2 minute read When downtown Bennington began to buzz with revitalization, Joan Gilpin and her daughter Anique were inspired to be part of the community’s reignited energy. They have fulfilled their vision by bringing the vibrant flavors of Jamaica to join the eclectic, diverse local restaurant scene.  In 2023, Joan and Anique began going through the process of […]

2 minute read In a world where adult gatherings often revolve around alcohol, one innovative entrepreneur is reshaping Vermont’s social landscape. Meet Lisa Danforth, the visionary behind Burlington-based Tonique Mobile Bar, Vermont’s only mobile alcohol-free bar service. Founded in August 2023, Tonique also offers mixology classes, team-building activities, a pop-up bottle shop, and partnerships dedicated to non-alcoholic events. […]

2 minute read RANDOLPH CENTER, VT (August 28, 2024) – Linda Rossi, State Director of the Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC), announced that Phyllis K. Ershowsky has been named the organization’s 2024 State Star. The award, presented annually and recognized nationally, celebrates a member of the organization’s team who demonstrates exemplary performance, makes significant contributions to their […]

< 1 minute read VtSBDC is excited to share our hard working and dedicated summer 2024 interns: Logan Vaughan and Tyler Dewing. Both Logan and Tyler have been able to bring their own unique skills and experience to the team and have been instrumental in developing new ideas and ways of thinking about many of VtSBDC processes and resources. […]