11/26/2024
Never give up on your dreams!
A huge thank you to the Pulaski County Community Development Commission for believing in me. When Gary mentioned building a venue, every ounce of me knew that this was a good business venture. We had been traveling to venues, catering and decorating, and loving what we were doing. It was a lot of work! Packing, hauling, unloading, setting up, tearing down, packing back up, reloading, hauling home, unpacking... to start all over again for the next week. We talked, dreamed, looked for a location, found a location that Gary thought was perfect, and started the process. During the next few years, I prayed the Prayer of Jabez a lot.
When I stood in front of that committee over 10 years ago, I put my business plan on the table, and my faith in God that if it was meant to be, they would be my first Yes. Had I already been I told no by some lenders? Absolutely! Did I keep planning? Absolutely! Did I take a HUGE LEAP OF FAITH? Absolutely! Am I glad I stayed so determined and persistent - even through all the difficulty getting here? Absolutely! ( Well - Most days anyway! lol - I'm still loving it - although I do get tired somedays... but it's a thankful and blessed tired.)
The Revolving Loan Program is a great program to help local businesses build, grow, and succeed. Having this portion of the overall business loan paid off has really lifted my heart and helped me see the success of this business in another light. Meadow Springs continues to grow and bring more guests to see that Pulaski County has so much to offer.
I am more than happy to share my story, and provide any support and encouragement to someone with a new business plan. Reach out to the Pulaski County Community Development Commission - they have resources and information to share! Feel free to call me, and I'll be happy to share what I can.
Thanksgiving week seems like the perfect timing for this. I am so very Thankful and Blessed! Have a great week!
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