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Small Business Spotlight: Watercolors by Tina | Tina Arnall
Discover Watercolors by Tina, LLC in Monett, Missouri. Artist Tina Arnall creates watercolor portraits of homes, landmarks, and florals, offering originals, prints, and gifts that celebrate community and memory.

Small Business Spotlight: Jason Kurima, Kurima Enterprises
Jason and Haley Kurima are entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and podcast hosts who help others build lasting wealth through faith-driven business. With a growing portfolio that includes 82 apartment units, multiple ventures, and The Kurima Podcast, they’re passionate about creating impact, mentoring others, and building a legacy that matters.

Small Business Spotlight: Sara Lingenfelter, Owner and CEO at Virtual Biz Partner
Sara is the CEO of Virtual Biz Partner and a Fractional COO who helps visionary entrepreneurs streamline their systems and scale with clarity. With over a decade of experience and a passion for purposeful growth, she’s the go-to partner for coaches, consultants, and changemakers ready to run their business with more ease and less chaos.

Member Spotlight | Brenna Walker : Spring River Creative
Meet Brenna Walker of Spring River Creative, a designer and strategist helping businesses show up with clarity, confidence, and a brand that actually works. From custom branding to strategic tools and content support, her work is changing the way businesses grow.

Small Business Spotlight | Katy Valesquez | Family Advocacy Solutions
In this month’s Local Business Spotlight, we’re highlighting Family Advocacy Solutions, a Monett-based organization founded by Katy Velasquez to support families in the child welfare system. After hearing Katy speak at our May Morning Brew, we’re even more inspired by her work and the impact she’s making. Read on to learn more about her journey and how you can support their mission.

Small Business Spotlight | Abigail Monroy & Damaris Gomez: Chamba PanChamba Pan
Chamba Pan in Monett, Missouri, is more than a bakery, it’s a multigenerational story of love, faith, and artisan baking rooted in El Salvador. Discover how one family's tradition continues to bring warmth and community to every handmade treat.