Business Growth Solutions Event Exceeds Expectations:
Empowering Growth in Racine County
RCEDC’s Business Growth Solutions event brought Racine County’s entrepreneurial spirit to life, drawing over 50 business owners, lenders, and community members for a celebration of local success. A dynamic panel, moderated by Wesley Walsh of Business Lending Partners, featured inspiring stories from local entrepreneurs—Melissa Poeschel (Baking Bird), Juan Malfavon (Bellas Medispa), Tristah Romero-Kelly (Renew Medical Aesthetics), and Andora Byrne (The Royal Canine). The audience was captivated by their journeys, filled with insight, inspiration, and community pride.
Burlington Mayor Jon Schultz closed the event with an empowering speech, applauding the RCEDC team, panelists, and attendees. Paired with delicious food from The Coffee House at Chestnut & Pine and valuable networking, the event was a vibrant celebration of Racine County’s business community.
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- Wednesday, October 30, 2024
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Registration| 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Program | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Networking & Refreshments | 1:00 - 1:30 p.m. -
Veterans Terrace
589 Milwaukee Ave
Burlington, WI - No cost to attend
- Food provided by The Coffee House at Chestnut & Pine
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FEATURED BUSINESSES
Melissa Poeschel
OwnerBaking Bird
With 20 years of bakery experience, Melissa started a home-based business during the pandemic. After strong community support, she opened Baking Bird in 2022 and continues to thrive.
Juan Malfavon, RN
Registered Nurse, OwnerBellas Medispa
Juan is a Registered Nurse, Certified by AAAMS and AAFE, with over 18 years of experience, specializing in patient care and medical aesthetics. He is also an active member of the Southern Wisconsin Latino Chamber.
Tristah Romero-Kelly
Nurse Practitioner/ Owner Renew Medical Aesthetics, LLC
Tristah, founder of Renew Medical Aesthetics, blends her expertise in aesthetic medicine with wellness services, expanding into holistic wellness and weight management, offering personalized care.
Andora Byrne
OwnerThe Royal Canine
Andora, a Florida State graduate, moved to Wisconsin in 2018. Now living in Burlington, she opened The Royal Canine in October 2023 and enjoys traveling, camping, and spending time with her family.
Hosted By
In his role as a Loan Officer with BLP, Wes is an expert in navigating the SBA 504 program. Serving formerly as a commercial lender at a community bank, Wes leverages his experience to guide borrowers and lenders through SBA 504 financing on projects throughout the state of Wisconsin.
Have questions or want to learn more about the Business Growth Solutions event, please contact Wesley Walsh at wesley@blp504.org or 262-898-7436.
