Andy’s Car Wash finds itself a small business in a big world these days, and it is nimbly navigating that world through a combination of social media and community involvement. Niki Anderson is co-owner of Andy’s with her husband Ben, who is the grandson of the business’s namesake, James Forrest “Andy” Anderson, who established the […]
Read MoreBusiness careers are often described as a “journey” because they seldom follow a straight line. Journeys imply starts and stops, twists and turns, peaks and valleys. Each one of those can result in a course correction. Katie Austin knows all about that, and how bold decisions can yield great outcomes. Katie, a Fort Wayne native […]
Read MoreWhat do you do if you’re a vendor seeking events where you can sell your products on a consistent basis? If your name is Johanna Barrera, you create your own! Learn how this dynamic entrepreneur developed Unity Market in the heart of Fort Wayne. Q: What is your business? Unity Market is a place where […]
MoreMany small business owners discover their inner entrepreneur through personal adversity, and Irina Beltrán is no exception. After losing her job of 20 years, she began to look for ways to serve others. In the process, she discovered a new opportunity, and Beltrán Group Documentation Services was born. Q: What is your business? Beltrán Group […]
Read MoreBuilding a business from the ground up is undeniably challenging, but Fort Wayne entrepreneur Amanda Klingenberger has proven it can be done. She is the founder of Linden Square, a local company specializing in large scale corporate gifting campaigns. What began as a small operation in her home approximately 5 years ago has now grown […]
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