menominee indian tribe of wisconsin private sector initiative - case studies

Case #1: Beauty Salon

Candy Frechette-Leaman opened her beauty salon in March 1993. According to Candy, "At first I thought it would cost too much money, take too much time and be to scary to start my own business. But then I contacted PSI and before I knew it my dream was becoming a reality. PSI was there with me every step of the way."

Case #2: Logging Business

Chauncey and Joan Webster started their own logging business in the summer of 1993. At first Joan was hesitant. But after working with the PSI staff and completing the small business management series, the Webster's decided to move ahead. In a letter from Chauncey, he wrote, "If I didn't know about PSI, I don't think that I would have my own business today."

Last Updated: Fri March 23, 2007