Case Study

Erly Rush is a trendy coffee shop with mobile ordering capabilities in Muskogee, Oklahoma—a city that sits on the Arkansas River with a population of just 37,000 people. In 2012, Erly Rush opened the doors of its unique and artsy space. Keeping the local community in mind, Erly Rush expanded its service with the opening…

The Cookout serves up sizzling burgers, wings, and fries from its small-but-mighty menu in Monroe, Louisiana. This locally owned restaurant opened in 2016, and currently boasts a loyal following from its early days as a popular food truck. With owner Jamaro Hill at the helm, The Cookout feeds the soul of its community with a…