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Veteran-Owned Wepa Lands $1M Contract with Port of San Diego

November 11, 2024

Wepa Commercial Cleaning, a veteran-owned and -operated janitorial and disinfecting company, is celebrating a major milestone. The San Diego-based business has secured a $1 million one-year contract with the Port of San Diego.

Wepa was founded by Francisco Rivera, a U.S. military veteran, who has built the company into a top-rated business with coverage in major publications. Wepa provides a full range of commercial cleaning and disinfecting services, employing skilled workers and utilizing advanced procedures to ensure healthy environments for organizations’ employees, customers, and guests.

Lima Charlie Inc.: An Innovative Veteran-Owned Government Relations Firm

November 6, 2024

Lima Charlie Inc. has carved out a unique niche in the highly competitive government contracting space. Founded during the pandemic, this service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) has developed a completely remote, cloud-based model to provide expert government relations services to federal agencies and local municipalities.

Led by CEO David Waldbauer, a service-disabled veteran, Lima Charlie is known for its quality of management, which is well-organized, agile, detail-oriented, and focused on simplicity. These core strengths allow the firm to consistently deliver positive client experiences, reduce risk, and optimize costs.

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Insurance Tips for Success

October 24, 2024

By Heather Lovett

October marks Women’s Small Business Month. It’s a time to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women entrepreneurs and small business owners across the nation. As more women step into entrepreneurship and build successful businesses, their impact on the economy grows stronger. With these accomplishments comes the need for proper protection to sustain their businesses’ continued success. Having the right safeguards in place is essential for sustaining long-term success.

Woman Entrepreneur Builds Successful Construction Business with SBDC Help

October 17, 2024

As we celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month, it’s inspiring to highlight the journey of women entrepreneurs who are making their mark in traditionally male-dominated industries. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on Theresa Ortiz, the founding principal of 2bn contracting, whose story exemplifies the power of determination, expertise, and strategic planning in building a successful woman-owned business.

From Project Manager to Business Owner

With over 20 years of experience in commercial construction, including 12 years as a project manager, Theresa Ortiz recognized a significant opportunity. She observed firsthand the growing demand for woman- and minority-owned suppliers and subcontractors in the construction industry. This insight and her passion for helping others excel led her to embark on the journey of creating her own consulting and contracting business.

Young Entrepreneurs Breathe New Life into Historic Vermont Art Gallery

October 15, 2024

For nearly 35 years, Robert Paul Galleries has been at the heart of Stowe’s thriving community of artists and art lovers alike. So when the original owners retired in May of 2023, young entrepreneurs and longtime residents Jack H. Morris and Alexandra B. Weathers embraced the opportunity to purchase the business, building upon a legacy of connecting artists from around the world to Vermont’s largest town.

At only 22 and 23 years old, Jack and Alex set out to operate this creative establishment with three specific goals in mind: to bring people together through art; to have a strong presence in Vermont’s developing art scene; and to create an experiential gallery featuring both emerging and seasoned artists.

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