A dinghy is commonly known as a small boat, often open with mast and sails. They are small but mighty crafts, ready to navigate the ocean’s tides. On land, we have a hospitable and resilient dinghy of our own — a flavor-packed neighborhood restaurant and market that is a result of a vision three years… Read more »
Posts Tagged: small business
Business Spotlight: reef rain aria
Before becoming a business owner, Jessica Smith built a platform on social media to share everyday life. A community flourished before her eyes with like-minded people — moms, creators and entrepreneurs — who ate up her style-savvy, art and craft ideas, shopping hacks and mom-life tips and tricks. From the ground up, Jessica has established… Read more »
Business Spotlight: Sugar & Grace Co.
A delightful candle-making boutique flickers from inside Selden Market in Downtown Norfolk. The space ignites your senses with calming and comforting aromatic products including candles, room sprays and wax melts. Each candle is handmade and emits an original scent, transporting you to Cuddle Weather, Between the Sheets or This is My Self Care. Erica Parham… Read more »
Business Spotlight: PlantHouse
Editor’s Note: This post has been updated on 3/30/2021 to reflect the rebrand of PlantBar to PlantHouse. The article below reflects images and commentary from their prior location. You’ll find the updated website and location at the bottom of the page. A mother-father-daughter trio are the minds behind the local plant store and terrarium workshop… Read more »
Advice for Aspiring Business Owners
From Local Hampton Roads Entrepreneurs Over the past year, we heard some really great advice from all of the owners featured in our R&A Business Spotlights. We thought it was worth compiling for anyone looking to start or grow a successful business of their own! As any entrepreneur knows, the moments of pride and… Read more »