Lufkin Mall introduces start-up businesses to development experts

LUFKIN- Seasoned professionals in small business development, banking, marketing and franchising and successful small business owners will share their expertise with aspiring entrepreneurs at the New Business Expo 2008 at Lufkin Mall.

Sponsored by Lufkin Mall and mall owner GK Development, Inc, the business-to-business event will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 19 in the suite next to American Eagle.

The Expo is designed to provide potential business owners with information and tools to successfully launch a retail franchise or turnkey business through workshops featuring successful area business executives.

"The New Business Expo opens the door to new business opportunities with and for local entrepreneurs. We'll help potential business owners answer the question…do you want to be the boss? The Expo is an unmatched opportunity for potential business owners to learn what it takes to move from a great idea to open for business within the shopping center environment at Lufkin Mall," said Bob Childs, general manager at Lufkin Mall.

"The workshops will provide entrepreneurs with vital tools needed to start a new business and become a successful small business owner," he added.

Leading national franchises, including Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Auntie Anne's Pretzel, Subway and Cold Stone Creamery will provide information about their organizations.

For more information, send a request to bob.lufkin@gkdevelopment. com or call Lufkin Mall at (936) 639-1249.