A national study found that 62% of millennials have a business in mind that they would like to start.
In small-town Prescott, one millennial took what was once just a job and turned it into her own business.
Krystin “KD” Hicks owns a dog grooming service called Barks and Bubbles. Her mission is to provide excellent service and quality care in a fun, clean, enjoyable atmosphere for patrons and their pets.
The opportunity to start Barks and Bubbles came about when the pet service business where KD was working closed. Hicks decided to purchase the previous owner’s equipment and go out on her own.
Seeking help, she contacted Mary Godwin with the Prescott/Nevada County Economic and Community Development Office. Godwin connected her with the Southern Arkansas University ASBTDC.
After visiting with KD about her plans, the center’s Janell Morton compiled demographic reports, traffic counts, and marketplace and industry profiles for the locations that Hicks was considering.
Morton also worked with her to put together a business plan and financial projections for a grooming service. With this information, KD was able to assess the viability of her business idea and secure financing.
KD’s dream of owning her own business became a reality on July 6, 2020, when she opened Barks and Bubbles to the public.
“The ASBTDC gave me the small business resources and support that I needed to move forward with my new business,” said Hicks.
Barks and Bubbles offers a variety of dog grooming services to customers in the Prescott area.