Posts by TEDC Staff Writer
Innovative Sports Bra Designs: Bounceless Gets Vital Support Through TEDC Creative Capital
Table of Contents: A Business Born of NecessityFilling a Marketplace VoidThe Ups and Downs of Creating InventoryHelping More Women Work Out in ComfortFinding Education and Funding in the CommunityTaking Bounceless into the Future As owner, founder, and creative designer of Bounceless, Chantelle Lott has not only met a need she personally had—she’s also serving women…
Read MoreGenerations of Deliciousness: How Tuly’s Tacos Launched Its Storefront Location with Help from TEDC Creative Capital
Leveling up your dream isn’t easy—but when it comes to turning a family taco recipe into a successful entrepreneurial venture, Joel and Claudia Ramos have cooked up a brilliant feast for Tulsans.
Read MoreEncouraging Creative Playtime at Let’s Play BA
Madison King is the founder of Let’s Play BA LLC, an indoor event center and “mini main street” where children can engage in sensory pretend play. The chance to launch her business and enjoy a fulfilling career that leaves her room to be a mom has been a learning curve, one that has been made easier by working with the caring team at TEDC Creative Capital.
Read MoreBoard & Brush Tulsa Franchise Gains New Ownership with Funding through TEDC Creative Capital
Leslie Stephens loves crafting, creativity, and community. When she learned the Tulsa franchise of Board & Brush Creative Studio was up for sale, she leaned into the opportunity to head up a business of her own.
Read MoreCaring Residential Treatment: How House of Eden Is Serving People with Healthcare Needs in Tulsa—Thanks to Help from TEDC
When a serious injury forced Kayla Adia Nsien to slow down and reassess her life plans, she could have stayed down—but she didn’t. Instead, she leaned into the opportunity presented to her and leveraged her love of serving people and her entrepreneurial spirit to launch House of Eden Residential Care with the help of TEDC Creative Capital.
Read MoreInspiring Growth in All Ages: ITFA Taekwon-Do Oklahoma Launches Expanded Facility with SBA Funding Through TEDC Creative Capital
Scotland-born Kris Morrison owns and runs ITFA Taekwon-Do Oklahoma in Broken Arrow, where students of all ages can take part in learning the empowering Korean martial art and self-discipline practice of Taekwon-Do. His new, state-of-the-art, spacious facility is now open to serve the community, thanks to an infusion of SBA-backed funding from TEDC Creative Capital.
Read MoreWagging Tails, Wetting Whistles at Canine Social Club and Drink Spot Tails & Ales
Located at 18th and Boston in downtown Tulsa, Tails & Ales is a welcoming modern place to enjoy time with your dog. With a beautiful space to let dogs play and socialize while owners do the same with a beer or coffee in hand, owner Mark Gorman has a thriving startup. His idea for serving pet owners and helping people make friends is a dream come true through the financial and business support of community-minded TEDC Creative Capital.
Read MoreSweet Dreams Come True: Good Girl Chocolate Expands Production with Financing from TEDC Creative Capital
From being on blood pressure medications from a young age to transforming her health and showing off her chocolate creations backstage at the Grammys, Dr. Tabatha Carr, ND, has seen exciting success as founder/owner of Good Girl Chocolate.
Read MoreSketching Out an Artist’s Dreams: How Decopolis Is Expanding with Support from TEDC Creative Capital
With a passion for creating beautiful artwork, championing Tulsa’s Art Deco history, and bringing the magic of playful discovery to children (and adults) of all ages, William Franklin, owner and resident artist of Decopolis on Route 66, appreciates the value of marrying what he loves with running a profitable business.
Read MoreCake-Making Delights: Tiers of Joy Reaches Higher Heights with Help from TEDC Creative Capital
Launching into a new business is every entrepreneur’s dream—and cake-making Tiers of Joy owners Yvonne and Daryll Porter are no different.
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