In 2019, I was wilting in corporate sales and I was feeling called to serve others. I ended up helping a woman with medical challenges; I shopped for her, brought in mail and took out garbage, and she cried with relief. I realized that there is a deep need for reliable and caring help in accomplishing the simple tasks of daily life. I started my business, The Happy Errand Lady, offering assistance with to-do list items including professional organizing, personal shopping, errand-running, vacation rental management and more.

New Ventures Maine has helped me write not one but two business plans, identifying the actions needed to grow the current company while also making a second plan a reality.

The trainings I’ve done with New Ventures Maine have benefitted me in so many ways. The camaraderie I found in the class I took was unmatched; our group was full of single moms like me who understand the struggles I face. I got more validation and understanding than I have ever experienced in my life! My classmates were some of the most supportive and creative people I’ve known and I am honored to now call them friends.

As a result of my work with New Ventures Maine, I gained clarity, focus and confidence. I’ve even hired my first official employee, and secured unemployment insurance, workers comp insurance, and an actual payroll! The Happy Errand Lady now has a long list of projects waiting to get on my schedule.