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Alumni Spotlight: Paktli Foods Lands in Dorothy Lane Market! Big congratulations to Paktli Foods on their first delivery to Dorothy Lane Market, a beloved gourmet grocery chain based in Dayton, Ohio, that has been serving the community since 1948. With three locations and a fourth opening soon near Cincinnati, it's an exciting milestone for Paktli Foods to be on their shelves! Founder Seena Chriti connected with Dorothy Lane Market’s owner, Calvin Mayne, at two major trade shows— the Good Food Foundation Trade Show in NY and the Specialty Food Association Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas—proving the power of networking and persistence! Exciting news for local fans:?You can sample Paktli Foods at Dorothy Lane Market next weekend and on the first Saturday of each month starting in May! Run and grab your Paktli Bites—a true taste of success from our 10KSB alumni network! #10KSBAlumni #PaktliFoods #DorothyLaneMarket #SmallBusinessSuccess #SupportLocal #FoodEntrepreneurship

Last week was an exciting and productive one for our Cohort! Participants gained valuable legal insights at the Legal Clinic and dove into impactful marketing strategies during Module 6. Thank you to the Taft Law team for their expert guidance and to Lesli Rice for sharing her marketing expertise! #SmallBizSuccess #LegalClinic #Marketing #10KsbCincy #GoldmanSachs10KSmallBusinessProgram #TaftLaw Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP

Last week, we wrapped up Module 5, It’s the People—focusing on building a strong organization that supports growth and sustains your vision. Remember, success starts with the right team! #SmallBizSuccess #Employees #Peoplematter #10KsbCincy #GoldmanSachs10KSmallBusinessProgram

Behind every successful small business is a visionary leader with the passion to create change. This Women's History Month, we celebrate the incredible women entrepreneurs who have gone through Goldman Sachs's 10,000 Small Businesses Cincinnati State, turning dreams into thriving businesses and making an impact in their communities. Their success is our inspiration! Join us in honoring their journey and the countless women shaping the future. #WomensHistoryMonth #10KSBCincy #WomenEntrepreneurs

You Are the Leader: A Look Back at Last Week’s Module Last week’s "You Are the Leader" module empowered small business owners to recognize that their greatest resource is their people. No matter the size of their team, every scholar is leading someone—and as their business grows, so will their leadership responsibilities. Scholars explored their leadership styles and the importance of vision in driving success. By inspiring and motivating their teams, they can fuel growth and achieve their long-term goals. #SmallBusiness #Leadership #10ksbcincy #GoldmanSachs10KSB #Cohort6

Celebrating Our Scholars & Alumni at the Hamilton County SBDC & The Port Pitch! Yesterday, current scholars and alumni of the #GoldmanSachs10KSB program took center stage at the Business Development & Entrepreneurship Center at ULGSO, Hamilton County SBDC, and The Port Pitch, held at the Holloman Social Justice Center at Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio. These incredible small business owners poured their hearts out, showcasing innovation, passion, and the drive to create lasting economic impact in our community. A special congratulations to the winners, including two of our outstanding 10KSB alumni: ?? Kristen Bailey, Owner of Sweets & Meats BBQ | 1st Place ?? Pauline S. Storms-Perkins, Owner of Storms Secured Services | 2nd Place We are proud to see our alumni thriving, pitching purposefully, and securing growth opportunities. Your dedication to entrepreneurship continues to inspire us all! #10ksbcincy #SmallBusinessSuccess #Entrepreneurship #PitchCompetition #HamiltonCountySBDC #ThePort

You are the Lender. A Look Back at Last Week’s Clinic Last week, we had an incredible "You are the Lender” clinic, where small business owners gained valuable insights into securing capital for growth. A huge thank you to Willie Hill from GCMINation, Catherine Lentz from ECDI - Economic and Community Development Institute, and Erica Hooten from Republic Bank for sharing their expertise and helping make this a success! Access to capital is one of the biggest challenges for small business owners, and having the right information—and the right connections—can make all the difference. Content like this brings clarity, confidence, and opportunity to entrepreneurs working to scale their businesses. #SmallBusiness #AccessToCapital #10ksbcincy #GoldmanSachs10KSB #Cohort6

For over 40 years, Cheryl White has been a trailblazer in the manufacturing industry, leading National Access Design in Cincinnati. As a dedicated small business owner, she understands the challenges that come with economic shifts and policy changes. In a recent Spectrum News 1 article, Cheryl shared how she’s navigating the transition to a new administration—adjusting her business strategies to manage rising costs while keeping her focus on growth and innovation. Thanks to the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices Program, Cheryl and other entrepreneurs have a platform to advocate for policies that support small businesses. The Small Business Policy Playbook developed by Goldman Sachs highlights key areas—workforce, cost of business, and innovation & opportunity—to help businesses like Cheryl’s continue to thrive. Cheryl’s resilience and strategic thinking are proof that small businesses drive our economy forward. We’re proud to spotlight her success and look forward to her continued impact! Read Article: https://lnkd.in/gPmBGMkv #SmallBusinessSpotlight #10KSBVoices #Manufacturing #EconomicGrowth #10KSBCincy National Access Design National Access Design, LLC

Module 3 is in action! ???? A deep dive into money and metrics—understanding your numbers is key to business growth. #SmallBizSuccess #MoneyMatters #MetricsThatMatter

? Alumni Spotlight: Sweets & Meats BBQ? We are beyond thrilled to celebrate?Sweets & Meats BBQ, a proud alum of the?#GoldmanSachs10000SmallBusinessesProgram, for achieving an incredible milestone! Their small business has been selected as one of just 50 businesses nationwide to be featured in Google’s?"50 Stories, 50 States" Google Workspace with Gemini campaign—airing during the?Super Bowl! This is a huge honor, and we couldn’t be prouder to see?Sweets & Meats BBQ?representing Ohio on a national stage. Their dedication to excellence, innovation, and community shines through in everything they do. ???Don’t miss it!?Tune in on?2/9?to catch their story. And if you're in Cincinnati, now’s the perfect time to place your?Super Bowl pre-orders?and support this amazing small business! ?? Order here:?https://lnkd.in/gpG897se ?? Read more:?https://lnkd.in/gDWidp9q Let's give a big round of applause to?Sweets & Meats BBQ?for this well-deserved recognition! #SmallBusinessSuccess #10KSBCincy #SuperBowlSpotlight Kristen Bailey Sweets & Meats BBQ