Citing challenges related to the pandemic and an ongoing struggle with liquor licenses, David LeHeron closed Blue Heron on Aug. 27. While his future’s unclear, he says he’s not ready to give up entrepreneurship.
Marie Fisher started Nature’s Platter with little experience but an abundance of passion. As her business has grown, so has her sense of pride—in both the business and herself.
Louie Castriota opened the therapy center for kids who have special needs in 2010. To ensure the organization’s success outlives him, he’s been stepping back ever since.