Small Business Case Studies

Starting and running a small business is a full-time job, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. And every small business owner knows there's never enough time to do everything. For the entrepreneur, starting a business is like navigating a dangerous stretch of highway -- with many curves and bumps in the road.  Around every corner, the new business owner often feels like making a u-turn rather than continue.

But the rewards of starting and growing a successful business make it all worthwhile.  What if you could shorten the learning curve just a bit and make the road a little smoother for travel? In the case studies that follow, you can read about how other small Oklahoma businesses have made their way.  You'll hear how they found funding, why they think Oklahoma is a great place for doing business, and how they've overcome their biggest challenges.   Here, they share their stories so that those just starting out or those facing an uphill battle can borrow a few lessons learned from those who who've been there, done that. 

Follow the links below to read these case studies, and then explore the rest of the New & Small Business Support section for more tips and strategies for your business.

Cherokee Data Solutions
Pelco Products, Inc.
Natural Evolution Inc.
Covington Cycle City
Radio Frequency Safety International (RSI)
Don Hume, Leathergoods
Stone Buff Cellars Winery
Inola Casting Works