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LaFontaine Preparatory School Opens Sept. 2011

Aug 29 in Success Stories Written by: sarah

LaFontaine Preparatory School will have an official ribbon cutting ceremony on August 2, 2011 at 116 Meridian Way, Suite 2, across the street from the Richmond Centre. The new school is a structured pre-kindergarten setting with half-day sessions for morning and afternoon offering art, dance, yoga, music, and technology. Gus LaFontaine is the owner and administrator of the facility. LaFontaine graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 2001 with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education...

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Buffalo Wings & Rings

Mar 09 in Success Stories Written by: admin

Karen and Norris Kennedy first approached the Hopkinsville SBDC in March 2009 with a problem – they could not find any good hot wings in the area. Norris, who is currently on active duty at Fort Campbell, wanted to remedy this problem by obtaining the local franchise for Buffalo Wings and Rings. Together the Kennedy’s and the SBDC developed a business plan, met with local bankers and representatives of the franchise, and prepared a SBA loan package. The couple was later awarded a SBA 7A loan...

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Semper Simon

Mar 07 in Success Stories Written by: admin

Semper Simon is a custom Direct to Garment Printing (DTG) and graphic design company operated by Billy Simon and his family in Richmond, KY. Initially Simon was unsure of what type of business to pursue but knew that he had the drive and dedication to be successful. Simon drew upon his past experiences as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, serving from 1999 to 2004 in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, to determine what type of business to start. After careful consideration,...

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Goin’ Postal

Mar 06 in Success Stories Written by: admin

Oftentimes, the leadership and planning skills gained in the military provide an excellent foundation for business ownership. Combine that with a strong family work ethic, and you have a winning formula. Jerome and Sharon Bussey, both serving on active duty, had the goal of owning a business that they could develop and grow with their sons. They recognized a need for affordable shipping options for the general public and business community near Fort Knox. After researching franchise...

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