLOOM PVD<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">43 Wickenden Street, Providence RI 02903 \u25cf hello@shopbloompvd.com \u25cf shopbloompvd.com Heather Wolfenden and Savannah Barkley, co-owners of Shop Bloom PVD, launched their journey with a mobile pop-up platform that transformed vacant Providence storefronts into vibrant showcases for local artisans, florists, and vintage vendors. Building on this success, they opened a permanent brick-and-mortar location at 243&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/shop-bloom-pvd\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/heartfelt-healing-institute-llc\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_8348-Amit-Basnet-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_8348-Amit-Basnet-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_8348-Amit-Basnet-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/heartfelt-healing-institute-llc\/\">HEARTFELT HEALING INSTITUTE, LLC<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">215 Toll Gate Rd Suite 309, Warwick, RI 02886 \u25cf (401) 584-2837 \u25cf heartfelthealing.us Justine Framularo, a licensed mental health counselor and biofeedback specialist, launched HeartFelt Healing in December 2025 to combine her clinical expertise with her personal healing journey. After years in the field and with an extensive referral network, she was ready to&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/heartfelt-healing-institute-llc\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ascend-chiropractic-clinics\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Ascend-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ascend-chiropractic-clinics\/\">ASCEND CHIROPRACTIC CLINICS<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">\u201cYashwant was amazing every step of the way. Together, we were able to come up with a game plan and execute at all levels to bring this idea to fruition. I highly recommend Yashwant and the RISBDC.\u201d - Andres Brito When Andres decided to start his practice in Rhode Island, he was working as a&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ascend-chiropractic-clinics\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dolce-salato\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Dolce-Salato-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dolce-salato\/\">DOLCE &amp; SALATO<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">\u201dWe were glad Maggie kept us moving along and positive the whole way through.\u201d \u2013 Armando Bisceglia Dolce &amp; Salato is an Italian caf\u00e9 and restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island, known for its blend of casual charm and refined dining. Founded by Chef Armando Bisceglia and his wife and partner, Gabriella Bisceglia, the caf\u00e9 expands&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dolce-salato\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/roman-hydro-plumbing-heating\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Roman-Hydro-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Roman-Hydro-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Roman-Hydro-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/roman-hydro-plumbing-heating\/\">ROMAN HYDRO Plumbing &amp; Heating<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">\u201dExcellent Job. The SBDC stuck with us through the whole process, and we would never have gotten approved without their knowledge of putting together a business plan and loan package.\u201d \u2013 Peter Ruggiero Roman Hydro Plumbing + Heating LLC approached the RI SBDC regarding a loan to start their plumbing and heating business in August&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/roman-hydro-plumbing-heating\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ampersand-creative-co\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Ampersand-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ampersand-creative-co\/\">AMPERSAND CREATIVE CO.<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">\u201dCentral RI Regional Director Amit Basnet was extremely helpful and has been a great positive-minded mentor to us. He is quick to share opportunities and is committed to our success- much appreciated! We can\u2019t thank you enough.\u201d \u2013 Robin Dionne Ampersand Creative Co., led by Robin Dionne and BJ Mansuetti, is known for organizing popular&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ampersand-creative-co\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/simply-organized-spaces\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Simply-Organized-Spaces-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Simply-Organized-Spaces-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Simply-Organized-Spaces-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/simply-organized-spaces\/\">SIMPLY ORGANIZED SPACES<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Aquidneck Island \u201dThe RISBDC has been an incredible resource. I cannot thank them enough for their continued support and guidance. From the first phone call with Business Counselor Susan Davis to my monthly one-on-one marketing meetings with Marketing Business Advisor Trish White and helpful marketing presentations, they have helped me get my business off the&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/simply-organized-spaces\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dhaaga\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/DHAAGA-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/DHAAGA-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/DHAAGA-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dhaaga\/\">DHAAGA<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">\u201dBehind every successful small business is a community that believes in it. A big thank you to SBDC for being that guiding force empowering dreams, fueling growth, and turning visions into reality! Special appreciation goes to Providence Regional Director Yash Meghare for his invaluable insights and guidance and Taylor Cacciola, Marketing Business Advisor, for his&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dhaaga\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/basebridge-coaching\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Success-Story-Brie-Oaks-2-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Success-Story-Brie-Oaks-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Success-Story-Brie-Oaks-2-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/basebridge-coaching\/\">Basebridge Coaching<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Brie Oaks, Associate Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of Rhode Island, has helped numerous faculty members learn the strategies they need to succeed and thrive in academia. After years of watching her colleagues across universities struggle with being overworked and overwhelmed, Brie began training as a professional coach with the goal&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/basebridge-coaching\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/june-ginger\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/June-Ginger-Success-Story-image-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/June-Ginger-Success-Story-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/June-Ginger-Success-Story-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/June-Ginger-Success-Story-image-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/June-Ginger-Success-Story-image.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/june-ginger\/\">JUNE &amp; GINGER<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Brooke Salisbury, owner and head baker at June &amp; Ginger, has always been passionate about spreading joy with her sweet creations. When she first started baking cakes for family and friends, she was also volunteering her time and delicious cakes to Icing Smiles, Inc. This nonprofit provides customized celebration cakes to families with children battling&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/june-ginger\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/el-rincon-dominicano\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/El-Rinco\u0301n-Dominicano-Ribbon-Cutting-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/El-Rinco\u0301n-Dominicano-Ribbon-Cutting-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/El-Rinco\u0301n-Dominicano-Ribbon-Cutting-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/el-rincon-dominicano\/\">EL RINCON DOMINICANO<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">A long-time participant in the education and training programs of the RISBDC, Paola launched her successful Comida Criollo-style restaurant in the Upper South Providence neighborhood at the beginning of the pandemic. The work had just begun when Paola lost her business to a fire that started in an abutting residential unit a week later. Over&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/el-rincon-dominicano\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/btone-fitness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/btone-FITNESS-logo-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/btone-FITNESS-logo-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/btone-FITNESS-logo-300x300.