In the heart of Meriden, Connecticut, Daniela Nuñez, along with her husband Carlos, and her mother, Aida, set out to fill a gap in the local dining scene by offering fresh, healthy, and vegan-inspired meals. With a passion for wellness and nutrition, they opened The Green Deli, a fast-casual eatery. When asked what inspired her […]
Kelsey Rioux has been working with CTSBDC since the very beginning of her entrepreneurial journey, reflecting a long-established and valued relationship. In March 2020, she embarked on the exciting path of acquiring Artistry Dance Center, formerly The Putnam Dance Center, a studio with a proud history dating back to its founding in 1996. Over three […]
Michelle Nicholson, owner of The Flour Girl Bakery, found her passion for sourdough bread during a visit to King Arthur Baking Company in Vermont, where she thought, “I want to do this.” However, as her business idea blossomed, Nicholson realized that turning her love for baking into a sustainable venture required more than skill in […]
Stingers Indoor Golf is an innovative indoor golf simulator facility in New Britain, Connecticut, that is revolutionizing how the game is enjoyed. Their state-of-the-art virtual golf systems offer perfect conditions every day of the year. This small business was born out of a deep passion for the game and a desire to create a career […]
The Quest for Support: CTSBDC’s Role Odette Charlery, the owner of Sprouts Nursery Playschool, LLC, envisioned something unique and innovative within the childcare industry. Her journey began with a personal quest, unable to find suitable childcare for her son. With a decade of experience as a nanny, her passion for nurturing early childhood education blossomed […]
The Challenge Operating on a unique 24-hour schedule Monday through Friday, Kamara Moodie established Lil Sunshine Home Daycare in 2007. She explains, “Childcare is my passion. Nurturing young minds, planting seeds for the future, and watching them grow and flourish is what keeps me motivated.” Kamara Moodie approached Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC) seeking […]
All Marine Spares International, LLC is an International Maritime Machinery Specialist that focuses on the study and supply of American, European, Korean, Japanese, and Chinese-made machinery systems for the shipping, offshore, navy, and shipbuilding sectors. The company’s specialty is mechanical machinery. All Marine Spares represents over 30 manufacturers who are Industry Leaders themselves, located around […]
The Nest Coffee House operates as a for-profit subsidiary under A Little Compassion Inc. (ALC), a nonprofit organization committed to transforming the lives of young adults with disabilities. At ALC they understand that finding your place in the world can be tough and it is even tougher for a young adult with autism, an intellectual […]
Nerac, Inc. is a global research and advisory firm helping companies develop innovative products and technologies. President & CEO Kevin Bouley acquired the company in 1999. Nerac undertook a significant transformation of its business offering in response to Google’s increasing dominance in search. Nerac developed and launched a series of improved research offerings in 2020 […]
Jeremy Bronen and Timothy Krupksi were business partners of SedMed Inc. which formed in June of 2021. Inspired by Timothy’s family friend, the company was formed and focused on developing mobility products for people with disabilities and older adults. Timothy’s close family friend “Grandma Grace” had suffered a stroke, and Timothy realized that something needed […]
Helping Children to Pursue their Dreams Angelique Kuang, a former middle school teacher, always struggled with the limitations of providing mentorship to students. Led by her passion for children, she started a franchise of BusinessKids in Connecticut. “I wanted to do more for our youth and community, by offering a unique platform to be authentically […]
Tyche Planning & Policy Group, LLC is a planning and community development consulting services firm founded in January 2021, by four individuals with a focus on municipal planning services. Tyche co-founders Michael D’Amato and John Guszkowski started their own small business as an LLC despite having no prior experience. The founders’ primary challenge was navigating […]
First in the Area Curry Queen, owned by Nalini Srinivasan, is a new dine-in and take-out Indian restaurant with refrigerated grab-and-go meals, and a natural food grocery, opening in Old Saybrook, where there are no Indian cuisine options within a 30-mile radius.” Nalini says that she was inspired by the challenge of investing in commercial […]
Providing Machining Service Hygrade Precision Technologies is a precision grinding, lapping, and CNC (computer numerical control) machining specialist firm focusing on the aerospace and defense supply chains. Hygrade Precision Technologies provides a wide range of custom machining services with accuracy and quality, from a complete part or just one finished feature. Revenue Growth 2022 5.8 […]
Pushing wheelchairs is easier than ever! Are you one of those who usually pushes a wheelchair? Are you suffering from neck problems? Matthew Quinn, President of Greenmont Healthcare Products LLC, had the same issue. Matthew developed a convenient and affordable solution -the Easy Pushbar- that makes pushing a wheelchair easier and less impactful for the […]
When Susan White was presented the opportunity to purchase Atlas Stamping & Manufacturing Corp, she recognized both the opportunities she would have and assistance she may need. Working with Denise Whitford at Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), Susan has been able to successfully create a growth plan for Atlas. Capital Accessed Paycheck Protection Program […]
Farm to Table, Food Safety, Natural Food, Overfishing, Toxic Algae Blooms, Healthy Oceans… Ideal Fish (formally Great American Aquaculture) is addressing these critical issues and capitalizing on emerging global trends. Eric Pedersen, founder of Ideal Fish, has built a land-based, high-tech fish farm in Waterbury, taking full advantage of the high quality and abundant water […]