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Friday, May 29, 2026B Section BusinessMINORITY BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTIf you would like your business highlighted, visit directory indianaminoritybusinessmagazine.comBy DARICE RENEThere%u2019s a certain kind of pride that comes with being busy.Multiple streams of income. Multiple business ideas. A schedule that stays full. On the surface, it looks like progress. It looks like ambition.And for a lot of people, especially entrepreneurs, it feels good.There%u2019s a quote often attributed to Warren Buffett: diversification may preserve wealth, but concentration builds wealth. Concentration builds wealth.While he was talking about investing, the principle shows up just as clearly in entrepreneurship.And it%u2019s something I see every day.Too many entrepreneurs are doing all the things at once. One business leads to another, then another idea gets added on top of that. There%u2019s real effort behind it. Real creativity. Real hustle and innovation.But underneath all that movement, there%u2019s often very little clarity.Because when everything is running at the same time %u2014 and busy becomes part of the identity %u2014 it becomes hard to tell what%u2019s actually working.I%u2019ve sat with people preparing to buy or lease real estate, and when we start looking closely at their numbers, a pattern shows up. One revenue stream is quietly covering for another. A business that looks active isn%u2019t actually profitable. And because so much time and energy has already been invested, it%u2019s hard to step back and see what needs to change.So, the cycle continues.More effort. More ideas. More activity.But not necessarily more wealth.The issue isn%u2019t a lack of drive. It%u2019s a lack of focus.Being busy can feel productive, but it doesn%u2019t guarantee that anything is growing in a way that lasts. Wealth isn%u2019t built on how many things you can start. It%u2019s built on how well you can develop something that works %u2014 and stay with it long enough for it to mature.That requires a different kind of discipline.It means slowing down enough to ask real questions. What is actually profitable? What is consistent? Where is the return strong enough to build on?And then making a decision that doesn%u2019t always feel exciting in the moment %u2014 choosing to concentrate.Not forever. But long enough to build something solid.There%u2019s a principle people talk about often %u2014 the 80/20 rule. A small portion of your effort is usually responsible for the majority of your results. The challenge is being honest enough to identify what that portion is.And then having the patience to lean into it.We%u2019ve seen this play out across industries. The people we recognize for their success are rarely scattered. They may operate in different areas over time, but there%u2019s usually a clear throughline.Think about athletes. Think about entertainers. Think about business leaders who have built something that lasts.They didn%u2019t become successful by doing four unrelated things at once.They developed depth in one lane.Beyonc%u00e9 is a clear example. Her work may include singing, performing, composing and producing, but it all lives within the same space. Her focus wasn%u2019t initially divided across unrelated ventures. It was concentrated in a way that allowed her to reach a level of excellence that still stands today.That kind of focus is what creates leverage.And leverage is what creates options.Once something is proven %u2014 truly profitable, truly stable %u2014 it can support expansion. It can fund the next idea. It can create the breathing room that so many people are looking for.But that only happens when the foundation is strong.Being busy can mask that truth for a long time. It can look like progress even when nothing is compounding.But at some point, the difference becomes clear.One path leads to exhaustion.The other leads to ownership, stability and long-term wealth.They don%u2019t feel the same, even if they look similar at the start.Darice Rene (hello@daricerene.com) is a business strategist, real estate investor and commercial real estate broker based in Indianapolis. Her work focuses on ownership, long-term stability and legacy-building.Divine Grace Fashion Hub, LLCBy MALIK SIMONmaliks@indyrecorder.comDivine Grace Fashion Hub LLC is an online fashion and lifestyle boutique focused on offering apparel and accessories.The boutique sells accessories such as bracelets, earrings and necklaces. %u201cWe curate high-quality fashion and accessories, including pieces handmade in Ghana exclusively for our boutique. Our collections blend modern design with timeless appeal, inspiring women, men and children to express confidence, individuality, and undeniable presence,%u201d the company states on its website.Andrea Akuffo is the owner and founder of Divine Grace Fashion Hub. Akuffo%u2019s mission is to empower individuals and families through fashion that enhances confidence, embraces individuality and reflects divine grace.%u201cDivine Grace Fashion Hub was created through faith, determination, and a deep passion for empowering others through style and grace. Thank you for embracing this vision and allowing us to be part of your journey. The best is yet to come,%u201d Akuffo said in the website%u2019s founder message.Customers looking for more selections from this boutique can find outerwear such as jackets, apparel and other accessories on the website%u2019s catalogue.For more information visit divinegracefashion.com/.Staff Writer Malik Simon created this highlight. If you would like your business highlighted in the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, contact him at 317-762-7847 or via email at maliks@indyrecorder.com.