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/btone-fitness\/\">BTONE FITNESS<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 500 S Water St, Providence, RI 02903&nbsp; https:\/\/www.btonefitness.com\/locations\/providence &nbsp; Kelsey Irish, owner of btone FITNESS in Providence, has always had a passion for athletics and fitness. With a long history of high-level competition in professional soccer and a partnership with a leading sports brand, Kelsey\u2019s love for active movement led her&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/btone-fitness\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/foglia\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Foglia-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/foglia\/\">FOGLIA<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">FOGLIA 31 State Street, Bristol, RI 02809&nbsp; \u25cf 401.253.1195 \u25cf FogliaBristol.com Lawyer by day, vegan chef by night, Peter Carvelli is making a name for himself, developing a devoted following, hosting popular pop-up events, offering private catering, and doing short-term residencies featuring his elevated vegan cuisine. As the pandemic restrictions shifted in Rhode Island, \u201cChef&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/foglia\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ritual-cafe\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/RITUAL-CAFE-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ritual-cafe\/\">RITUAL CAF\u00c9<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">RITUAL CAF\u00c9 2028 Warwick Ave, Warwick, RI 02889 \u25cf ritualcaferi.com Business owner, Brett Read, is no stranger to entrepreneurial life. He is a real estate broker, property manager, and now, cafe owner. The vision for Ritual Cafe was inspired by Brett\u2019s desire to experience a place where you could get excellent coffee and a delicious&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ritual-cafe\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/allume-chocolate\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/ALLUME-CHOCOLATE-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/allume-chocolate\/\">ALLUM\u00c9 CHOCOLATE<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">ALLUM\u00c9 CHOCOLATE 370 Main St, Wakefield, RI 02879 \u25cf contact@allumechocolate.com \u25cf allumechocolate.com Allum\u00e9 Chocolate was created by local entrepreneurs Eric Snyder and Marissa Kervin. Their unique chocolate is made with a blend of specialty flavors, local dairy, and ethically-sourced ingredients from around the world. While exploring how to make their products more widely available, Eric&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/allume-chocolate\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/archery-games-pvd\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Archery-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/archery-games-pvd\/\">ARCHERY GAMES PVD<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">ARCHERY GAMES PVD 40 Sonoma Court, Providence, RI, 02909 \u25cf archerygamespvd.com Food, music, and art contribute a fair share of creativity in the Ocean State. And now we can add sports entertainment to this list thanks to Brian Seto, owner of Archery Games PVD. Archery Games offers combat archery, played similarly to dodgeball, but with&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/archery-games-pvd\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/rocky-shores-tattoo-company\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/RISBDC-Success-Story-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/rocky-shores-tattoo-company\/\">ROCKY SHORES TATTOO COMPANY<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">ROCKY SHORES TATTOO COMPANY 554 West Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842 \u25cf RockyShoresTattoo@gmail.com Jen Beirola is an Air Force veteran who has been tattooing for more than 20 years and operated a successful tattoo parlor when she was stationed in Omaha, Nebraska. In early 2022, when she returned to Rhode Island, she contacted the RISBDC&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/rocky-shores-tattoo-company\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/helping-mozz-make-a-dream-come-true\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/MOZZ-Wooden-sign-RISBDC-Success-Story--150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/helping-mozz-make-a-dream-come-true\/\">Helping Mozz Make A Dream Come True<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">On June 10, 2022, Mozz held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of their store. Mozz is a purveyor of fine Italian cheeses with a specialty in made-on-site mozzarella. Mozz is the life-long dream of owners, Christina and Luca Mignogna, but it look a gouda amount of support to make this dream a reality.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/helping-mozz-make-a-dream-come-true\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/meet-whole-foods-2022-supplier-of-the-year-the-backyard-food-company\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Backyard-Food-Company-Whole-Foods-Supplier-of-the-Year-Award-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Backyard-Food-Company-Whole-Foods-Supplier-of-the-Year-Award-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Backyard-Food-Company-Whole-Foods-Supplier-of-the-Year-Award-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Backyard-Food-Company-Whole-Foods-Supplier-of-the-Year-Award-364x364.png 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Backyard-Food-Company-Whole-Foods-Supplier-of-the-Year-Award.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/meet-whole-foods-2022-supplier-of-the-year-the-backyard-food-company\/\">Meet Whole Foods\u2019 2022 Supplier of the Year: The Backyard Food Company<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">In 2013, two dads, Louby Sukkar and Matt McClelland, became business partners with a startup condiment company that grew out of their backyard gardens (hence the name Backyard Food Co.) Fast forward 9 years later In May 2022, the company was awarded Whole Foods Market Supplier of the Year for the North Atlantic Region at&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/meet-whole-foods-2022-supplier-of-the-year-the-backyard-food-company\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/co-zy-ice-cream-cafe\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Co-zy-Ice-Cream-Cafe-cones-RISBDC-Success-Story-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Co-zy-Ice-Cream-Cafe-cones-RISBDC-Success-Story-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Co-zy-Ice-Cream-Cafe-cones-RISBDC-Success-Story-300x300.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/co-zy-ice-cream-cafe\/\">Co-zy Ice Cream Caf\u00e9<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">There is a new reason to visit America\u2019s first mall, The Arcade, in Downtown Providence. Co-zy Ice Cream Caf\u00e9 opened its doors on July 8th and we can\u2019t get over their delicious homemade ice cream. Owner and serial entrepreneur, Anh Tuyet Nguyen, is the woman behind the business. Along with her friend and culinary expert,&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/co-zy-ice-cream-cafe\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/papis-coquito-a-cultural-tradition\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Papis-Coquito-Bottle-RISBDC-Success-Story-1-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Papis-Coquito-Bottle-RISBDC-Success-Story-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Papis-Coquito-Bottle-RISBDC-Success-Story-1-300x300.