Curious about how the City of Raleigh supports small businesses? Join us at Sugar Euphoria, a beloved wedding cake and dessert shop on N. Person Street, to hear inspiring stories and valuable insights from our community's entrepreneurs.

Your host, Dan Bagley, and executive producer Dr. Sarah Glova chat with Mark Weldon and Carl Brooks II from the City of Raleigh's Small Business service unit. We also hear from Randi Smith, owner of Sugar Euphoria and a recipient of one of the City's small business grants. Randi shares her journey of starting and running a successful boutique cake shop that has become a community favorite in the City of Oaks.

Whether you're a small business owner, someone thinking about starting a business, or just interested in our thriving small business scene, this episode is for you! Learn how your Oaks City is supporting local businesses and discover the sweet success stories in our community.

RESOURCES: 

• Download the Small Business Resource Guide from the City of Raleigh’s website: https://raleighnc.gov/housing-and-neighborhoods/service-unit/small-business 

Big Ideas Raleigh is powered by the City of Raleigh Communications and Strategy and Innovation Departments, hosted by Dan Bagley, and produced by Dr. Sarah Glova and Earfluence.