Get Small Business Advice on How to Grow a Successful New Startup on StartupNation Radio

What:
Stephanie Nist and Brooke Harber of Mint Julep, www.shopmintjulep.com, will give valuable, startup advice on how they turned a small business idea into a successful, growing startup.

Why:
Ask questions and learn how to start and grow a small business now!

Who:
While working day jobs in Boston and borrowing money from family and friends, Stephanie Nist and Brooke Harber created Mint Julep, a store carrying quality women’s clothing and accessories for all ages.

After following a structured business plan, checking finances and conferring with advisors at the Small Business Development Center at Boston College, Stephanie and Brooke successfully expanded their business into a second location. Today, their initial investment of $100,000 has turned into revenues of about $700,000. And due to their success, they have plans to open additional Mint Julep stores in the near future.

When: April 29, 2006
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