Small local businesses get a big stage at Summerfest thanks to grant
CBS 58 MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- For the sixth year in a row, BMO is teaming up with Summerfest to help small, local businesses. The BMO Small Business Spotlight offers a grant to a handful of entrepreneurs around Wisconsin. It's a big stage for a small business like Charm'd. The sisters created a fashionable, reusable ear plug.
"As someone who loves going to concerts but also loves to sleep and travel, I wanted to do it in a cute way," said Courtney Rodgers. "The first weekend was busy. We met so many new people. I think we made some earplug lovers out of some people."
You'll also find entrepreneurs who create custom jewelry out of sea glass found in Milwaukee, custom apparel with leather details and more.