Business
Young Wins Barber Championship π
To say Anthony “A.Ray” Young is a “cut above the rest,” would be a somewhat clever quip π, but it would also be an understatement.
At the 2021 North Carolina Barber & Beauty Tradeshow in Raleigh on September 12th, Young, through “shear” talent, came out victorious and was crowned the new Wild Style Design Champion.
Peep his winning design at the end.
Anthony “A.Ray” Young with his championship title // His Instagram page
Known in personal and professional circles as “A.Ray,” the Warren County native graduated from WCHS in 2001 and later pursued the stylish trade at Geter Barber School in Henderson, NC.
When asked what he loved most about barbering, Young stated, “I love being able to be myself & connect with my clients in every aspect of their lives! We’re like family!”
Young doesn’t view haircuts as solely such, but refer to them as a “heightened level of self expression.” He went on to say that “with purpose and follow-through, my goal is to gain new and repeat patrons by providing high quality services, protecting patrons through product knowledge & thorough sanitation procedures, all while executing superior customer service!”
Young expends his expertise and gifted hands between two locations: Eastside Barbershop in Henderson and The Bar Ber Shop in Wake Forest, NC.
And on a more personal note, Anthony recently celebrated his 3rd anniversary with wife, Courtney, whom he affectionately referred to as his “reason.” π
Anthony with his wife of three years, Courtney Young (Source: Facebook)
“I love being able to be myself & connect with my clients in every aspect of their lives! We’re like family!” – Anthony “A.Ray” Young
His work speaks for itself and with 14 years in the industry, he has no plans to “fade” away anytime soon.
Winning Design:
Be sure to check out his portfolio by following Anthony on Instagram or his website.
Business
VIDEO: A Look at “Warren County, NC: From the Ground Up”
In partnership with Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc., Warren County Community and Economic Development released a video today highlighting several businesses in the area.
In partnership with Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc., Warren County Community and Economic Development released “Warren County, NC: From the Ground Up,” a video highlighting our diverse businesses and organizations in the area.
Warren County’s passion and commitment to building and thriving locally are the driving force behind our community’s success and culture. Itβs that dedication and commitment to community that has been the backbone of our county for years. Hear from some of our small businesses about our community’s values that are the foundation for success.
Small businesses featured (in order of appearance):
AF Wake (https://afwake.com);
Working Landscapes and ByWay Foods (https://bywayfoods.com/);
Brown Family Farms (https://brownfamilyfarmscsa.com);
Kings Fitness (https://www.kingsfitnessnc.com/);
Lake Gaston Outfitters (https://www.lakegastonoutfitters.com/)
Rockin’ E Ranch (facebook.com/rockin.e.ranch)
Business
‘Biz Kidz’ Shine at Warren Farmers Market
The Warren Farmers Market was abuzz with youthful energy and entrepreneurial spirit as young business owners took center stage at the first “Biz Kidz” event.
This past weekend, the Warren Farmers Market was abuzz with youthful energy and entrepreneurial spirit as young business owners took center stage at the first “Biz Kidz” event. These aspiring entrepreneurs, many of whom were seasoned in the art of business, proudly displayed their products, impressing customers and vendors alike.
The following businesses were: Jaques, Jameya, Jaqeim, Jamaya, Jamara, and Jaquae Oliver of Oliver Kids Collection (decorated signs, and all natural, scented play-doh); Thea and Zoey Taber of Taber Treasures (crocheted coasters and potholders, bracelets, necklaces, keychains, bookmarkers); Jayden Andrews of JayRock’s Creations (hand-painted rocks); Kinsley Henderson of Sisterly Dreams Co. (cotton candy), and Olivia Burrows, who assisted as a 4H volunteer.
Whether we see them again at the Warren Farmers Market or at local festival, we look forward to seeing what these kidpreneurs do next!
Business
Duke Energy Foundation Grants VGCC $50,000 to Support Small Business Growth
The Duke Energy Foundation recently announced it has granted $50,000 to The VGCC Foundation to support small businesses in Vance, Granville, Franklin, and Warren counties.
The Duke Energy Foundation recently announced it has granted $50,000 to The VGCC Foundation to support small businesses in Vance, Granville, Franklin, and Warren counties.
The grant is part of $700,000 in new funding made available to North Carolina small businesses in partnership with community development organizations like the Small Business Center at Vance-Granville Community College. Small business grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 will be distributed through 20 community organizations to support retail shops, restaurants, and other small businesses looking to expand, upgrade technology, and improve downtown storefronts.
Now in its fourth year, the program has provided over $2 million in funding to small businesses since its inception during the COVID-19 pandemic.
βThe Duke Energy Foundationβs small business grant program has helped fuel a resurgence of entrepreneurial small businesses ranging from bookstores to restaurants in our state,β said Kendal Bowman, North Carolina State President for Duke Energy. βThese small business grants ensure Main Streets across North Carolina are well positioned to benefit from our stateβs unprecedented economic growth.β
Such businesses play a critical role in the stateβs economic health and employ nearly half of North Carolinaβs workforce, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration.
βSmall businesses remain the backbone of the U.S. economy, and in rural areas, they also serve as the heartbeat of our local economies,β noted VGCC President Dr. Rachel Desmarais. βThis monetary commitment enables Vance-Granville Community College to promote the entrepreneurial mindset and support budding small business ideas into real businesses within our larger community.β
The VGCC Small Business Center will select grant fund recipients through a series of workshops, one based in each of the four counties the College serves. Each workshop session will span four evening classes (10 total hours of instruction). The sessions will culminate with a five-minute pitch contest, after which five of the sessionβs 10 participants will receive a $2,500 award to support their small business.
Workshop dates and locations are as follows:
Sept. 16β19: VGCC South Campus
Sept. 30 β Oct. 3: VGCC Main Campus
Oct. 7β10: VGCC Warren Campus
Oct. 14β17: VGCC Franklin Campus
To learn more about this program and participant requirements, contact VGCC Small Business Center Director Carolyn Perry at (252) 738-3240 or perryc@vgcc.edu.
For more information on the Duke Energy Foundation and its initiatives, visit duke-energy.com/Foundation.
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