Our city is home to so many incredible businesses and so we asked the founders how they came up with the ideas for their businesses and have shared their responses below.

Joshua Patrick | Holistic Health & Wellness Coach/Owner

Due to the terrible state of health in our society (especially in my specific community), I knew there was a need for a culture shift with optimal health and wellness as a focal point. I’ve also always believed in God, and in the fact that God resides in everybody. Read more>>

Dom Sharpe | Graphic Designer, Artist and Developer

During the protests over the pandemic, I noticed a lot of businesses suddenly became interested in protecting Black lives. Yet, once things settled down, so did their support. One of those was with a streamer who promised to uplift and promote Black voices on their home page. It was during Black history month only of course, but it was a tip-toe in the right direction. Read more>>

Fred Young | Grill Master and Chef

I noticed BBQ was the biggest gathering when it came to social events or family gatherings. I’m great at grilling so I figured I should sell what most people like and what I’m good at BBQ and Souse. Read more>>

Nikki Stephens | Owner of Revive | Premium Secondhand Shop + Wardrobe Upleveling Services

Revive came into being from a lifelong passion and my desire to create something I didn’t really see in the market. I love fashion. I always have. Putting outfits together is so much fun for me. It’s an expression of who I am to the world, and when I’m dressed in something that I love, I feel so good! And that’s what we’re all after in this life, right? To feel our very best. Read more>>

Noelle Smith | Licensed Esthetician & Business Owner

As a licensed esthetician, I always dreamed of owning my own business (spa) one day. I wanted to be able to work for myself, provide my clients with the best service & treatments and to be flexible to work around my kids schedules as well since I was a single parent. My business was born out of a desire to create a space for my clients to feel their best not only on the outside, but inside as well. Read more>>