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Client Success Story of the Month

Ray Brothers BBQ

For as long as they can remember, Tucker and Colin Ray have wanted to start their own business.

The brothers grew up working for their Grandfather in his furniture and floor covering business located in Hamilton, NY.  There they saw the great impact a small business can have on the community it belongs to, and how that community can rise up and support the small business in return.

Tucker and Colin attribute their passion for food to their upbringing in an Italian household, where comfort food was the norm. As they grew to working age, they both decided to pursue jobs in the restaurant industry.
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Monthly Small Business Article

Customer Discovery:
It’s Essential for Entrepreneurs

As a business advisor for the Onondaga Small Business Development Center (SBDC), I frequently encounter entrepreneurs with great ideas for new businesses.

Most often, they are convinced that they have a business model that will be successful in the marketplace. Whether it is high-tech or low, product, service, or a combination of both, they are convinced that it is a winner.

I frequently pose various questions to these startup leaders, including: What value are you providing?