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/papis-coquito-a-cultural-tradition\/\">Papi\u2019s Coquito: A Cultural Tradition<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Did you know the Coquito beverage is a coconut cream flavored rum enjoyed around the holidays and is a staple of Puerto Rican culture? It\u2019s a drink that Victor Regino, owner of Papi\u2019s Refrescos, found meaning in as he reminisced about his home and the lively celebrations he had with his family. At Papi\u2019s Refrescos,&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/papis-coquito-a-cultural-tradition\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dogfrens\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Dogfrens-Dogs-RISDBC-Success-Story-1-1-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dogfrens\/\">Dogfrens<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">When Hazel was adopted as a \u201cpandemic puppy\u201d, little did she know she would also be socially distancing, too. Her mom and dad, Michaela &amp; John, had a hard time finding playmates for Hazel that matched her energetic pawsonality. On the rare chance Hazel would make a new friend at the dog park, her mom&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dogfrens\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tracey-gear-precision-shaft\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/traceygearsuccess2-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/traceygearsuccess2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/traceygearsuccess2-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tracey-gear-precision-shaft\/\">Tracey Gear &amp; Precision Shaft<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Gears enable drive that moves the economy forward. Leo Tracey recognized this value in 1945, founding Tracey Gear &amp; Precision Shaft in his garage. Supporting local businesses with machined parts enabled Leo to feed his large family and establish credibility in a variety of industries. Commitment to quality, customer service and value-added innovation has been&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tracey-gear-precision-shaft\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/white-electric-coffee-co-op\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/pic2electric-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/white-electric-coffee-co-op\/\">White Electric Coffee Co-Op<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">White Electric Coffee opened their doors 21 years ago in Providence\u2019s West Side. Since then, this coffee shop has become a favorite spot for teachers, students, workers, and cafe enthusiasts, leading to a strong and loyal customer base. As the business grew, a group of workers saw avenues for change. In 2020 their call for&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/white-electric-coffee-co-op\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/declutter-pronto\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/65788511_1193294950850716_6969517665119722276_n-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/65788511_1193294950850716_6969517665119722276_n-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/65788511_1193294950850716_6969517665119722276_n-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/declutter-pronto\/\">Declutter Pronto<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">As the owner of Declutter Pronto, Laurie Lindemann revolutionizes her clients\u2019 homes and helps organize their overstuffed spaces into usable, organized areas tailored to their needs. But Lindemann\u2019s success relies on entering her clients\u2019 homes and offices\u2014and the COVID-19 pandemic took a heavy toll. Like many other small business owners, Lindemann needed help, fast. Her&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/declutter-pronto\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/saladworks\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SaladWorks-PIcture-for-SBDC-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SaladWorks-PIcture-for-SBDC-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SaladWorks-PIcture-for-SBDC-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SaladWorks-PIcture-for-SBDC-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SaladWorks-PIcture-for-SBDC.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/saladworks\/\">SaladWorks<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Fanfare, prizes, and even a \u201clettuce cutting\u201d marked the 1st Year VIP Anniversary Celebration of the SaladWorks Providence location. Owners Aileen and John Pisaturo were joined by Gov. Dan McKee and other VIPs to commemorate SaladWorks\u2019 success despite the uncertainty and challenges of opening during the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a creative business model and leveraging&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/saladworks\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/presto-strange-o-coffee-co\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Presto-Strange-O-Coffee-Co-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/presto-strange-o-coffee-co\/\">Presto Strange O Coffee Co.<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Owners Jason and Jess Case began their coffee journey in 2010 with their business, Presto Strange O Coffee Co., on a trailer. Over time, Presto Strange O has built up quite a following as their mobile coffee truck has been located at a variety of Rhode Island events, such as the Providence Flea Market and&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/presto-strange-o-coffee-co\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/soco-vedge\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SoCo-Vedge-Vegan-Food-Meal-Service-South-County-RI-Rhode-Island-RISBDC-Entrepreneurship-Success-Story-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SoCo-Vedge-Vegan-Food-Meal-Service-South-County-RI-Rhode-Island-RISBDC-Entrepreneurship-Success-Story-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SoCo-Vedge-Vegan-Food-Meal-Service-South-County-RI-Rhode-Island-RISBDC-Entrepreneurship-Success-Story-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SoCo-Vedge-Vegan-Food-Meal-Service-South-County-RI-Rhode-Island-RISBDC-Entrepreneurship-Success-Story-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SoCo-Vedge-Vegan-Food-Meal-Service-South-County-RI-Rhode-Island-RISBDC-Entrepreneurship-Success-Story.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/soco-vedge\/\">SoCo Vedge<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">SoCo Vedge Say hello to South County\u2019s new vegan food delivery service! Husband and wife team Dean and Julie Couchey rang in the new year by launching their business January 1, 2021, and success has come quickly. As a classically trained chef, Dean set out to prove that vegan food does not have to be&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/soco-vedge\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/early-retirement-plans-bring-southern-comfort-to-providence\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kin-Southern-Table-and-Kitchen-Providence-Rhode-island-RISBDC-success-story-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kin-Southern-Table-and-Kitchen-Providence-Rhode-island-RISBDC-success-story-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kin-Southern-Table-and-Kitchen-Providence-Rhode-island-RISBDC-success-story-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kin-Southern-Table-and-Kitchen-Providence-Rhode-island-RISBDC-success-story-364x364.jpeg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kin-Southern-Table-and-Kitchen-Providence-Rhode-island-RISBDC-success-story.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/early-retirement-plans-bring-southern-comfort-to-providence\/\">Early \u201cRetirement Plans\u201d Bring Southern Comfort to Providence<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Julia Broome has been in and out of the hospitality and event business throughout New England since her graduation from Boston University in 2009. But luckily for Providence, the restaurant that native daughter Broome always thought of as a retirement project came to fruition years earlier. When Covid-19 hit in March of 2020, Broome began&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/early-retirement-plans-bring-southern-comfort-to-providence\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/chibis-choice\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Chibis-Choice-Pet-Grooming-and-Supply-Rhode-Island-East-Providence-Rumford-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Chibis-Choice-Pet-Grooming-and-Supply-Rhode-Island-East-Providence-Rumford-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Chibis-Choice-Pet-Grooming-and-Supply-Rhode-Island-East-Providence-Rumford-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Chibis-Choice-Pet-Grooming-and-Supply-Rhode-Island-East-Providence-Rumford-364x364.jpeg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Chibis-Choice-Pet-Grooming-and-Supply-Rhode-Island-East-Providence-Rumford.