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Fun in the Sun
Entertains Children
A little over two years ago, Letty and
J.R. Villarreal walked through the doors of the Small
Business Development Center, a component of CoSERVE, at The
University of Texas-Pan American, with a goal – to expand
their business. Their part-time, home-based business Fun in
the Sun, was ready to grow!
To meet their objective, they worked
tirelessly with business counselor Maria D. Juarez to
develop a business plan, but it was not without some
challenges. "There were times when I felt that we were not
going to make it," Letty recalls and adds, "Juggling between
business and home expenses wasn't easy, but we pressed on."
Fun in the Sun, a
party-catering and ride-rental service in McAllen, was
initially started as a disc jockey service to supplement
family income. It was only after they realized the demand
for outdoor entertainment, however, that the Villarreals
knew it was time to expand and diversify.
After much effort and some business
guidance, Fun in the Sun has grown into a successful outdoor
entertainment enterprise. It continues to offer quality
products and services, plus an array of moon jumps and
kiddie rides, catering, party décor, piñatas, and party
supplies – all the necessities for a fun party!
In addition to hard work, dedication, and
commitment to family, the Villarreal’s credit their success
to utilizing the right resources. Working with Maria at the
Women’s Empowerment Business Center and the Small Business
Development Center at The University of Texas-Pan American
helped immensely. With their business plan, the Villarreals
secured financing to facilitate Fun in the Sun’s expansion.
"The new location has brought us more exposure and has
helped increase our client base,” J.R. notes
enthusiastically.
Fun in the Sun is located at 5001 Pecan
Boulevard, Suite A, in McAllen, Texas. For further
information on the services offered by the Small Business
Development Center (SBDC) or the U.S. Small Business
Administration (SBA), please call the SBDC at (956)
292-7535. |
