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.

Sun, Nov 24	1:30 P.M.	Mansfield Funeral Home and Cremations - Mansfield, Texas NH World (11.3) 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.
Wed, Nov 27	6:00 A.M.	Opnr: Grand Rapids, MI NH Create (11.4) Opnr, a national entertainment marketplace for booking talent for live performances.
Sun, Dec 1	1:30 P.M.	Simpleaf - Dallas, Texas NH World (11.3) 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.
Wed, Dec 4	6:00 A.M.	CritterPro: Jacksonville, FL NH Create (11.4) CritterPro, a company on a mission to help people wildlife related issues that may be impacting their home.
Wed, Dec 11	6:00 A.M.	The Lip Bar: Detroit, MI NH Create (11.4) The Lip Bar, a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand on a mission to help change the way you think about beauty.
Sun, Dec 15	1:30 P.M.	Revitalize Charging Solutions - Fort Worth, Texas NH World (11.3) 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, Dec 18	6:00 A.M.	Wolverine Pickleball: Ann Arbor, MI NH Create (11.4) Wolverine Pickleball, a business on a mission to elevate the sport of Pickleball in SE Michigan.
Sun, Dec 22	1:30 P.M.	The Blok Climbing Co. - Fort Worth, Texas NH World (11.3) Developing a passion for climbing during the pandemic, Skyler decided to turn his hobby into a family business with The Blok Climbing Co.
Wed, Dec 25	6:00 A.M.	Ampersand - Fort Worth, Texas NH Create (11.4) A coffee house by day and lounge by night, Ampersand is taking the Dallas/Fort Worth area by storm with a fresh and youthful approach to hospitality.
Sun, Dec 29	1:30 P.M.	Bwi Contractors - Dallas, Texas NH World (11.3) 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.
Wed, Jan 1	6:00 A.M.	Desert Creek Honey - Blue Ridge, Texas NH Create (11.4) Developing a passion for bees at the age of 12 when he won a beehive in a contest, Blake's interest in apiculture only increased into adulthood, driving him to start Desert Creek Honey, a company that sells raw, unfiltered honey and all things beekeeping to support a new generation of beekeepers.