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Championship Culture Coach: Keys to success

team on football field watched by coaches

Becky Beaulieu’s background and experience in psychology and coaching helped her realize the value of team culture and the direct influence of components like body language, verbal leadership amongst athletes, and accountability.

South Ridge Ranch Bacon: Love of entrepreneurship and community

bacon slices on wooden table

Jake and Stacey Wagner bring their passion for curating meat to South Ridge Ranch Bacon.

Advasaf: Contract manufacturing and sterilization

sterile white enclosed space in Advasaf manufacturing facility

Advasaf supports critical portions of a product lifecycle, including medical device sterilization, testing coordination, assembly, packaging, labeling, and distribution support.

Charlie’s Bike Shop: Goodwill and Community

Charlie's Bike Shop owner riding a bike in the forest

Manda and Charlie Morrison have grown their bike shop to include ski and snowboard services as well.

Egg Roll Chick: Pivoting toward success

interior of Egg Roll Chick shop with counter, stools, and tables

Cathy VanDoorn has experienced the benefit of pivoting in her small business.

Tudo Sabor Brasil: Smart growth, delicious food

Fried pastries on tiered metal shelf

Wendell Feitoza da Rocha began sharing his delicious Brazilian recipes in 2008, and the business has since had a wonderful journey to success.

Lead Sheep Productions: Bringing stories to life

Lead Sheep Productions owner relaxing on a porch swing

Amanda Lathrop knew her ability to make a story come alive combined with her experience in television and her time working for Prince at Paisley Park Studios could be a recipe for success.

Mindful Fork Catering: Customizing memorable occasions

Mindful Fork Catering shelves with food displayed in small cups

Angie Larson has grown her family-owned catering business in River Falls to include customized menus and locally sourced ingredients.

Conley’s Custom Wood Creations: Bringing ideas to life

Conley’s Custom Wood Creations logo - brown round saw shape with axes

Carlie and Dakota Conley started their side hustle creating handmade gifts in 2020 and grew the endeavor to open their LLC business in 2024.

Kurschner’s Super Premium Ice Cream: Handcrafted in Barron County

Kurschner’s Super Premium Ice Cream logo black background and blue and white text

Alan Kurschner offers the only ice cream product made in Wisconsin that has never used artificial dyes or carrageenan.