HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The owners of the new Scooter’s Coffee in Hutchinson recently received a check from two local agencies to help fund their new business endeavor.

Jessica and Justin Gillette received a check for $45,000 from Reno County E-Partners. With the help of Reno County E-Partners and the Quest Center for Entrepreneurs, the Gillette’s were able to establish Scooter’s at 30th and Plum.

“Reno County is on the way to becoming an Entrepreneurial Hub. There are many resources
available for entrepreneurs and small businesses in the county and the Quest Center for Entrepreneurs has stepped up our game,” Dave Dukart, Director of the Quest Center and member of the Entrepreneurial Task Force, said. “Reno County E-Partners and the Quest Center for Entrepreneurs are dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and small businesses start or expand their business by consulting, education and having local funds available for gap financing.”

The Quest Center has been involved in funding similar projects, including Reffner’s on Main Street.

For more information about the Quest Center or Reno County E-Partners, please contact the
Quest Center at (620) 665-8468.