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Discover how the YC SBDC has empowered entrepreneurs to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and transform their dreams into thriving businesses. These success stories highlight the resilience, creativity, and determination of small business owners who have partnered with us to unlock their full potential and drive economic growth in our community.
Verde Massage, LLC : To create a place of healing for all our clients, to create a healthy work environment, and to elevate massage therapy in our community.
Caleb Davis founded Verde Massage LLC out of a deep desire to do what he loved in his hometown of Camp Verde, Arizona, an area that lacked significant opportunities for professional massage therapy. Despite his passion, Caleb faced several key challenges early on: securing funding, building confidence, and developing a solid business plan.
Bill Hattan, Founder and CEO of SleevSaver embarked on his entrepreneurial journey several years ago to create a product that would revolutionize the limb-loss community. However, as a start-up, SleevSaver faced significant challenges common to new ventures: navigating business planning, securing funding, and connecting with the right resources to support growth.
Bill knew he needed guidance and mentorship to overcome these obstacles and effectively bring his product to market.
Since her start in 2020, Kate Watters, owner of Wild Heart Farm, has continually pivoted, innovated, and ultimately contributed significant economic impact to the region including creating jobs, expanding her farm, improving employee compensation, obtaining grants, and securing third place in a local Moonshot rural pitch competition.
Beyond the numbers, her commitment to sustainability, building community, and creating unique and resilient spaces is truly the success story that needs to be shared.