Meet Grace Innovation: Nyack New Business Spotlight

NYACK, NY — Every new business has a story worth sharing with the community. And that's what's behind this series at Patch — to shine the spotlight on new businesses, and to give them a chance to be discovered.

• Business Name: Grace Innovation
• Address: 20 N. Broadway, Suite 4, Nyack, NY 10960
• Owner: Michael Berean
• website: www.graceinnovation.com

How did you come up with the name?

We wanted to merge the deeper side of life (Grace) with the innovative approach of the company (Innovation).

Why start a business in this town?

We really feel that Nyack is the artistic and cultural hub of Rockland County. Nyack provides excellent networking opportunities with fellow creatives, entrepreneurs, and business professionals.

What business are you in?

We are a Creative Content Company.

What's the most difficult challenge you've faced starting a new business?

Overcoming the adversity of not raising funding and bootstrapping the entire business in its growth.

What's one highlight you've had since opening?

The ability to help fellow businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals, launch and sustain their creative vision.

How does your business give back to the community?

We hold free monthly educational workshops on how business can use social media and digital marketing for growth. We employ local Rockland County residents with disabilities and we provide consulting to local Rockland businesses free of charge.

Would you like to see your small business showcased in this series? Email lanning.taliaferro@patch.com