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/chibis-choice\/\">Chibi\u2019s Choice<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Success with entrepreneurship requires essential ingredients, like hard work and good planning. Add patience and a sprinkle of luck to increase your chances of success. Aldo Abreu has been tested and has finally made an impact with his pet grooming business Chibi\u2019s Choice. Searching for just the right location was a major test, spanning two&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/chibis-choice\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/lovetts-fine-cigars-and-arts\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Lovetts_Fine_Cigars_And_Arts_Logo-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/lovetts-fine-cigars-and-arts\/\">Lovett\u2019s Fine Cigars and Arts<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">While reestablishing his cigar business closer to target customers in Chepachet, RI, Douglas Lovett expanded to create a place where fine tastes come together. Rebranded in 2019 to incorporate his two passions, Lovett\u2019s Fine Cigars &amp; Arts presents clients with an opportunity to enjoy the best in cigars and features work from local artists, including&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/lovetts-fine-cigars-and-arts\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/kismet-salon\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kismet-Salon-Square-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kismet-Salon-Square-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kismet-Salon-Square-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kismet-Salon-Square-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Kismet-Salon-Square.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/kismet-salon\/\">Kismet Salon<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">After 40 years as a nail technician, Anita Barbera took a leap into entrepreneurship and opening her own salon. Though her timing, perhaps, couldn\u2019t have been worse, she\u2019s risen to the challenge in style. Barbera purchased a building in Cranston and opened the doors to Kismet Salon just one day before all salons were ordered&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/kismet-salon\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/fab-you-us\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Fab-You-Us-Square-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Fab-You-Us-Square-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Fab-You-Us-Square-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Fab-You-Us-Square-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Fab-You-Us-Square.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/fab-you-us\/\">Fab-You-Us<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Ingenuity and grit best&nbsp;describe the spirit of small business owner Tracie Amaral of Fab-You-Us. Entering her third year of business, the pandemic presented a serious threat to the family fun center. Working with the support of RISBDC Small Business Consultant Dennis McCarthy, she accessed critical funding, made important required changes, and is poised to bounce&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/fab-you-us\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/blush-bakeshop\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Blush-Bakeshop-Square-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Blush-Bakeshop-Square-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Blush-Bakeshop-Square-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Blush-Bakeshop-Square-364x363.png 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Blush-Bakeshop-Square.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/blush-bakeshop\/\">Blush Bakeshop<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">From soup and pizza to doughnuts, cakes, danish, and more, Samantha Chamberlain has mastered vegan baking. As owner and Head Pastry Chef of Blush Bakeshop, Chamberlain has been selling her made-from-scratch vegan baked goods and pastries at farmers markets and pop-up events around Rhode Island since 2018. Shortly after establishing herself, she was ready to&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/blush-bakeshop\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/sheehan-psychotherapy-associates\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Sheehan-Square-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Sheehan-Square-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Sheehan-Square-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Sheehan-Square-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Sheehan-Square.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/sheehan-psychotherapy-associates\/\">Sheehan Psychotherapy Associates<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">When Sheehan Psychotherapy Associates employee Ashley Marzullo began down the path to purchase the business from its retiring owner, she had no idea what obstacles and speed bumps would pop up. With the help of the RISBDC, today she stands proudly as the new owner, ready for great things. Over the two years it took&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/sheehan-psychotherapy-associates\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ri-riddle-room\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Riddle-Room-RI-RISBDC-Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-Success-Story-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Riddle-Room-RI-RISBDC-Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-Success-Story-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Riddle-Room-RI-RISBDC-Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-Success-Story-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ri-riddle-room\/\">RI Riddle Room<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Being stuck inside a room trying to figure your way out may sound a little too much like everyday life these days, but for Byron Delmonico, the entrepreneur behind RI Riddle Room escape room, he\u2019s not only used to it: he makes it fun! Delmonico first came to the RI Small Business Development Center in&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ri-riddle-room\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/the-bodhi-spa\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/The-Bodhi-Spa-Newport-Providence-Rhode-Island-Credit-to-Maaike-Photography-2small-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/The-Bodhi-Spa-Newport-Providence-Rhode-Island-Credit-to-Maaike-Photography-2small-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/The-Bodhi-Spa-Newport-Providence-Rhode-Island-Credit-to-Maaike-Photography-2small-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/the-bodhi-spa\/\">The Bodhi Spa<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">A beloved business in Newport is taking advantage of an exciting opportunity to expand to an additional location\u2014and the RI Small Business Development Center (RISBDC) played an important role in making it happen. The Bodhi Spa had already built an excellent reputation among their customers, employees, and community and had been recognized by the Newport&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/the-bodhi-spa\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/whetstone-workshop\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/WW-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/WW-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/WW-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/WW-364x363.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/WW.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/whetstone-workshop\/\">Whetstone Workshop<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Concerned that cash flow could be a problem when it came time to pay monthly bills, the owners of metal fabrication outfit Whetstone Workshop wisely controlled their expenses when starting out. Procuring commissions from interior designers and architects for large architectural and sculptural installations, their typical project takes time to fabricate and must be synchronized&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/whetstone-workshop\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/gerbs-allergy-friendly-foods\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/MyGerbs-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/MyGerbs-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/MyGerbs-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/MyGerbs-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/MyGerbs.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/gerbs-allergy-friendly-foods\/\">Gerbs Allergy Friendly Foods<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Gerbs Allergy Friendly Foods has been a RISBDC client working with Director Amit Basnet since June of 2016. As the world's premium allergy-friendly foods manufacturer, Gerbs is one of a handful of companies with products that are free from the top 14 FDA (Food &amp; Drug Administration) recognized food allergens. Initially, Gerbs came to the&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/gerbs-allergy-friendly-foods\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/neqter-labs\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NeQter-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NeQter-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NeQter-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NeQter-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NeQter.