“Behind every successful woman is her story. What’s your story?”
I love being inspired by these stories, sharing these stories, and being a “purveyor of possibility.”
That’s why I answered “yes” when The Motherhood contacted me about sharing The American Small Business Championship (in collaboration with SCORE and Sam’s Club) with our readers – my participation was a no brainer!
What is The American Small Business Championship? The program provides expert training, resources and networking opportunities to small business owners from coast to coast. As part of the program, Sam’s Club awarded a grant to SCORE–an organization that provides small business mentoring, workshops and education–to give 102 small businesses access to additional resources and training.
I was so excited when I heard about the success stories being written. Stories like Veronica Jacobsen’s Baby Love and Tabitha Birdsong, Co-owner of Miss Birdsong’s Sweet Tooth.
And then I found out that Tabitha is from Memphis – my Tennessee neighbor – and I couldn’t wait to share her story and what this program has done for her and can do for your business!
Tabitha Birdsong (a former school teacher who was laid off) created Miss Birdsong’s Sweet Tooth in Memphis, TN with her college friend Pamela Collins – the two shared a love for sweets!
Their candy apple business started out as party favors for birthday parties, weddings, festivals, fundraisers, and other local events.
Through local word of mouth, the business grew.
How did Miss Birdsong’s Sweet Tooth find its way into Sam’s Club?
Tabitha entered the American Small Business Championship & became one of the 102 winners that received:
- $1,000 Sam’s Club gift card
- Expense-paid attendance at a regional Championship Celebration & Symposium
- SCORE mentoring for one year
- National publicity
Tabitha made the most of the connections and exposure. She capitalized on the contacts!
I’ve made so many connections through this opportunity. When you get in the room with 101 other small business owners, it’s the biggest networking arena! I now have contacts in New York, Chicago, Washington D.C. and more.
Thanks to the connections, exposure and mentoring received through The American Small Business Championship, their treats are now offered at Sam’s Club and Walmart!
Ready to write your success story? Click here -> SCORE <- to learn more about Score’s FREE business resources.
Find stories of the 2015 American Small Business Championship entries & winners here.
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2 Replies to “How The American Small Business Championship (& plenty of hustle) Got Tabitha Birdsong into Sam’s Club!”
Tabitha
Hello Ms. Stewart,
Thank you so much for this wonderful article.
Tabitha Birdsong
Miss Birdsong’s Sweet Tooth
Melissa Stewart
My pleasure Tabitha! I’ve been craving one of those apples ever since writing this post. I’m hoping our local Sam’s carries them. Thanks for being such an inspiration!
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