Flint Small Business Initiative
Participants
In this first cohort are a variety of food-related entrepreneurs, a photographer, a handyman service, and a transportation company. The group totals 10 participants each with an abundance of experience and a strong desire to see their ventures operating this calendar year.
Cohort #1
Thermon Sisco Sisco Catering
Micheal Stephens Big Red's - Home Repair Services
Chauncy Wynn The Pit Stop, LLC - walkable grub
Mia Hopkins Natural Vegan Soul - personal chef and catering
Beth Stephens Wants to offer soul food for the community at Civic Park
Ty Naomi The Imagery Specialist
Jacolby Bratcher Annie Mae's on Wheels - concessions
Talicia Campbell Taste of Culture Catering - personal chef and catering
Mr. & Mrs. Eric Lawson Dean’s Sweets & Things - dinner/catering
Christopher Young Antoine's Burgers- walkable grub
Noah Patterson Home Repair Services
Mark Samson-Hughes Trucking Company
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The Following cohorts are quite diverse, check out these fabulous participants:
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Cohort #2
William Cook Cooks Auto Repair, LLC
Alina Trionne Oliver SheDope, LLC
Clarence J Caldwell II K & J Enterprise, LLC
Tracey Coolin Extended Family Care, LLC
Doritt Madison Big Moma Cleaning, LLC
Mark Baldwin UFO Village, LLC
Treyon Box Siruis Renovations, LLC
Jetty D. Walker State Board Reboot
Early Collins Sweet Memories
Michael Carpenter Unique Images, LLC
Kala Wilburn Fannie Lucille
Tanesha Pittman Simply Shea, LLC
Moteez Wilson My Care, LLC
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Cohort #3
Sheena Harrison Fruits of Elegance
Terrance Sales Fatboi Style BBQ
Dorothy Leonard Amazing Care Adult Foster Care
Tracey Coolin Extended Family Care, LLC
JaNise Jones J & S Loving Care
Sharon Alexnader J & S Loving Care
TrLarry Sanders Open Book Career Consultants
Camille Coleman Detours INC
Alyssa Hooks Kandy Koated Cups
Ryane Swims YOUR Place Family Room
Pamela Chambers DJW Enterprizes
Dayna Norton Star Athletics Cheer Association
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Cohort #4
Jennise Noel Live-Love-Legacy
Tiara Blassingame Math and More Tutors
Jessica Blake Young Learners Childcare and Development Center
Kiera Thompson Evolving Naturals
Shirley Walker Vehicle City Ballroomers & Steppers
Yana Evans Vehicle City Ballroomers & Steppers
Quayera Norris The Venue for All Occasions
Michelle Harris It's That Good
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Cohort #5
Chaqwela Jefferson CMJ Carrers
Ladel Lewis Jane Key Solutions
Channel Sisco Nell, INC
Tisha White China Team
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Cohort #6
Montez Brown S.T.A.R.S TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
Davonte Walker Rescue Roadside Assistance
Sharicka Bogan Tender Hearts Child Development Center
LaVern Rogers She Blessed073
Kyndall Freeman Legacy Event Center
Tenisha Armstrong Blessed hands medical apparel
DiShonna Hall A Gentle Touch Home Healthcare Services
Shelia Martin Children of the World Services
Brenda Feimster Vibrant Visions
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Cohort #7
Brooklyn Golden Brooklynz Klozet
Tamika Dukes Heartfelt Grounds Assisted Living LLC
Sharicka Bogan Tender Hearts Child Development Center
Jaszmane Sisco Little Suga’s, LLC
Murad Hopkins TOP DWN Outdoor Wear LLC
Evett Johnson Lou's memory care
Flora Wesson SunPride Disinfection Service
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Cohort #8
Tamika Hicks Paints, Chalices & Hues
Sharon Brooks Beloved Visions Vinyl
Jashell Mitchell MitchMatch Ventures
Nicole Caudle Down Home Cleaning LLC
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