Helping to Create
Successful Small Businesses
Strength, vitality, and entrepreneurship – below are just a few of the many successful small businesses who have “made it” in Bristol. Scroll down to view videos of their stories.
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Bristol is a Great Place for Small Businesses
Justin Malley and Dawn Nielsen Are Featured on “Small Business Social Podcast”
Justin Malley, Executive Director of Economic & Community Development and Dawn Nielsen, Marketing & Public Relations Specialist discuss ways in which Bristol supports its small business community.
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“Made in America” Podcast
Justin Malley, Executive Director of Economic & Community Development discusses what the City is doing to engage and support manufacturers, how government plays a role in employment programming, and why marketing is the key to success. He discusses how Bristol is freeing up manufacturers’ time by getting them connected to the right people and organizations. Justin also expresses the importance of stabilizing businesses through investments, certifications, grants, and more.
Family Roots Produce Market
April Tibbitts, owner of Family Roots Produce Market, had a fresh idea for a market and came to the City of Bristol for assistance to bring her idea to fruition.
Dusty Dude Woodworks
After collaborating and obtaining orders from other Bristol small businesses Eric and Carolyn Verikas, owners of Dusty Dude Woodworks, have been able to transition from doing business out of their garage, to a rented space, and are now crafting plans to open a retail store in the future.
JR & Leanne Rusgrove
JR and Leanne Rusgrove, owners of three restaurants: Main Street Pint & Plate, Parkside Café, and Pure Foods, Inc., made their culinary dreams come true here in Bristol.
Café Real
Eduardo, owner of Café Real, successfully brought Colombian coffee to the City of Bristol to give the community a coffee experience like no other.