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Success Story Image June 2, 2008
Mommy’s Little Helper, LLC.
Carol Betz and Nicola Pieters
Safety and Security for Baby in the Crib.
 
Carol and Nicola designed the Guardian Sleeper®, a special infant sheet and harness that not only keeps a baby secure on its back throughout the night, but also helps regulate body temperature; because the sheet always stays at chest level, the face and shoulders are exposed to allow the baby to keep cool.  more>> 

Success Story Image May 30, 2008
Nevada Naturals
The Blount Brothers
 Technology to Make a Greener Green
 
“Hydroponics is the future of agriculture,” says John Blount, who seems continually pleased with the beauty and simplicity of the hydroponic process.  more >>

Success Story Image May 29, 2008
Metamorphosis Salon and Day Spa
Suzanne Curry-Walker
A Passion for Fashion - Have you ever desired a salon with all the style and service of Beverly Hills, but without the pretension?   more >> 

Success Story Image September 28, 2007
Woodcraft
Larry Hughes
Larry Hughes opened the doors of his Woodcraft retail store franchise for woodworkers in Reno, Nevada August of 2006. Founded in Boston in 1928 primarily as a catalogue and mail order company, the Woodcraft parent company is the oldest and largest supplier of quality woodworking tools and supplies in the country.   more>>

Success Story Image September 19, 2006
The See Center
Janet Corbit-Drakulich
Janet Corbit-Drakulich, a 28-year-old optometrist started The See Center only one year after graduating from the University of Nevada, Reno. She has slowly built a base of patients with help from her husband Luke, part-time employees and the Nevada Small Business Development Center.    more>>

Success Story Image September 19, 2006
Vino 100
Cathy Blair and Carmen Roberts
Vino 100 carries 100 different wines for $25 or less with complimentary wine tastings every day. It's a dream store for any person who just wants to enjoy wine and take a bottle home with them. Vino 100 caters to clientele across the board by offering knowledge of wine without the intimidation.  more>>

Success Story Image September 19, 2006
Navis Packing and Ship
Jeff and Cynthia Pate
From Rockets to Relics, at Navis Pack and Ship the Pates specialize in packing and shipping awkward and expensive items that other major companies such as FedEx, UPS and Mail Boxes Etc. won't. In fact, Jeff said he's more than happy to ship standard parcels but prefers to stick with his "niche" customers. Those are people who ship fragile, large, awkward or valuable items all of which the Pates can insure up to $1 million.       more >>

Success Story Image September 15, 2006
Wild West Grooming
Billie Sue Zeman
With assistance from the NSBDC, a veterinarian technician gets ROOM TO GROOM and is now able to offer additional services not availabe from her competitors.  more>>

Success Story Image September 13, 2006
Fisher Technical Services Inc.
Scott Fisher - President and CEO
Fisher Technical Services designs, manufactures and installs high performance automation machinery, rigging and controls for the entertainment industry.  FTSI products are used in theaters, theme parks, touring productions and motion pictures around the world.  more>>

Success Story Image August 16, 2006
Black Rock Pizza
Dave and Linda Winchester
Tasting Success with a refreshing departure from the regular grab-and-go experience common to other pizza joints.  more>>