In these challenging times, there has been a lot of talk about the pivot which seems to be in vogue even though businesses have been doing it since there have been businesses. So, what is a pivot? Simply put, it is accepting that your business model (or parts of it) as it currently sits [...]
Business: Confluence WoodcraftOwner: Dave GrossmanWhat does Confluence Woodcraft do?I build furniture from reclaimed wood, embracing the character of the wood to build one-of-a-kind pieces.What inspired you to start this business?A passion of design and woodworkingTell us a little about yourself. I started working in millworks in high school and have always built things. Several companies [...]
Who: Air Freshener Marketing Owner: Aden Cesmat What does Air Freshener Marketing do? We work with businesses to provide unique marketing through custom air fresheners. What inspired you to start this business? Everyone I know owns a car and research shows that 2 out of 3 people have some sort of a fragrance in [...]
Business: Taste of Palisade Owner: Ashley McGee What does Taste of Palisade do? Taste of Palisade creates charcuterie boards using locally sourced, seasonal products from businesses in the Palisade, CO area. What inspired you to start this business? It’s a way to connect and support local businesses while encouraging tourists and visitors as well. [...]
2020 was a year like no other. We're fortunate to have been able to continue meeting our mission of supporting the launch, growth, stabilization, and long-term success of business enterprises in Mesa County and the surrounding region. About Our 2020 Annual Report Our 2020 Annual Report highlights each of our seven program's key accomplishments [...]
Watch out, Grand Junction! There’s a new foodie entrepreneur in town, and she’s not afraid to shake things up with her fusion cuisine. “You can call me Chef Esme. I am a proud Mexican woman who has endured a difficult life - from growing up extremely poor, not having a place to call home, [...]
Free one-on-one business consulting, workshops for small businesses The Grand Junction Small Business Development Center (SBDC) announced this week the launch of the Business Recovery Initiative, a new program established to assist small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The program will provide recovery-focused assistance through one-on-one business consulting and online workshops. “Most small businesses across the [...]
MLS Senior Care wins Outstanding Client of the Year award The International Business Innovation Association (InBIA) named Business Incubator Center client MLS Senior Care the winner of the Outstanding Client of the Year award at its 34th Annual International Conference on Business Incubation held in June. Each year, InBIA honors business incubator programs, clients, [...]
Life is better with tacos. Welcome to the Kitchen, Tacos Del Centenario! We're excited to welcome Tacos Del Centenario into our Kitchen Program! Owners Daniel and Berenice Reyes specialize in serving authentic Mexican food including tacos, guacamole, burritos, and tamales. Follow them for updates! About the [...]
