But MaKayla’s vision goes beyond her own business. She’s also creating The Ivory House, a space designed to bring multiple independent beauty professionals together under one roof and create a new destination for beauty and self-care in Bellefontaine.

Small Nation received an Award of Merit for Excellence in Economic Development Marketing and Communications for our Union County Mailers campaign, which brought Downtown Bellefontaine businesses together to reach new customers in a neighboring market.

The discussion explores what it takes to build strong entrepreneurial communities, the resources available through the SBA, and practical lessons on leadership, disaster recovery, government contracting, relationship building, and asking for help.

The new Bellefontaine office represents the company’s continued investment in the region and its commitment to making workforce solutions more accessible for employers and employees alike.

“Jason Duff brings exactly the kind of perspective we need at the Ohio Conference on Travel. His work reminds us that places are not products first,” said Melinda Huntley, Executive Director, Ohio Travel Association.