Taking her decades-long experiences as a small business owner of multiple businesses in North Carolina and upstate New York, leadership and service in the United States Airforce and management of family businesses, Sara Holden has assumed the helm as Director of the Small Business Center at Sandhills Community College. The program is part of the North Carolina Community College system and offered free of charge to anyone in the community looking to start their own business.
“Entrepreneurialism has always been a part of my family’s DNA,” said Holden in a press release. “From candy and bead making to carpentry to popcorn to art and farming, I’ve had my hands in all aspects of start-ups and successful companies. Bringing my skillset to others in the community is exciting and I look forward to jumping in and meeting folks in Hoke and Moore counties who can use the support and skill sets that our program offers.”
Holden is excited to start networking and be the connector of services from Sandhills Community College to the region as small businesses ramp up and sustain.
“It’s an ever-evolving process from concept to execution and in between,” Holden added in a press release. “I hope to jump in where they need me and offer support toward continued success and momentum.”
Plans also include looking into more agricultural opportunities to support farmers, tourism and possible lodging opportunities throughout Moore and Hoke counties.
“I want to be an extension of what they are working on and see how our tools and services can make an impact,” continued Holden in a press release.f
Holden holds a bachelor's degree from Columbia College in Columbia, Mo. and is an honorably discharged Veteran at the rank of Staff Sergeant.
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