UPS

It has often been said that two heads are better than one. For brothers Mark & Maverick Franks, this rang true when their bright minds linked together to open a franchise division of United Parcel Service, commonly known as UPS, in Inglewood, CA. Planting an investment seed in the inner-city community would be an apprehensive business venture to the average aspiring entrepreneur. After only two years in business, however, The Franks’ venture already averages fully developed sales between $30,000 and $35,000 a month.  Their business strides have not only contributed to the economic growth of Inglewood, but also demonstrate how striving against the odds can be a blessing in disguise.  

The Franks’ client range from local neighborhood customers to small and mid-size businesses additionally prove how investing in a place of their own community was one of the best seeds they could have ever planted. 

GOLDEN SCISSORS FAMILY SALON

A place of her own was a aspiration for the persistent Maria Villalobos (Golden Scissors Family Salon), who was born in Bolivia.  After only 1 year of marriage, Maria’s husband abandoned her and their newborn, forcing Maria to put her accounting studies on hold and move to the U.S with a friend.  Language barriers did not prevent her, however, from seeking the good life that the Hollywood skyscrapers and tall Palm Trees reminded her of.  Maria’s search started off a bit turbulently when her friend eventually evicted her.  She nonetheless found a job as a sewing machine operator and continued her education as a nurse assistant.  Her son’s high school graduation prompted Maria to return to school and obtain her cosmetology license.  After working for a salon for five years, she decided to venture out on her own and partner with Mark Wasson.  Maria has incorporated her Bolivian-inspired culture to the Golden Scissors Family Salon through music, artwork and Spanish ambience to cater to the growing Latino population she serves.    

SECRETS OF SUCCESS   

Author and speaker Chellie Campbell of Campbell Consulting (www.chellie.com) exposes the value behind integrating positive thoughts into your business endeavors to increase productivity. 

STUDIO GUEST

Frank Brancale, Public Information Officer of the U.S SBA  Los Angeles District Office, gives viewers the five most important steps to properly finance and maintain a new or existing business.