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Turners Ridge Wood Workz: Quality construction, unique design 

food display on checkered cutting board with cheese, meat, and crackers

Dave and David Pehl, a father-and-son team of entrepreneurs, offer custom-made, affordable woodworking pieces which highlight the natural colors, grains, and unique characteristics of wood.

Fleet Cycles: Pivoting to reach success

cycle, ramp, and metal storage container in parking lot

In 2021, Mike Basarich and Chad DeBaker co-founded Fleet Cycles, a small business in Monona, Wisconsin, which designs and manufactures electric cargo bikes for military and commercial uses.

River Bend Winery & Distillery: Family, community, and quality

Four family members purchased River Bend Winery & Distillery in 2022, and the business growth in the brief time since demonstrates their dedication to success.

Hidden Hills WI: Agritourism fun and challenges

Ethan and Deb Bolstad opened Hidden Hills WI in 2019, and Ethan’s veteran experience helped shape the growth of their small business.

KLSchwarz Photography: A unique experience preserving memories

Kelly Schwarz began KLSchwarz Photography in a 12×12 room in her barn, and her process of capturing memories grew to include a new space and many new services.

The Book Kitchen: Educating better cooks and healthier eaters

Nicole Bujewski opened The Book Kitchen in Mineral Point, creating a unique space for education and food.

Kids Kingdom Day Care: Where you feel like family

Tim and Melissa Jahr have continued the success of the family-owned and operated business that opened in 1997.

920 Wellness: Aiding clients and providers

Dr. Mikhaila Riska opened
920 Wellness Studio in 2018,
in Appleton, Wisconsin, and
then she started a second
location in Oshkosh in 2023.

Superior Equipment & Supply Company: Focus on customers’ needs

Superior Equipment & Supply Company started as a sole proprietorship in 1984 and incorporated in 1996 as a woman-owned, minority-owned business under owners Sammy and Mike Mahmood. The business, located in St. Francis, WI, was founded on values and built on service.

Healing Roots Wellness Center: Wellness in many forms!

In 2021, Emily Jacobson opened Healing Roots Wellness Center in River Falls, Wisconsin, to fill a need in the local area. The mission of this small business is to hold space for synergistic healing, and they offer a variety of options to honor the fact that different individuals need different wellness services.