Small Business Spotlight: Sweepstakes winners in the Atlanta community

In 2022, we launched the Open for Small Business campaign to highlight small business owners in the Atlanta area and how they have woven into the fabric of their communities. From favorite local restaurants to artisan-crafted candles, we shared a five-part video series showcasing the talents and stories of these incredible entrepreneurs.

In addition, we invited social media users to nominate their favorite small businesses around Atlanta to participate in our sweepstakes event. We received a flood of nominations and were honored to read the stories of creators and entrepreneurs who are making a difference in their communities.

At the close of the campaign, we randomly selected four winners from the nomination pool. Each business received a small business growth kit from U.S. Bank and Elavon, which included a new laptop, a wellness package from The Manifest Company, and a $500 gift card. We are proud to support small businesses and equip them with the tools they need to succeed.

Learn more about each of the Open for Small Business sweepstakes winners:

Ché René Macarons

Ché Houston calls herself the “Macaron Maven” of Atlanta, and for good reason – for 26 years, she has crafted luxury desserts that blend French techniques with Southern flare. She currently operates an ecommerce and mobile macaron boutique – providing over 40 dessert options for high-end gifts and events. Learn more: https://www.cherenemacarons.com/about

LaRayia’s Bodega

Located in the bustling Ponce City Market, this Afro-Latina owned small business brings the trends and tastes of NYC culture to Atlanta. From high fashion to the latest in vegan cuisine, there is so much for the local community to experience and discover. Learn more: https://larayiasbodega.com/

Fashionreesta

This Black-owned ecommerce business curates the latest in street fashion trends and encourages the ATL community to find their own personal style to express themselves.

Learn more: https://fashionreesta.com/

Janke Studios

Located in the Historic Martin Luther King Jr. District, Janke Studios is the first glassblowing studio in Atlanta. For more than 25 years, husband-wife team Matt and Kim have brought this unique art form to the local community, including offering introductory classes for the public. Learn more: http://jankestudios.com/

We are proud to support small business owners from all backgrounds and walks of life. Open for Small Business will be back in 2023 – stay tuned for updates!