In the midst of COVID-19, Ty Grayel connected with the Michigan SBDC to take advantage of the SBDC's CARES Act services and launch Ty GrayEl LLC — A cultural enrichment content creation company that develops eCommerce and audio & video presentations.

Nathalie Nkashama, is a county social worker who started her business with the help of the SBDC and other agencies. "World Mart" provides African emigres access to specialized foods in rural Minnesota. Then she moved out of her store into a trailer.

At age 24 Da'Shawn Lindsay moved back to his small MS Delta hometown to start his business and give back to his community. He believes in the power of baseball to change kids' lives by introducing them to sportsmanship and teamwork.
(Photos by Bruce Newman Photography)

Founder, Iveth Jalinsky, uses bamboo to make masks, PPE, pulp, fiber, bio-plastics/fuels, furniture, and construction materials for the future, today. Evergy turned to Jalinsky for mask that are safe, soft, and made from high-tech bamboo fibers.

Rosemaree and Everett Windy Boy Jr. turned to the Havre SBDC for help purchasing the business they had both been employees at for periods of time over the past ten years. With the help of the SBDC the Windy Boys were able to retain 6 positions through the transition. With the Havre Taco Treat location being the only one in 100-miles, it was essential for the Windy Boys to purchase the franchise to keep the small business open as well as the loyal community support and customer clientele.