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/neqter-labs\/\">NeQter Labs<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Ransomware, phishing alerts, malware and skimming devices make up just some of the data breaches that businesses and private citizens are subject to on a daily basis. As the world relies increasingly on digital networks to communicate, manage money and conduct business the risks of abuses seem daunting. Even large businesses are not immune: The&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/neqter-labs\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/quonnie-bait-tackle\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/QuonnieBaitTackle-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/QuonnieBaitTackle-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/QuonnieBaitTackle-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/QuonnieBaitTackle-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/QuonnieBaitTackle.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/quonnie-bait-tackle\/\">Quonnie Bait &amp; Tackle<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">All Pete Silva wanted was to get in the game. As the owner of Quonnie Bait &amp; Tackle, Silva was seeking a loan that would enable him to purchase the property the business had been leasing. Owning the property outright would open new doors for the development of the outdoor and sporting goods company, and&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/quonnie-bait-tackle\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/nanosoft\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NanoSoft-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NanoSoft-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NanoSoft-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NanoSoft-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NanoSoft.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/nanosoft\/\">Nanosoft<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Along with a team of researchers at the University of Rhode Island and Brown University, Michael Godfrin developed a new technology for high-powered microscopes, which will enable faster development of drugs and other new and innovative nanomaterials. Armed with this technology, but with little experience in business, Michael was referred to the RISBDC, and began&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/nanosoft\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/beehive-handmade\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Beehive-Square-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Beehive-Square-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Beehive-Square-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Beehive-Square-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Beehive-Square.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/beehive-handmade\/\">Beehive Handmade<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">When Jim Dowd and Sandra Bonazoli met in art school, the two jewelers started a relationship based on a love of metalsmithing. Inspired by beautiful vintage kitchenware, Jim and Sandra had an idea for a collection of metal giftware and keepsakes that incorporated thoughtfulness and charm, qualities they felt were missing from many modern products.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/beehive-handmade\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/bio-one-inc\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Bio-One-PVD-Logo-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Bio-One-PVD-Logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Bio-One-PVD-Logo-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/bio-one-inc\/\">Bio-One Inc.<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Rhode Island native Zachary Mattera recently opened the state's first Bio-One Inc. franchise. Bio-One provides decontamination and biohazard cleanup services while treating clients with privacy and compassion, which difficult moments demand. This newest location serves Providence and surrounding areas. Mattera studied Criminal Justice at Norwich University. His years of experience and expertise are exhibited when&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/bio-one-inc\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/speech-services-rhode-island-llc\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Paige-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/speech-services-rhode-island-llc\/\">Speech Services Rhode Island, LLC<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Rhode Island business owners Paige and Jonathan Voccia are celebrating fast-paced success with their speech therapy business. The married couple share a commitment to helping those in their community with speech, communication, and cognitive difficulties and have always dreamed of owning their own business.&nbsp; \u201cWe were drawn to creating something of our own, building it&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/speech-services-rhode-island-llc\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hope-and-harmony-holistic-health-and-healing\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HopeHarmonySquare-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HopeHarmonySquare-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HopeHarmonySquare-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HopeHarmonySquare-768x769.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HopeHarmonySquare-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HopeHarmonySquare-500x501.jpg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HopeHarmonySquare.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hope-and-harmony-holistic-health-and-healing\/\">Hope and Harmony: Holistic Health and Healing<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Denise Dacier, owner of Hope and Harmony: Holistic Health and Healing, LLC, always knew she was a healer and that her life\u2019s purpose is to help people.&nbsp; An RN since 2004 and an NP since 2013, she is now actively pursuing a certification in holistic nursing through the American Holistic Nurses Association.&nbsp; This is more&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hope-and-harmony-holistic-health-and-healing\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/odettas\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/OdettasSquare-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/OdettasSquare-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/OdettasSquare-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/OdettasSquare-364x363.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/OdettasSquare.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/odettas\/\">Odettas<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Odettas is the brainchild of Sabine Accetta and Cindy O'Donnell. Together, the duo creates handmade decorations, fashions, and a variety of eco-friendly jewelry \u2014 including pieces made with locally sourced sea glass. The pair are regulars at local craft and vendor fairs around New England. While Etsy and craft fairs were bringing in orders, Accetta&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/odettas\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/little-fire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/littlefire-chalkboard-squares-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/littlefire-chalkboard-squares-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/littlefire-chalkboard-squares-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/littlefire-chalkboard-squares-364x363.png 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/littlefire-chalkboard-squares.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/little-fire\/\">Little Fire<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Little Fire is a video production company that produces both commercial and narrative content in the digital space. Beyond working with clients to sell products, Little Fire also aims to be a platform for companies to broadcast their social messages. Co-founders Raz Cunningham and Aidan Laliberte brought impressive portfolios of work to their new venture.