We just have a ton of people who are looking to go into business for themselves. We've been overwhelmed with inquiries throughout the nation.

People get together and what do they want to do? Watch football and eat pizza.

We need to get a pulse and see what people are feeling regarding what type of business and organizations might augment our already vibrant city.

I was told to avoid the business all together because of the rejection. People would say to me, 'Don't you want to have a normal job and a normal family?' I guess that would be good advice for some people, but I wanted to act.

And what most people don't understand is the bulk of business in this country is small business.

Part of our mission is to finish unfinished business.