Business Coaching Cohort Launches: New Series Offers Support for Local Entrepreneurs
Christophe Gagné. Photo Credit Little Pond Digital Business Coaching Cohort Launches New Series Offers Support for Local Entrepreneurs Brattleboro – Longtime entrepreneur and business coach Christophe Gagné will be offering an 8-week group consulting series to a small cohort of local businesses this summer. This course is part of Brattleboro Development […]
BDCC Lending Helps W.R. Metal Arts to Expand
W.R. Metal Arts is a Brattleboro based company committed to making ethically and sustainably sourced custom jewelry. They have been working to expand their business to be able to make more in house materials. Will Alderfer, founder and owner of W.R. Metal Arts, secured a small business loan through BDCC to purchase a 3D printer. […]
Wheel Pad Expansion
WheelPad was created to respectfully and supportively provide housing for those who need accessible living accommodations, allowing for families to stay together at home, while still maintaining privacy. The business provides accessible pre-built home additions, along with standalone units. BDCC assisted WheelPad with their expansion through BDCC lending, leveraging SBA, USDA, and Vermont Yankee recovery […]
The Newfane Inn
The Newfane Inn is a small piece of history. It first opened in 1787 and quickly became an important part of the community. Since then it has survived through many different times and owners. In this new era of the inn, Lori Damato is working to restore The Newfane Inn to its former glory. […]
Vegan AF
Vegan AF is a restaurant with the mission to provide high quality, delicious vegan food to the community with a focus on social responsibility through ethical eating. Their goal? To bring veganism and real food to the mainstream. BDCC’s Lending Specialist worked with Nicki and Eva to get an SBA micro loan to purchase […]
True North Granola
True North Granola started in 2007 as a “home hobby” with the goal of creating healthy, delicious, and allergen free granola. Since then they are not only a staple at the Brattleboro Farmers’ Market, but are frequently found in coops, specialty stores and more. They are currently working to expand their business even more, […]
Phoenix Gifts
Phoenix Gifts is a shop focused on local and fair-trade products designed to delight everyone. Its warm and welcoming atmosphere invites a loyal clientele of both locals and visitors. BDCC helped Kim access working capital through a small business loan, along with free technical assistance, which is available to all BDCC borrowers. About BDCC Lending […]
Bartleby’s Books
Bartleby’s Books is a small, independent bookstore located in downtown Wilmington, VT. They have been an attraction since 1989, bringing the community together through events and displaying art by local artists. When COVID hit, Lisa Sullivan was uncertain about the future of her business. “BDCC reached out to us early in the pandemic when […]
1A Coffee Roasters & Grateful Greens Receive $15,000 Grants for New Equipment
1A Coffee Roasters & Grateful Greens Receive $15,000 Grants for New Equipment Every year the Vermont Department of Buildings and General Services accepts applications from municipalities and nonprofit organizations for capital costs associated with the development of facilities expected to create or retain job opportunities in Vermont communities through their Building Communities Grants Program. This year’s […]
New Childhood Education Center Opens in Putney
The Pumpkin Patch opened its doors on September 1 2023. Founder Katy Eamond developed the center to alleviate the state’s childcare crisis. Vermont’s childcare crisis is making Vermont nearly impossible for working families to afford to live in our state. The average cost of childcare for a family is over $26,000 per year. There […]
