Square Holes

Square Holes, LLC, a brainchild of Beth Varner and Dave Turnbull, is a business that focuses on providing professional training that empowers teams and organizations to enhance their accessibility. Initially, they approached the Oklahoma SBDC, seeking guidance to register their business with the Secretary of State. Despite having several organizations interested in their services, they […]

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Under My Wing Academy, LLC

Kristan, the owner of Under My Wing Academy, LLC, faced significant challenges in her journey from running a small at-home daycare to establishing a full-scale childcare center. Initially, she aimed to build or purchase a facility independently but encountered financial planning and business structuring difficulties. Additionally, the high costs of various building options posed a […]

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Burgess Aerospace Innovations

Johnathan Burgess, a distinguished Aerospace Engineer, is the visionary behind HerdsEyeView—a pioneering product that utilizes unmanned drones and AI-driven analytics to transform livestock management. With an extensive background in unpiloted aviation technologies, Johnathan has led numerous projects at Oklahoma State University and Project Boom Inc., demonstrating his expertise in designing and developing unpiloted aircraft and […]

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The Real Boutique

Nora Sosa envisioned opening a women’s clothing boutique that offers quality upscale dresses at affordable prices. To bring her vision to life, she enlisted the expertise of the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center (SBDC). With their guidance, Nora meticulously prepared all necessary documentation and refined her business plan. She also participated in the Mexicana Emprende […]

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Miss Nile Beauty Products

Grace Owa, a dedicated nurse, was driven by a desire to create safe and effective self-care products for herself and her colleagues. She began by creating natural deodorants and eventually expanded her self-care products to include body butters. Encouraged by her colleagues to share her creations, Grace decided to begin her entrepreneurial journey to start […]

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The Brave Ember

Caitlyn Baker, the owner of the Brave Ember, successfully took her newfound hobby and transformed it into her own business.  In 2021, Caitlyn found a creative outlet in candle-making. She discovered her passion after first crafting candles for a work gift exchange. From there, Caitlyn continued candle making as a hobby. Eventually, as she continued to […]

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Familia Mechanical

Jonathan Prieto, a seasoned HVAC industry professional with over a decade of experience, partnered with his wife Kate, a U.S. Air Force veteran with five years of service and two years as a military contractor, to embark on an entrepreneurial journey to establish their own HVAC business. With Jonathan’s industry knowledge and Kate’s business acumen, […]

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Boards by Kelly

Kelly Burton, the proprietor of Boards by Kelly, sought guidance from the OKSBDC three months after launching her business. She aimed to ensure her business was set up correctly and to increase its visibility within the Canadian County communities. With the help of Advisor Emily Beesley, Kelly established action steps for business insurance, customer reach […]

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Sweet Home Resort

Bryan Pirtle, a driven entrepreneur, decided that he wanted to establish a vacation RV rental site in Ardmore. Wanting to turn his vision into reality, he registered with the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center (SBDC), where he was paired with Business Advisor Ed Dyer. Bryan had four acres of land at his disposal, but he […]

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IC Fitness

From personal trainer to gym owner, Candy Tipton’s journey of determination and community support culminated in the grand opening of her business, IC Fitness, marking a significant milestone in her career.   Candy, a personal trainer since 2017, harbored the ambition to open her own gym. Recognizing the need for a comprehensive business plan to secure […]

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