The Grace Hill Women’s Business Center recently celebrated its 18th annual Wall of Fame ceremony by recognizing three female entrepreneurs who grew their business after successfully completing Workshop In Business Opportunities at the center.
Erica Brown-Gayle’s is the owner of Curly Dew, a small business offering educational training on the various textures of hair. Betty Jones established Pauline’s Adult Daycare in 2014, providing senior living services. While seeking a summer camp for her children, Reona Wise incorporated Wise Impact Network.
Each small business owner reports success in business endeavors since taking courses at the center. Pauline’s Adult Daycare was recognized as a 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation in 2016. Wise Impact Network received a sub-contract in June 2014 to offer summer youth jobs, and Curly Dew has expanded their tutorials to online sales.
Grace Hill Women’s Business Center, located at 2125 N. Bissell St. in North St. Louis, has leveraged over $1 million in small business loans over the last 20 years and on average reports an increase in small business revenue by $1,000. In 2016, the center provided workshops, training and technical assistance services to more than 1,000 women and minority entrepreneurs in St. Louis city and county.
