Small Business Success Story - Deb's Hash and Mash
Each year the New York Small Business Development Center recognizes outstanding small businesses in a variety of ways. This Success Story from the Oswego Satelitte SBDC appears in our 2016 Annual Report . Debora Backus Deb's Hash and Mash Oswego Satellite SBDC Debora Backus had been looking at a closed diner for months and determined that the location was sufficient to warrant re-opening. She had business experience, but did not have any restaurant experience, so she hired an experienced chef who was interested in working with her to re-open the diner. Under Debora’s management and utilizing her marketing skills, she tied together the menu, décor, atmosphere, and logo to develop her brand. Debora was referred to SBDC Advisor John Halleron by Operation Oswego County, a local development agency. They met to discuss the business plan needed for the purchase and establishment of the diner in the town of Volney. Debora prepared a draft, which was reviewed by John. Ba