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Five Small Business Entrepreneurs Make Big Impact

Five Small Business Entrepreneurs Make Big Impact
 
Five local entrepreneurs in Pinellas County have created a unique way to refresh the local small business community. This “Fab Five” group of entrepreneurs want to give a complete business makeover for a small business in the Pinellas County area. They know and understand what it’s like to run a small business and want to assist entrepreneurs that may be in the market for an overall makeover. What does a business makeover look like? A combination of business consulting & coaching, marketing exposure, web development and new logos, photos, and branding.

The Fab Five is made up of five entrepreneurs; Maggie R. Butler of Local Union Consulting & Coaching, Donnie Hathaway of Palm Harbor Local Podcast, Jess Veguez of Jess Veguez Photography, Kaylin Ingram of Kay Coastal Designs, and Evelyn Duffner of My Computer Angel. Their compassion and love for their community and small businesses are what have inspired them to create this program. Hoping to give back, Maggie said.

These five entrepreneurs bring everything a small business could need, to the table. Maggie is co-founder of Local Union, a local business consulting and coaching firm helping small businesses build business plans for SBA loans and general growth. Donnie, a successful real estate agent and podcast creator, loves connecting with people in the local community and building relationships. All things which are important in business building. Jess, a portrait photographer here in Dunedin, has the eye and the skill to help a business revamp its brand and overall image. Kaylin, a Graphic Designer, and freelancer has the ability and the passion to assist in creating a whole new look and vibe that a business may need. Evelyn, a web developer in the Dunedin area, creates and rebuilds beautiful websites. 

This group of men and women have the skills and the heart to assist in any business’ makeover. The chosen business will spend one week with the Fab Five and receive business coaching and consulting, taking new photos, podcast insight, web design, graphic design, and more. 
 
To learn more about Local Union, visit their website. 
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