Cakes by Felicia

In the heart of San Antonio, Texas, Felicia Miranda, owner of Cakes by Felicia, creates edible works of art that reflect her dedication and talent. Felicia’s journey from amateur baker to successful entrepreneur is more than just business growth—it’s a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and community support. 

“I used to think fancy baking meant swirling box-mix yellow and chocolate cakes together,” Fe…

Dream Big Child Development Center

Antaya Hampton, the visionary behind Dream Big Child Development Center in Glenn Heights, Texas, has always had a passion for childcare. Before launching her business, Antaya worked as a director for a before-and-after school childcare center and later as a Head Start teacher. Her experience also includes mentoring and coaching providers to improve quality in Texas’ childcare system. Inspired by her love for preschool-aged …

Clutter Baskets

Meet Kenneth Mann, a former Air Force officer turned entrepreneur from Colorado, on a mission to revolutionize the skiing experience in lodges across the US and beyond. As an avid skier, he noticed a common hassle during his visits to ski resorts – tables overflowing with helmets, goggles, and gloves, leaving diners with little space to enjoy their meals.  

Kenneth’s entrepreneurial journey began in 2020 when h…

XUGUZ LLC

At the forefront of the virtual tour industry, XUGUZ uses cutting-edge 3D and 360-degree services, to provide an immersive and interactive experience for clients, enabling them to showcase their spaces in a visually captivating manner. Founded in 2015, XUGUZ started as a service for businesses to create 3D tours of their establishments, mainly for Google Streetview and mapping purposes. Over time, their services expanded to…

The Beignet Stand

The Beignet Stand has become a San Antonio favorite, known for its delectable New Orleans-inspired treats. From classic powdered sugar beignets to innovative creations like their beignet fried chicken sandwich, The Beignet Stand offers a range of flavors to satisfy every palate. The business, which operates under the umbrella of Southern Grit Flavor, was started by Elisa Trevino and Michael Grimes, a passionate and talented…

Sweat Equity

Founded by fitness and wellness guru, Heather O’Neill, Sweat Equity sets itself apart in a growing industry through its vision of being a “health and wellness amusement park.” The unique sauna studio offers a range of services, including full-spectrum infrared modalities, cryotherapy, contrast therapies, somadome  meditation pods, and IV vitamin infusions. The journey of Sweat Equity has included major challenges, and with …