Keri Betz, owner of Wiggles and Wash, a mobile dog and cat grooming service, won the top prize of $10K at the Stark County Small Business Impact Program Showcase.

On Tuesday night, Keri, along with four other local entrepreneurs, presented their businesses to a live audience and panel of judges in a friendly pitch competition that capped off their 12-week business education intensive. While Keri was named the first-place winner, the four other Impact Program graduates didn’t walk away empty-handed – they each received $2,500 to grow their businesses:

• DeDe Bailey owner of The Puzzle Table
• Perry Owens owner of Quisqueya Spirits
• Darrell Sullins Jr. owner of Skyhigh Fitness
• Leisyl Boone Buxton owner of Leisyl B. Design

About the Small Business Impact Program
Relaunched in Stark County early this year, JumpStart’s flagship Small Business Impact Program is the region’s leading business accelerator. The program helps local entrepreneurs sharpen their business skills through hands-on learning and one-on-one advising.

About JumpStart Inc.
JumpStart is a nonprofit entrepreneur support organization that equips business owners with the skills, services and support they need to succeed.