Success Story
PJ's CASUAL CUTS
222 South Bridge Street, Elkton, MD          410-398-8833

Taking advantage of an opportunity that presents itself is the route to becoming business owners for some people, like Pam Conklin and her partner, Jessica Stauffer.  Pam and Jessica are now co-owners of PJ’s Casual Cuts on Bridge Street.   Both were working in this same beauty salon under the previous manager when they were offered an opportunity to buy it.  Pam became the “legwoman” of this duo, seeking out all the information about licensing, financing, and planning, necessary to own the business.

 Pam successfully utilized many of the business resources Cecil County offers to finalize this opportunity.  She worked with our SBIC and the SBDC to develop her business plan and seek financing.  She approached two local banks for financing, but was not happy with their terms.  So, she turned to an “angel” who financed their purchase of the business.  In business, an angel is a private investor who is willing to fund new business ventures.  This could be a family member, a friend, or some member of the investment community that belongs to an angel network.                                                                                                                        

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