Small Business Revolution: Main Street - Season 5 (2020)

After spending fifteen years in the corporate world, Matt Swank found himself yearning to return to his hometown of Fredonia, NY, and to the pizza shop he worked at during college - this time as the owner. Matt made three offers to buy the business from his mentor and original owner, Pat, and in 2018, a deal was struck. A beloved local favorite, Matt found Lena's Pizza, Subs and Wings was still producing the same quality and friendliness for fans in Fredonia, but it was also holding on to several outdated processes both in the shop and online. Deluxe brought in JJ ...

Necessity is the mother of invention. No one knows this better than Jessamine Daly-Griffen, owner of Om Nohm Bakery and Café. When two of her three children were diagnosed with Celiac disease, Jess faced the challenge by developing over 150 gluten free recipes to nourish her entire family. Soon, the idea for a dedicated gluten free bakery was born, offering a welcoming space for food-marginalized individuals. Three years after opening her doors, Jess' dream of creating an inclusive community has come true, but sales are barely covering the bakery's operating costs. To...

Since 1936, Fredonia's only public golf course has survived economic downturns, ownership changes and shifts in the sports' popularity. But it wasn't until local golfer Debbie Mancuso purchased the course in 2018, that it returned to 18-holes after being split into two 9-hole courses and falling into disrepair. While the golf industry is experiencing an uptick, Debbie's huge investment to revive the playability of the course is at risk due to misconceptions the course is unplayable or even closed. To jump start the operation, Deluxe brought in Mike Luckraft, PGA ...

Literacy Volunteers of Chautauqua County (LVCC) is dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals through the doorway of literacy. Executive Director Julie LaGrow understands the positive impact her non-profit has on her students, which is why she works tirelessly to manage volunteers and fund raising efforts to keep LVCC's mission alive. But the pandemic has hit LVCC particularly hard, leaving this vital organization at risk of closing its doors. Deluxe brings in Mikisha Nation, Executive Director of the Twin Cities chapter of Teach For America, to advise Julie ...