Small

Business

Week

May 1-7, 2022

SUPPORT

Show Your Support

Whether you own a small business, work for one, or you just love supporting them, there are lots of ways you can show your support and take part in this annual tradition.

HannahB's Sweets, LLC

Shaunetta Hannah, owner of HannahB’s Sweets believes she always knew that creating Sweet Treats was a talent but what she didn’t immediately understand, was she had a God given gift waiting to be discovered. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Le Cordon Bleu in Atlanta, 2008 with a Patisserie and Baking degree. After years of working for other employers, there was one thing that stayed constant, CAKE!

In 2020 we were all faced with some tough decisions and hers were to continue to be employed, not have her family’s health at risk or find a different avenue to assist in providing for her family. “God allowed all things to work together and his plan allowed me to turn my hobby into a business,” said Shaunetta. Running her own business allows her to have a healthy balance between work and raising a family all while being a LADY BOSS and providing an exceptional customer experience along with creating an unforgettable Sweet treat. HannahB's Sweets specializes in custom cake design servicing Leland, Wilmington, and surrounding areas.

Contact Info:

Number: 910-617-2169

Email: hannahbssweets1@gmail.com

Website: hannahbssweets.com

Facebook: HannahB’s Sweets, LLC

Instagram: hannahbssweetsllc

Free Webinars

Business Tax Essentials: REGISTER

Tuesday, May 3rd; 5:00-7:00

Online

Basics of Bookkeeping: REGISTER

Wednesday, May 4th; 5:00-7:00

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Sales and Use Tax: REGISTER

Tuesday, May 10th; 5:00-7:00

Online

Conceptos Básicos sobre Impuestos Comerciales (Business Tax Basics): REGISTER

Wednesday, May 11th; 5:00-7:00

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Protecting Against the Loss of Ley Employees in Your Business: REGISTER

Thursday, May 12th; 12:00-1:30

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Protecting the Future of Small Business: REGISTER

Wednesday, May 18th; 12:00-1:30

Online

CXL Transportation Services, LLC

Kevin Lane, owner of CXL Transportation Services will celebrate four years of service in May 2022. After working 20+ years in the Human Service industry and hearing about the need for transportation services in Brunswick County, he sprang into action. The mission of CXL Transportation Services is to develop trusting relationships in Brunswick and surrounding communities, while providing superior, professional transportation services. CXL started with a 15-passenger van and has grown to four vehicles serving citizens of Brunswick, New Hanover, Columbus and Pender Counties. The growth has allowed Kevin to become devoted to CXL Transportation Services fulltime.

Contact Info:

Number: (910) 231-5770 or (910) 427-3276

Website: cxltransport.com

Business Hours:

Monday-Friday: 6:00AM - 11:00PM

Friday-Saturday: 7:00AM - 3:00AM

Sunday: 8:00AM - 6:00PM

Hometown Essence

Melissa Trop is the owner of Hometown Essence a 100% Soy Candle line, offering an array of scents. Each of the candles are made in a small batch and hand poured for a quality product made by the owner just for you! And, welcoming her new North Carolina candles with a few examples such as Wilmington Azalea & Magnolia for the Azalea festival, Hendersonville Apple, Blue Mountain Pine, Cinnamon Ridge, Outer Banks Ocean Salt & Orchid or a lovely spa scent for Wrightsville.

These candles come in an 8oz tin vessel that can burn for approximately 30+ hours and 10oz glass candle that burns well over 60 hours. For those who don't like the open flame, she also offer melts to use in your warmers. Local delivers are available.

Contact Info:

Number: (315) 708-3270

Email: mhaney129@hotmail.com

Website: hometownessence.com

Facebook: @HometownEssence

RESOURCES

Useful Resources

To help you prepare your business, celebrate businesses during this year's Small Business Week—or gather inspiration for next year—in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, we've compiled a number of resources and events. Check them out. You can learn more at Southport Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce, Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce or North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce.

NCDOR to Launch Phase 2 of the Business Recovery Grant

The N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) plans to launch the application for Phase 2 of the Business Recovery Grant program on Monday, May 2, 2022, with changes to the program’s eligibility criteria allowing many additional businesses to qualify for these grants. BRG will issue a payment to an eligible North Carolina business that suffered an economic loss of at least 20 percent during the pandemic. The grant amount is a percentage of the economic loss demonstrated by the eligible business or $500,000, whichever is less. The application deadline is June 1, 2022.

For more information on eligibility requirements and application visit North Carolina Department of Revenue.

GO LOCAL AT THE COASTAL HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOWCASE

Oak Island, NC – The second annual Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase will be Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Middleton Park Ext., 4610 E. Dolphin Drive, Oak Island. This outdoor show will highlight businesses that specialize in home maintenance and repair, outdoor living and supporting a healthy and active lifestyle.

The showcase will also feature a live performance by the 52^nd Street Band and various business demonstrations. Food vendors will also be onsite. Admission is free and open to the public.

The Coastal Home & Lifestyle Showcase is an event of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information about the showcase please call 910-457-6964 or email events@southport-oakisland.com.

Brunswick Community College Business & Industry

We have a vacancy! If you are an entrepreneur in the manufacturing

industry who is looking for an amazing workspace that comes with a wide array of support and resources designed to help your business thrive, we want to hear from you! Brunswick Community College's Business and Industry Incubator is accepting applications for an immediate opening for our 1100sqft unit.

Apply today or contact April Scott at (910) 755-7306 for additional information and questions.

"The American Dream Belongs to All of Us."

― Kamala Harris, U.S. Vice President

Brunswick Community College Small Business Center |2045 Enterprise Blvd Leland | (910) 755-7306

April Scott