Hamilton, NJ Ridder’s Custom Woodwork, LLC. As the son of a cabinet maker, Philip Ridder began working with wood when he was 12 years old. And though he’s been woodworking most of his life, after watching his parents struggle as…
Name:
Maritza Guillaume Émile
Location:
Bara Homes
Encouraged by her mother’s success in building her own real estate portfolio, Maritza Guillaume Émile boldly decided to leave the corporate world and embark on a mission-driven journey in the construction industry. Thus, Bara Homes was born—a testament to Maritza’s…
Melissa Jenkins, BAM Desserts In the heart of Somerset County, New Jersey, Melissa Jenkins has carved out a sweet spot for herself and her business, BAM Desserts. Recently honored with the 2023 Business of the Year award by Somerset County,…
Savory Selections Catering Scotch Plains, New Jersey Jill Jackson-Jones, the co-owner of Savory Selections Catering, renowned for its “food for the soul,” proudly received the Businesswoman of the Year award from The Union County Club of the National Association of…
Gladys Vonghlan is the kind of person who becomes an immediate inspiration to everyone she meets. She has an infectious energy about her that is equal parts drive and enthusiasm, and it’s hard not to take notice of her success.…
Cranford, NJ The Artist Framer When Stefanie Lalor was 15, she visited a frame shop with her mother. As soon as she walked in the door, she knew it was what she wanted to do for the rest of her…
Rafael Cruzado, the owner of HR Cleaning, embarked on a journey to bring clarity and tranquility to people’s lives through his unique approach to cleaning. His story intertwines with the support and guidance he received from UCEDC’s Entrepreneurship as a Second…
Happiness Akaniro is an accomplished artist and the creative force behind Happiness International LLC, a company renowned for designing and producing the popular BubaLapa brand of products. Happiness has always been passionate about art and pursued her love for creativity…
Meet Erica “E” Bradshaw, Owner of Bradshaw Creative Services Erica Bradshaw (they/them), or “E” as they prefer to be called, is a remarkable entrepreneur and proud New Jerseyan originally from Newark who now resides in Union County, New Jersey. With…