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/little-fire\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/barretts-garden-llc\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/BarrettsGardenSquare-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/BarrettsGardenSquare-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/BarrettsGardenSquare-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/BarrettsGardenSquare-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/BarrettsGardenSquare.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/barretts-garden-llc\/\">Barrett\u2019s Garden, LLC<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Liz Barrett has been resourceful and self-reliant throughout her career.&nbsp; So when it came time to share her vegan delights, she jumped in with both feet. Starting out with cashew based products designed to substitute for parmesan and ricotta cheeses, she\u2019s been a big hit on the farmer\u2019s market circuit Early success fueled her confidence&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/barretts-garden-llc\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tu-voz-es-musica\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Musica-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tu-voz-es-musica\/\">Tu voz es Musica<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">The question on Yaneth Caecido\u2019s mind was, \u201cCan I duplicate the success I\u2019ve enjoyed in my native Colombia now that I\u2019m living in the United States?\u201d Accolades and awards came easily to Yaneth in Colombia while singing, instructing and organizing muscial production recordings and performances. Duplicating this success with only limited English would be challenging.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tu-voz-es-musica\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/e-frances-paper\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-RI-Counselor-E-Frances-Paper-Group-Shot-With-Logo-1-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-RI-Counselor-E-Frances-Paper-Group-Shot-With-Logo-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-RI-Counselor-E-Frances-Paper-Group-Shot-With-Logo-1-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/e-frances-paper\/\">E. Frances Paper<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Three sisters \u2013 well, one cousin and two sisters \u2013 who have been best friends since childhood made their dream a reality by starting a greeting card and paper products company in 2012. From its humble beginnings where Ali Flippin, one of the founders, made cards out of a tiny office, they have built a&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/e-frances-paper\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hi-way-guardian\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HiWayGuardianSquare-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HiWayGuardianSquare-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HiWayGuardianSquare-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HiWayGuardianSquare-364x363.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HiWayGuardianSquare.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hi-way-guardian\/\">Hi-Way Guardian<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Rhonda Simpson has been in the construction industry for 30 years as a driver, owner\/operator and laborer.&nbsp; Over the past 5 years, she has also gained extensive experience in highway safety setups.&nbsp; Rhonda has been trained as a highway work zone safety traffic control technician (certificate #180006459), maintains a current medical card at all times,&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hi-way-guardian\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/a-shore-thing\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/ShoreThing-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/ShoreThing-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/ShoreThing-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/a-shore-thing\/\">A Shore Thing<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">A Shore Thing is a beautiful, cozy spot right by Charlestown Beach with a unique shop behind the bed and breakfast with gifts and furniture repurposed right on site. Jen Messina had fallen in love with Charlestown after many years of visiting her aunt and uncle\u2019s property where they ran an art gallery. She had&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/a-shore-thing\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/latte-love-coffee-house\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/LatteLove-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/LatteLove-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/LatteLove-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/latte-love-coffee-house\/\">Latte Love Coffee House<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Tony Phouaykoumpha learned the essence of hard work, struggle, perseverance and work ethics at an early age. His parents sacrificed a good living in Laos to give him and his sister a shot at the American Dream when Tony was just 7 years old. He has always admired his parents\u2019 hard work, zeal, integrity and&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/latte-love-coffee-house\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hg80\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HG80-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HG80-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HG80-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hg80\/\">HG80<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">After more than 15 years as a bartender\/mixologist, Josh Berner traded in his bottle openers and wine keys for tongs and a spatula to open HG80, a food truck based in Providence, RI. At , he serves untraditional tacos, potato chips, and sodas. Never doing anything the \u201ctraditional\u201d way, Josh has always had an independent&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/hg80\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/unplugged-book-box\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_4459-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_4459-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_4459-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_4459-364x364.jpeg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/IMG_4459.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/unplugged-book-box\/\">Unplugged Book Box<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">As passionate, lifelong writers and readers, Sarah Khan and Melanie McKnight developed a strong bond over their love of literature. They combined forces to embark on a venture rooted in their mutual interest in creating a brand they could stand behind. Both founders wanted to combine their love of self-care and books, while encouraging subscribers&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/unplugged-book-box\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/destination-recommended\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Destination-Recommended-Success-Story-RISBDC-Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Destination-Recommended-Success-Story-RISBDC-Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Destination-Recommended-Success-Story-RISBDC-Rhode-Island-Small-Business-Development-Center-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/destination-recommended\/\">Destination Recommended<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">After years of working in the travel industry, destination marketing organization (DMO) guru Jim Brody had an idea for a startup business that he believed could change the travel industry entirely. Rather than requiring travelers to know where they want to go, or spend oodles of time searching the web to compare destinations, Brody\u2019s website&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/destination-recommended\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/white-dog-distilling\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/White-Dog-Distilling-Logo-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/White-Dog-Distilling-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/White-Dog-Distilling-Logo-300x300.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/white-dog-distilling\/\">White Dog Distilling<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">A full-time science teacher at Scituate High School, Carlo Catucci found himself performing some tasty experiments at home. Crafting spirits in a 10-gallon pot, Carlo discovered he had a knack for distilling. As he developed his skills, family and friends encouraged him to turn his hobby into a business. Making the leap a few years&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/white-dog-distilling\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/healthybabies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/SBDC-pic-1-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/healthybabies\/\">Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, Inc.