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Sarlie’s Sweet Heat BBQ owner stands behind table at an outdoor market.

Small BBQ Business Grows with the Help of Stanly Community College’s Small Business Center

August 27, 26

In its first year of operation, Sarlie’s Sweet Heat BBQ completed more than 50 catering events, experienced consistent revenue growth, and developed a growing base of repeat customers. Local business owner, Charlie Mullis IV, launched the business...Read More

Two Stanly Community College employees award local small business owner with prize money.

Local Entrepreneur Launches Event Design Business with Stanly Community College’s Help

August 27, 26

Lindsay Johnson-Mateo created Simply Elegant Designs to help clients turn special occasions into memorable experiences. However, building the company from the ground up came with challenges she was not sure how to navigate on her own.   Johnson-Mateo...Read More