Reviving a small town’s heart: Georgia entrepreneur helps transform downtown Demorest with UGA SBDC guidance
When longtime Georgia entrepreneur Chadwick Peck spotted two run-down buildings in downtown Demorest, he didn’t see blight – he saw opportunity. With help from the UGA SBDC Specialty Programs Division and its SSBCI business advisors, Peck secured the funding he needed to bring these properties back to life.
UGA SBDC helps Augusta landscape company build legacy under new ownership
From employee to owner, Patrick Wells turned a career in landscaping into a thriving business. With help from the UGA SBDC, he doubled his team and more than doubled revenue. Today, Piedmont Landscape Management into one of Augusta’s top commercial landscaping companies and Wells has been recognized by SBA as Georgia’s Small Business Person of the Year.
Savannah entrepreneurs’ startup finds fast track to success with UGA SBDC help
Sean Dane-Kellogg and Max Lemaigre, childhood friends and business partners, turned their entrepreneurial vision into two thriving Savannah-based businesses—Detritus and JMS Dumpster Rental—with the support of the UGA SBDC. Learn how strategic planning, access to funding, and expert guidance helped them scale smart.
Building a lifeline for families: UGA SBDC helps autism therapy service grow
Idris Demirci turned his personal journey with autism into Able Autism Therapy Services, providing life-changing ABA therapy for children. With the support of the UGA SBDC, his vision is now a growing network of clinics.
UGA SBDC helps Savannah soul food favorite stage a culinary comeback
Geneva Wade built a reputation for mouthwatering Southern cooking in the ‘80s and ‘90s. When she decided to bring her famous fried chicken & cornbread back to Savannah, she turned to the UGA SBDC for help. With expert guidance and financing support, Geneva’s Famous Chicken & Cornbread Co. is now a thriving success.
Community ties, relationship with UGA SBDC leads to growth for restaurant franchise
When the pandemic threatened her fast-casual restaurant, Dos Bros, Purvi Patel turned to the UGA SBDC for help securing funding, expanding her catering operations, and opening two more locations! Today, Dos Bros not only thrives but also gives back—supporting nonprofit organizations, employing individuals with intellectual disabilities, and mentoring students through local schools.
Taproom serves positivity with help of the UGA SBDC
With the help of UGA SBDC, Mike Martin was able to fulfill his dream of creating a taproom that served more than just beer and wine in his community of Jefferson, Georgia.
Local artisan store sees success with help of UGA SBDC
When Nick and Tonya Rintye had an idea to open a store selling locally made goods, they knew their first step was to meet with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC). Since opening, Locally Made Savannah has seen strong growth in both revenue and employees. They now showcase goods for purchase from more than 300 local artisans.