<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, Inc. &nbsp; Over its first 13 years in operation, East Greenwich venture Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, Inc. was a successful small business, experiencing moderate growth. Founder Kathy Moren\u2019s background as a neonatal intensive care nurse, with experience in home healthcare and corporate consulting, positioned her as the perfect person to launch&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/healthybabies\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/california-liquors\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/calfornia-liqurs-e1525365625114-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/california-liquors\/\">California Liquors<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Serial entrepreneur Miguel Fernandez always has a plan. With two successful businesses co-owned with family in the Dominican Republic under his belt, he was ready to strike out on his own and tackle a new adventure. With an eye to the stability of the industry, Miguel crafted a plan to one day own a successful&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/california-liquors\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/emerging-energy-acupuncture\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/emerging-energy-flowers-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/emerging-energy-acupuncture\/\">Emerging Energy Acupuncture<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">The healthcare field is built on a foundation of creating an atmosphere of comfort and trust. Emerging Energy founder Mary Claire Dilks has taken precise measures to create a relaxed and safe space for her practice of acupuncture. Her success in building a thriving practice has brought her to the point of needing to expand.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/emerging-energy-acupuncture\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/new-england-tumble-force\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/NewEnglandTumbleForce-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/new-england-tumble-force\/\">New England Tumble Force<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Women owned and operated is the motto here at New England Tumble Force, a brand-new, state of the art All-Star cheerleading and family fitness center run by Amy Wahlberg. Amy has a natural entrepreneurial spirit, and when she discovered a lack of cheerleading gyms in Rhode Island, she took it upon herself to open a&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/new-england-tumble-force\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/3930-2\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/HenrisAuto-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/3930-2\/\">Henri&#8217;s Auto Repair, LLC<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">After 10 years of friendship, formed and fortified while Dave Lambert worked on Bill Gately\u2019s car over time, the two men decided to embark on a business venture together. One day Dave, with more than 36 years\u2019 experience in the automotive repair industry, mentioned to Bill that he was thinking about buying an auto repair&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/3930-2\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ri-mushroom-co\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/mushroom-co-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ri-mushroom-co\/\">RI Mushroom Co<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">It turns out that growing mushrooms can be good business. With a business model that is a unique combination of both growing mushrooms and sourcing the best mushrooms from growers around the country, the RI Mushroom Company has been making a name for itself since 2013. In just four years\u2019 time Mike Hallock, CEO, and&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/ri-mushroom-co\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tlc-coffee-roasters-success-story\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/16RISBDCTLC1216-109-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tlc-coffee-roasters-success-story\/\">TLC Coffee Roasters Success Story<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">TLC Coffee Roasters, a unique coffee house and specialty bean roaster located in West Kingston, was looking to increase online sales of their distinctive products. TLC already had a great recipe down: start with organic, sustainably sourced beans from small estate farms worldwide; roast impeccably using a unique on-site process that accentuates both the lighter&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/tlc-coffee-roasters-success-story\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/artistic-melodies-success-story\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/artistic-melody-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/artistic-melodies-success-story\/\">Artistic Melodies Success Story<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Melanie Morrissey knew all along that her dream was to open her own studio. With 27 years experience in theater, dance, acting, musical theater, voice, and film, Morrissey dreamed of providing the perfect creative environment to encourage students to grow to their fullest potential and gain confidence in the performing arts. When she was ready&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/artistic-melodies-success-story\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/schastea-formerly-the-elephant-room\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/schastea-formerly-elephant-room-ri-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/schastea-formerly-the-elephant-room\/\">Schastea (formerly The Elephant Room)<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Schastea tearoom and creperie started with a vision of having an exotic and magical experience, just around the corner. Entrepreneurs Tony and Olga Lopez have created a minimalist zen-space where guests feel transported while enjoying a wide variety of teas, beers, wines, and cocktails. There is also an ample selection of savory and sweet crepes,&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/schastea-formerly-the-elephant-room\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/kendall-reiss\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/kendall-Reiss-Crop-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/kendall-reiss\/\">Kendall Reiss<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">With a geology degree in hand, Kendall Reiss started her career by taking a deep dive into the poetry of rocks. Her fascination with the endurance and splendor of the natural world formed the foundation for an artistic practice grounded in quality craftsmanship of fine jewelry. With support from the RISBDC, Reiss recently celebrated the&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/kendall-reiss\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/smoke-and-squeal-bbq\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/BBQ1-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/smoke-and-squeal-bbq\/\">Smoke and Squeal BBQ<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Owning his own business in the food service industry has always been Adam Batchelder\u2019s dream.\u00a0 Culinary Arts has been his passion and now he is the proud owner of Smoke &amp; Squeal BBQ LLC, a new food truck based out of Pawtucket RI. Smoke &amp; Squeal delivers an authentic smoked BBQ experience where the customer&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/smoke-and-squeal-bbq\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/heartspot-art-center-and-gallery\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/JenniferGillooly-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/heartspot-art-center-and-gallery\/\">HeARTspot Art Center and Gallery<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Making art, teaching art, creating community: the HeARTspot Art Center and Gallery is the culmination of years of professional and personal interests for 20-year public school teaching veteran Jennifer Gillooly Cahoon. In the classroom, she split time teaching both art and special education, and for a time ran the art department at East Providence High.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/heartspot-art-center-and-gallery\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/blanch-auto-repair\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/DavidBlanch-e1498244333568-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/blanch-auto-repair\/\">Blanch Auto Repair<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Owning an automotive repair and maintenance shop has been a life-long dream of David Blanch. Love for automotives runs in the Blanch family. His father is a mechanic and would occasionally take him to work when he was a child.