Name of owner: Patricia Butler and Dennis Hustead
Year you opened for business: 1989
How would you describe your business?
The manufacture an installation of custom canvas products
Briefly describe your typical client/customer.
Because of the custom nature of our product, each client is fairly unique
What is one thing most people do not know about your business that would surprise him/her?
How exact the measurements and cuts need to be to make the finished product look right, and how high pressure this business can be.
What do you enjoy most about doing business in your district/community?
The people I meet and with whom I deal, and the opportunity to create products that help to beautify the area.
What do you enjoy most about doing business in Hampton Roads?
Same as above
What challenges do you face as a business owner?
Getting everything done. Finding and keeping highly qualified employees.
What’s in store for your business in the future?
Hopefully, with close attention to costs and production, we will see some growth in 2011.
What could local government do to help business owners in your business district (besides lower taxes)?
Improve infrastructure
What is one thing your business district needs?
More exposure to the region
