Hands Up Lake County
Business Competition Winners
2023 Winners
Daniel Tyrrell
Daniel Alan Tyrrell, a martial arts instructor with over 30 years of experience, has dedicated his life to teaching and spreading the benefits of martial arts to his community.
Maureen Brasier
Maureen, the visionary behind Jitter Bean Coffee, has expanded her business from the original drive-thru-only coffee kiosk at 2598 S Main Street in Lakeport.
Eric & Krystal Purkhiser
Eric's Oil Change and Repairs is a locally owned and operated automotive repair and oil change shop. Their comprehensive range of services includes check engine diagnosis, complete vehicle inspections, suspension and brake repairs, and oil and fluid changes.
Denisse Herrera & Jesus Mendez
Upper Lake Grocery, the store serves the local community by offering daily necessities and various goods and services, including a fresh produce section, meat, and a sandwich Deli.
Joshua Seifert
Weston plans to expand their operation with an outdoor venue called the Backyard to enhance their offerings further.
Claire and Michael Zimmerman
Claire's dream is to create a well-established, private-based preschool that provides students with the essential education they need to transition confidently into kindergarten.
Lynda Steely
Lynda's offerings include event signs, posters, banners, laser engraving, event backdrops, party props, and photo booth rentals.
Cinamon Vann
With a clear vision in mind, Cinamon aims to elevate Wine in the Willows into a beloved destination that caters to locals and tourists throughout the year.
2022 Winners
Melinda Robin Price
Peace And Plenty Farm LLC is the result of two people who wanted to be part of the local food movement and supply fresh, organically grown produce to the community.
Angela Nicole Hughes
As a local businesswoman and Lake County resident, Angela Nicole Hughes always wanted to make a difference in the community.
Nicole B Gentry
She discovered that it is not enough to have a passion and love for cooking, but knowledge of business management is also necessary.
Ben Guenther
Upper Lake Grocery, the store serves the local community by offering daily necessities and various goods and services, including a fresh produce section, meat, and a sandwich Deli.
Curtis Cook
He takes pride in his work and is committed to providing the best service to enhance the aesthetics of any home and create a calming, peaceful atmosphere.
Baylee Ann Grove
Together with her mom, aunt, and grandmothers, she started Rock N' Rolled Ice-Cream for Lake County residents to enjoy her favorite treat.
Karen Kress
With extensive experience in the field of cosmetology, Karen is keen on sharing her knowledge with other individuals interested in building careers in this career path.
Robin Marie Marsolek
Her uniqueness is reflected in the quality of her work and her desire to reduce waste by enabling customers to continue to wear the clothes they already own with style and grace.
2021 Winners
Catherine Ann Reese
Ever-evolving is an excellent way to describe the history of Reese Ranch Retreat. What started as a photography studio turned into a lodging business.
Valeri Ann Stallings
Valeri Ann Stallings is passionate about the care of animals, the safety of dogs, and the peace of mind of their owners.
Anahi Silva
Party Ideas by Anahi Silva is home to the widest selection of party supplies loved by children and adults alike.
Jennifer Marie Gayda
Bottlerock Candle Studio offers healthy superior quality, and handcrafted candles, and home decor.
Ashley Ruth Garrigus
After completing her education and training, Ashley Ruth Garrigus worked many jobs learning different branches of pastry.
2020 Winners
Nick and Myra Lam
Lam Printing is a custom apparel shop located in Clearlake that offers silkscreen, embroidery, high-quality prints, low pricing, and fast turnaround time.
Lisa Wilson
The second prize of the Hands Up Lake County Business Competition 2020 amounting to $5,000 went to Lisa Wilson of Clear Lake Boat Rental.
David Brown
Susie Q’s Donuts & Espresso serves donuts baked fresh daily, coffee, espresso, sandwich, and breakfast. They deliver their goods across Lake County.
Stacie Jusdon
Stacie Judson started Wild Bee Creations in 2011 when she moved from San Francisco. Their magic lies beneath their toxin-free ingredients,...
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