%u00a0Angela%u2019s Hair Design By HANNA RAUWORTHhannar@indyrecorder.comAngela%u2019s Hair Design is a family-owned salon brand built around personalized hair care, community service and long-term client relationships.Based on its official history, the business began in 1994 in Bloomington, Indiana, starting with a small team and a modest space before growing into a multi-generational, family-run operation. The salon emphasizes that it has evolved over time while maintaining its original focus on hands-on service and client care. Today, Angela%u2019s Hair Design operates as a full-service salon and barbershop offering cuts, styling and grooming services for men, women and children. The business highlights its ability to serve all hair types and textures, with a focus on creating a welcoming environment for clients looking for both routine maintenance and full style transformations. The salon is led by Angela Carter, who is described as the founder and a central figure in the business%u2019s growth. Carter and her team emphasize professional skills paired with a family-oriented atmosphere, aiming to provide a space where clients feel comfortable and supported throughout their appointments. Angela%u2019s Hair Design also operates with a strong community presence, positioning itself as more than just a salon by emphasizing relationships with clients and a consistent commitment to service. Over the years, it has maintained its Bloomington roots while continuing to serve a broad and diverse clientele. More information can be found at https://angelashairdesign.wixsite.com/angelas.Contact Health & Environmental Reporter Hanna Rauworth at 317-762-7854 or follow her on Instagram at @hanna.rauworth. If you would like your business highlighted by the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, email newsroom@indyrecorder.com.COMMENTARYBeing busy isn%u2019t the same as building wealthKurlykoilsBy CHLOE McGOWAN%u00a0chloegm@indyrecorder.com Kurlykoils, an Indy-based luxury curl salon, is helping Hoosiers embrace their natural hair.Britteny Davidson, owner and curl specialist, earned her cosmetology license in 2007 but shifted her focus to natural hair in 2015. Davidson later opened Kurlykoils in 2016 as a thriving, forward-thinking salon that aims to help Hoosiers %u201cembrace their natural hair as it grows from their head,%u201d according to the website.%u00a0%u201cWe are passionate about spreading awareness surrounding toxic ingredients in cosmetics with the goal to make beauty safer for all,%u201d the website states. %u201cWe value our clients and truly look at our relationship between clients and stylists as partners. As your Curl Partner, we look to align with your goals and concerns, create a suitable at home and salon routine and help you live your best natural hair life.%u201dThe skilled team of stylists at Kurlykoils includes Alayah Shabazz, Raelyn Murphy and Noel Willis, each of whom specializes in custom curly cuts and custom colors, promoting self-love and self-acceptance so clients can celebrate their healthy, natural hair.%u00a0Services for both new and returning clients include flat twists and two-strand twists, express curly cuts, customized curly cuts and a wash and define service. Clients can also add on a variety of services, including a blowout and a trim, True Enlightenment Scalp Scrub, color refresher toner, a nourishing hair mask treatment or a scalp rejuvenation treatment.Each service includes a consultation; for clients who only wish to talk, a $25 consultation is available to book, during which clients meet with a stylist to discuss hair, product or routine recommendations for themselves or a loved one, according to the website.Parents with children ages 6-12 can sign up for Kurlykoils%u2019 personalized 1-on-1 Children%u2019s Workshop, where they%u2019ll learn more about their child%u2019s hair by styling or assisting their child (age-dependent) with a stylist%u2019s help and tips. Parents will learn how to properly shampoo and condition, detangle and style their child%u2019s hair, along with product recommendations.Kurlykoils is dedicated to serving the Indianapolis community, but often has clients visit from surrounding cities and states, according to the website. Kurlykoils salon is located at 4151 Boulevard Place. For more information or to book an appointment, visit kurlykoils.com. To get in contact, email info@kurlykoils.com or call 317-974-9082Contact Arts & Culture Reporter Chloe McGowan at 317-762-7848. Follow her on X @chloe_mcgowanxx. If you would like your business highlighted by the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, email chloegm@indyrecorder.com.(Photo/Angela%u2019s Hair Design)(Photo/Divine Grace Fashion Hub website)Kurlykoils is a luxury curl salon in Indianapolis. (Photo provided/Kurlykoils via Facebook)By MALIK SIMONmaliks@indyrecorder.comSkilled US has launched a hands-on advanced manufacturing and robotics training program designed to prepare adults and opportunity youth for high-demand careers in modern production environments.The program provides workforce training aligned with current manufacturing needs, combining foundational instruction with real-world applications in automation, robotics and production systems. Participants train using a curriculum built around the MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) 4.0 credential.%u201cThe curriculum was paired well with what manufacturers needed,%u201d said Callaway Manley, an advanced manufacturing instructor.Participants complete training in four core areas: safety and workplace readiness; quality practices and measurement; manufacturing processes and production systems; and maintenance awareness and automation fundamentals. Training includes exposure to robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electrical systems and Industry 4.0 technologies.All participants earn Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 certification, with the option to pursue OSHA 30 and additional advanced credentials.%u201cMy confidence is through the roof ... because I have my OSHA10, I have all this training,%u201d stated Adairian Armstead, an advanced manufacturing participant.Graduates are prepared for entry-level and advancement roles such as production technician, manufacturing associate, CNC operator, quality technician and automation support technician.%u201cWe have an opportunity to close real gaps and create opportunities in the workforce,%u201d Tracey Jackson, vice president of Workforce Development at 16 Tech, said.This initiative supports Skilled US%u2019s mission to deliver industry-aligned training and create direct pathways to employment in advanced manufacturing sectors.For more information contact Skilled US at (463) 273-1115 or visit skilledus.org/indiana/.Contact Staff Writer Malik Simon at 317-762-7847.New Indy initiative focuses on robotics, manufacturing skills(Photo/Getty Images)