\u00a0 Since then, he always knew he wanted to work on cars. \u00a0It is more than&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/blanch-auto-repair\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/lincoln-tax-services-of-ri\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/LincolnTaxServices2-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/lincoln-tax-services-of-ri\/\">Lincoln Tax Services of RI<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Going to work every day is what most of us do. But if you love what you do, like Sharon (Raheb) DeSimone, it\u2019s not work at all!&nbsp; With more than 12 years of experience as a tax professional, DeSimone had found her niche and was thriving in a role that allowed her to meet new&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/lincoln-tax-services-of-ri\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/orbit-motion\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/orbit-motion-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/orbit-motion-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/orbit-motion.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/orbit-motion\/\">Orbit Motion<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UPI3FeVkFAo Orbit Motion A good formula for success includes strong academics combined with years of experience in a field with opportunity. Josh Holt, founder and CEO of Orbit Motion, has methodically built his company on this foundation. With a computer engineering degree (URI \u201907) in hand Josh opted to work for a small technical company&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/orbit-motion\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/projectengin\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/project-engin-ri-founder-ann-kaiser-singapore-classroom-1-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/projectengin\/\">ProjectEngin<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">ProjectEngin Timing is everything, they say. For ProjectEngin, it couldn\u2019t be more true. Riding a growing tide of STEM awareness, the company has seen a rapid increase in demand for its professional development services and its curriculum that supports inclusion of engineering in K-12 classes. With a passion for bringing more creative and innovative students&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/projectengin\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/whalers-brewing-co\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/unnamed-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/whalers-brewing-co\/\">Whalers Brewing Co.<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Whaler's Brewing Company South Kingstown, RI It\u2019s no secret that craft brewing is a booming industry, and Whaler\u2019s Brewing is poised to be the next big player on that stage here in the smallest state. What began as a hobby for its founders has grown with passion into a unique and highly regarded microbrewery start-up.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/whalers-brewing-co\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/sentinel-group\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/sentinel-group-e1490719570511-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/sentinel-group\/\">Sentinel Group<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Public service comes in many forms but John Tassoni, Jr. has cornered the market on helping his community. After serving Rhode Island as a State Senator from Smithfield for 12 years John is building the Sentinel Group. The Sentinel Group is an integrated marketing services, media relations, labor relations, government relations and community action organization.&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/sentinel-group\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/bucktown\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Bucktown-1-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/bucktown\/\">Bucktown<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">A New Yorker by background, Adam Mir has fallen for his new home of Providence. Having worked in the restaurant industry for years, he always dreamed of opening his own neighborhood joint, and made that dream a reality on the West Side with Chef Ashley Faulkner. Adam was introduced to the RISBDC through Hope &amp;&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/bucktown\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dexter-training-concepts\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Dexter-Training-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dexter-training-concepts\/\">Dexter Training Concepts<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">For Dexter Training Concepts, business success reflects their line of work: hard work, sweat, and no shortcuts. Since 2004, Paul and Laura Dexter\u2019s eponymous business in North Providence, RI, has used their customized and personalized approach to health and wellness to help clients achieve their fitness goals. With help from RISBDC business counselor Dennis McCarthy,&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/dexter-training-concepts\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/essentially-coconut\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/c-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/essentially-coconut\/\">Essentially Coconut<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">The buzz is building for Essentially Coconut, a growing company that is producing high-quality coconut butters at Hope &amp; Main, a Rhode Island food business incubator. Owner Sophia Gartland attended a workshop at Hope &amp; Main on business modelling and alternative start-up financing options conducted by the RISBDC and Accion, a small business lending program.\u00a0&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/essentially-coconut\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/reymonds-brother-tailor-shop-laundromat\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/k-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/reymonds-brother-tailor-shop-laundromat\/\">Reymond\u2019s Brother Tailor Shop &amp; Laundromat<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">&nbsp; Cranston entrepreneurs Ruben Ogando &amp; Alba Baez grew their business with support from the RISBDC. \u00a0 They arrived in Rhode Island over 10 years ago in pursuit of the American Dream; he from the Dominican Republic and she from Puerto Rico. Ruben and his brother started Reymond\u2019s Brother Tailor Shop in 1990. \u00a0After his&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/reymonds-brother-tailor-shop-laundromat\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/school-of-rock\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/School-of-Rock-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/school-of-rock\/\">School of Rock<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">&nbsp; Bono, the leader of one of the world\u2019s greatest rock bands said, \u201cMusic can change the world because it can change people.\u201d Dave LaSalle of the School of Rock has taken that quote to heart. With music kids learn life\u2019s lessons with every note, practice and performance. Dave\u2019s commitment to music, since age 6,&hellip; <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/school-of-rock\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/east-providence-auto-body\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/Ken-Hot-Rides-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/east-providence-auto-body\/\">East Providence Auto Body<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">East Providence Entrepreneur Overcomes Challenges, Expands with Support from Commerce RI and the RI Small Business Development Center at URI. <a class=\"excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/east-providence-auto-body\/\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"listing-item\"><a class=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/the-hopscotch-room\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/987\/3-Bldg-Kristine-20150728_145718-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a> <a class=\"title\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/risbdc\/the-hopscotch-room\/\">The Hopscotch Room<\/a> <span class=\"excerpt-dash\">-<\/span> <span class=\"excerpt\">Successful business owners seem to have an innate ability to persevere in the face of adversity. 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