Start Up

This series offers viewers an up-close and personal look into the world of the modern American entrepreneur. As complicated as starting a business may seem, the goal is to demystify the process by sharing the real life experiences of average Americans who are taking control of their own destiny while creating jobs for others. Over 90% of all companies in America are small businesses. Those small businesses employee over 50% of all people working in this country. Today's media rarely focus on the stories of those Americans and their hard work, despite small-businesses being the backbone of the country. "Start Up" is a explores the next generation of American business owners and the dreams that drive them.

Sat, May 17	8:30 A.M.	Veterans Moving America - Fort Worth, Texas NH Explore (11.2) A mission-based company, Veterans Moving America only employs US military veterans.
Sun, May 18	1:30 P.M.	Posies Flower Truck: Tampa, FL NH World (11.3) Posies Flower Truck, a pop-up, make-your-own bouquet flower truck.
Wed, May 21	6:00 A.M.	Simpleaf - Dallas, Texas NH Create (11.4) Founded on the idea of fostering a community dedicated to social inequities and sustainability, Nigerian immigrant, Femi founded Simpleaf Brands, a company that offers eco-friendly, biodegradable flushable wipes for sensitive skin.
Sat, May 24	8:30 A.M.	Mansfield Funeral Home and Cremations - Mansfield, Texas NH Explore (11.2) Driven by compassion, empathy and professionalism, Mansfield Funeral Home and Cremations is setting a new standard in the funeral home industry with founder Kristy setting countless first in her field.
Sun, May 25	1:30 P.M.	Birdy Boutique: Armada, MI NH World (11.3) Birdy Boutique; a Michigan-based textile manufacturing company.
Wed, May 28	6:00 A.M.	Revitalize Charging Solutions - Fort Worth, Texas NH Create (11.4) Driven by the desire to make charging your electric vehicle more convenient and affordable, Edward took matters into his own hands when he started Revitalize Charging Solutions, a company that offers EV charging stations for both residential and commercial use.
Sat, May 31	8:30 A.M.	Simpleaf - Dallas, Texas NH Explore (11.2) Founded on the idea of fostering a community dedicated to social inequities and sustainability, Nigerian immigrant, Femi founded Simpleaf Brands, a company that offers eco-friendly, biodegradable flushable wipes for sensitive skin.
Sun, Jun 1	1:30 P.M.	QRxLabs: Miami, FL NH World (11.3) QRxLabs, a cosmetics company on a mission to revolutionize skincare.
Wed, Jun 4	6:00 A.M.	The Blok Climbing Co. - Fort Worth, Texas NH Create (11.4) Developing a passion for climbing during the pandemic, Skyler decided to turn his hobby into a family business with The Blok Climbing Co.
Sat, Jun 7	8:30 A.M.	Revitalize Charging Solutions - Fort Worth, Texas NH Explore (11.2) Driven by the desire to make charging your electric vehicle more convenient and affordable, Edward took matters into his own hands when he started Revitalize Charging Solutions, a company that offers EV charging stations for both residential and commercial use.
Wed, Jun 11	6:00 A.M.	Bwi Contractors - Dallas, Texas NH Create (11.4) After her first successful flip when she was in her early 20's, Stacie has been on a mission to bring affordable housing to the market while mentoring others to do the same.
Sat, Jun 14	8:30 A.M.	The Blok Climbing Co. - Fort Worth, Texas NH Explore (11.2) Developing a passion for climbing during the pandemic, Skyler decided to turn his hobby into a family business with The Blok Climbing Co.
Sun, Jun 15	1:30 P.M.	Creations by Nathalie: Miami, FL NH World (11.3) Creations by Nathalie, a company that sells and ships DIY terrarium kits with South Florida succulents.
Wed, Jun 18	6:00 A.M.	Herbal Goodness - McKinney, Texas NH Create (11.4) Feeling unfulfilled in her high-level corporate job, Unoma decided to pursue a path that provided more meaning and purpose in her life by creating Herbal Goodness, a superfood company that supports women and girls in need.
Sat, Jun 21	8:30 A.M.	Bwi Contractors - Dallas, Texas NH Explore (11.2) After her first successful flip when she was in her early 20's, Stacie has been on a mission to bring affordable housing to the market while mentoring others to do the same.
Sun, Jun 22	1:30 P.M.	Opnr: Grand Rapids, MI NH World (11.3) Opnr, a national entertainment marketplace for booking talent for live performances.