"I am so excited and
proud to be the owner of STUDIO 319, the ultimate hair salon! I absolutely
could not have accomplished such a large task without the help and
guidance of Brian McClain. The SBDC is such a wonderful service that gave
me all the resources I needed to start my own business. Brian and Ann are
so special to me and I will always be grateful for their faith in me."
-Sharon Hunter
"Brian McClain and the
Small Business Development Center helped me realize my dream of turning
memories into scrapbooks."-Sue Knox, Owner of Scrapbooks and Memories
"I worked for a television
station for 30 years and my husband is the assistant Fire Chief in Lufkin.
When we looked into a Smoothie King franchisee, we had no idea how to go
about getting the financing or getting started in business until we called
the Angelina College Small Business Development Center in Lufkin, TX. They
provided us with the professional advice we needed and helped us reach our
business goals." -Kathy Brown, Owner of Smoothie King
"The SBDC consultant was very helpful with guiding us in the right
direction in the beginning when having limited funds and time. The SBDC
was able to provide us with the proper knowledge needed to finish our
Business Plan and start construction within 120 days." -Lynda and Randy
Smith, Lufkin Lazer X
"The SBDC has been so
helpful in getting our business up and running. Their expertise in
business resources has allowed us to continue to grow over the last three
years. Kelly Ritch, our SBDC counselor, and all the SBDC staff members
have provided us with the knowledge needed for success." -Randy and
Saundra Payton, Owner of Payton’s Home Medical Supply
"Cybershield
management has negotiated to buy-out the company from current owners. The
SBDC has been invaluable in assisting Cybershield management in developing
its business plan, identifying potential financing sources and assisting
in presenting Cybershield’s business to a number of funding sources. With
this assistance Cybershield has secured a funding commitment. With this
funding, Cybershield will be able to maintain its operation, continue to
serve its customers and retain a number of jobs in the local community."
-Jim Skelly & Bobby Marshall, Owners
"Although I know our
loan process is not complete yet, I am compelled to tell you how grateful
Lex and I are for all you have done to get us this far. We are very
pleased with our Business Plan and wish to express our gratitude to you
for being at our side when we presented to the bank. We could not have
gotten this far without you!" -Melanie & Lex Humphrey Mellex Enterprises,
Nacogdoches & Marshall, TX
“Mr. Brian McClain with the Angelina College Small Business Development
Center was tremendously helpful in assisting us in opening our new
restaurant in Lufkin. His knowledge was of great value in the actual
packaging of the business plan for our new San Miguel Restaurant which
will open in Lufkin in March 2006.” -Javier Hernandez, Owner of San Meguel
Mexican Restaurant
“The SBDC was instrumental
in Marsha and me getting the needed financing to purchase Lone Star Farm
and Home Center. The extra time Brian and Ann spent helping us understand
a three year business plan and what it means to be an entrepreneur will
have a positive influence on our business forever. We are blessed to be
able to work with The Angelina Small Business Development Center” -Ed and
Marsha Blount, Owner, Lone Star Farm and Home Center
“Many thanks to Brian McClain and the Angelina College Small Business
Development Center staff for the long hours of devoted work and friendly
support. Through your diligent assistance, the Jacksonville Nursing Center
has come to fruition. The 42,000 square foot project is a new state-of-the
art nursing center with 101 beds. This business will increase the employ
base of Jacksonville, Texas by 100+ medical professionals and caregivers
that will serve Cherokee County residents for years to come. The Angelina
College SBDC Director and staff were professional, courteous and
especially patient in the creation of the business plan which was
instrumental in the completion of the Jacksonville project. Your
assistance is greatly appreciated.” -Chuck Gabbert, Jacksonville Nursing
Center
"I am so excited and
proud to be the owner of STUDIO 319, the ultimate hair salon! I absolutely
could not have accomplished such a large task without the help and
guidance of Brian McClain. The SBDC is such a wonderful service that gave
me all the resources I needed to start my own business. Brian and Ann are
so special to me and I will always be grateful for their faith in me." 
"Brian McClain and the
Small Business Development Center helped me realize my dream of turning
memories into scrapbooks."-Sue Knox, Owner of Scrapbooks and Memories
"I worked for a television
station for 30 years and my husband is the assistant Fire Chief in Lufkin.
When we looked into a Smoothie King franchisee, we had no idea how to go
about getting the financing or getting started in business until we called
the Angelina College Small Business Development Center in Lufkin, TX. They
provided us with the professional advice we needed and helped us reach our
business goals." -Kathy Brown, Owner of Smoothie King
"The SBDC has been so
helpful in getting our business up and running. Their expertise in
business resources has allowed us to continue to grow over the last three
years. Kelly Ritch, our SBDC counselor, and all the SBDC staff members
have provided us with the knowledge needed for success." -Randy and
Saundra Payton, Owner of Payton’s Home Medical Supply
"Cybershield
management has negotiated to buy-out the company from current owners. The
SBDC has been invaluable in assisting Cybershield management in developing
its business plan, identifying potential financing sources and assisting
in presenting Cybershield’s business to a number of funding sources. With
this assistance Cybershield has secured a funding commitment. With this
funding, Cybershield will be able to maintain its operation, continue to
serve its customers and retain a number of jobs in the local community."
-Jim Skelly & Bobby Marshall, Owners
"Although I know our
loan process is not complete yet, I am compelled to tell you how grateful
Lex and I are for all you have done to get us this far. We are very
pleased with our Business Plan and wish to express our gratitude to you
for being at our side when we presented to the bank. We could not have
gotten this far without you!" -Melanie & Lex Humphrey Mellex Enterprises,
Nacogdoches & Marshall, TX
“The SBDC was instrumental
in Marsha and me getting the needed financing to purchase Lone Star Farm
and Home Center. The extra time Brian and Ann spent helping us understand
a three year business plan and what it means to be an entrepreneur will
have a positive influence on our business forever. We are blessed to be
able to work with The Angelina Small Business Development Center” -Ed and
Marsha Blount, Owner, Lone Star Farm and Home Center