Ms. Jana
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Open a Brick and Mortar in IL

Ms. Jana came to us because she wanted to take her DELICIOUS candy making to the next level. Since then, Ms. Jana became a certified MWBE, successfully grew her business and opened a brick and mortar Ms. Jana’s Candy shop in Aurora, IL!

https://msjanascandy.com/

Terrie Simmons

Terrie Simmons is an entrepreneur, civic leader, and the owner of Strategic Exceptions, a professional business consulting firm, innovative employee training and organizational development company focused on delivering exceptional service standards with quantitative results. Terrie is expertly experienced in non-profit management, leadership development and all phases of entrepreneurship How To’s. Terrie is also an adjunct professor teaching business courses at the graduate level.

Self-Care: Revive, Refuel, and Renew

By Terrie Simmons | September 18, 2020

The term self-care has grown in popularity over the years and is used in many different contexts. But, now more than ever it is so…

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How to Successfully Find a Mentor

By Terrie Simmons | September 17, 2020

Being a mentor is not necessarily about becoming a mentor. You see, I grew up and learned from the knowledge and wisdom of several mentors.…

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Kane County Sheriff’s Office Diversion Program

By Terrie Simmons | June 30, 2020

As you know, small business owners are the backbone of communities around the country. Your support of these businesses will help to fuel economic impact…

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