Built By Us Podcast brought to you by ASSETS
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Cafe 301: Where Purpose Meets the Plate
Partners like Fulton Bank make it possible for ASSETS to support small businesses like Cafe 301. Laurie Myers didn’t just step into business ownership, she stepped out on faith. What […]
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Honoring the 2024 Great Social Enterprise Pitch Finalists and Looking Ahead
At ASSETS, we believe business can, and should, be a force for good. That belief comes to life every year at the Great Social Enterprise Pitch, where purpose-driven entrepreneurs take […]
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Torres Family Bakery: Keeping Culture Alive, One Pastry at a Time
Partners like M&T Bank make it possible for ASSETS to support small businesses like Torres Family Bakery. Jose Rivera didn’t start a bakery just to sell bread and pastries. He […]
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Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 22 From Clippers to Classrooms
On episode 22 of the Built by Us podcast, we’re talking with Tyrik Jackson, master barber, educator, and the visionary behind Sharper Image Barbershop and Premier Barber Institute. Tyrik started […]
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From Dream to Daily Grind: How Butter and Bean Found Its Flavor
Partners like First National Bank make it possible for ASSETS to support businesses like Butter and Bean. Jessie Tuno has spent more than 25 years in the culinary industry. She […]
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Built with Pride: How Pride Painting Is Redefining the Trades
When Marsden Dvorak (he/they) and Lindsey McWilliams (they/them) launched Pride Painting in Lancaster, PA, it was not just about running a successful business. It was about making space with intention […]
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Turning Numbers Into Impact: The Story of Friday Financials
For Aileen Wigotow, entrepreneurship was never just about running a business. It was about creating something meaningful, using her strengths to support others, and building a life rooted in purpose […]
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Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 21 Language, Love, and a Leap of Faith
In this episode, we meet Champagne Domingo, the heart and mind behind Una Vision Childcare, a Spanish immersion early education center in Lancaster. Guided by her faith and a calling […]
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How Extra Rice is Bringing Filipino Flavor to Central PA
Cromwell Palicte grew up in the Philippines surrounded by the rich, comforting flavors of Filipino cooking. Today, he’s bringing that experience to Central Pennsylvania through his food trailer, Extra Rice. […]
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El Jibarito Restaurant: A Taste of Culture and Community
El Jibarito’s growth is fueled by ASSETS, with backing from partners like Northwest Bank Melissa Rodriguez didn’t just open a restaurant. She opened a space full of heart, heritage, and […]
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Back the Builders: Meet the Entrepreneurs Reshaping Our Communities
May is Small Business Month and here at ASSETS, we’re taking this time to spotlight a few of the visionary entrepreneurs who recently completed our Idea Incubator program. These dreamers […]
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How Keystone Claws Is Redefining Creative Expression in Lancaster
With support from Univest Financial, ASSETS has helped equip Keystone Claws to grow their vision. When you walk into Keystone Claws, you’re met with more than just a nail studio. […]
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Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 20 Cutting Through: Business, Identity, and Community Leadership
In this episode, we meet Jorge Valentin, better known as Flaco, the visionary behind Who’s Next Barbershop, a cultural landmark in Lancaster since 2005. More than a place to get […]
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Honoring Our Board: Celebrating the Leaders Behind the Mission
During National Volunteer Week, ASSETS is proud to recognize a group of remarkable individuals who offer their time, insight, and leadership to advance our mission: our Board of Directors. Each […]
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Color Outside the Lines: Happy Happy Joy Joy Is Making Lancaster Brighter
Happy Happy Joy Joy has been empowered by ASSETS with support from S&T Bank. When you walk into Happy Happy Joy Joy, you instantly feel like you’ve entered a world […]
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Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 19 The Power of Purposeful Retail: Prism Thrift Redefines Secondhand Style
In this episode, we sit down with Kate Farbo, founder of Prism Thrift, a vibrant, queer-owned thrift store that’s redefining what secondhand shopping looks and feels like. With a lovingly […]
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How House of Clarendon Is Expanding Its Vision
Martine Cajas isn’t just building a business—he’s building something that reflects the people around him. From a loyal team to a supportive customer base, House of Clarendon is powered by […]
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Curio: A Creative Haven for Lancaster’s Artists
Lancaster is home to a thriving community of passionate entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of business with creativity, and resilience. One of these businesses is curio. Gallery & Creative […]
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Built By Us Podcast | Ep. 18 Celebrating Black Entrepreneurs Making History
In honor of Black History Month, we’re reflecting on the inspiring stories of Black entrepreneurs who have been featured on Built By Us. From breaking barriers to building thriving businesses, […]
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A Vision for Authentic Storytelling – Celebrating W.E. & Company
WE & Company has been empowered by ASSETS with support from Ephrata National Bank. As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor the Black entrepreneurs who are shaping and strengthening […]
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