MIK & Co. Ventures
About Me
Hello! My name is Lusia (pronounced Lu-C-ah), but you can call me Lu! I’m an entrepreneurial advisor who loves helping businesses thrive, but when I’m not working, you can find me skiing down mountains, eating great food, or exploring new cultures. So far I’ve visited 35 countries and have loved every minute of it! I also work full-time in the healthcare administration space and hold a degree in Information Systems from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and an MBA with a focus on International Business from the University of Colorado. When I’m home and off the clock, I love hanging out with my husband of 13 years, our two cats, Jerrie and Simba, and checking in or visiting my fun-loving nieces and nephew!
Entrepreneurial Experience
With over 25 years of entrepreneurial and corporate experience, I’ve dedicated my career to building and scaling businesses across different industries. I own BGH Holdings, which includes five businesses such as Aviate Inn and MIK & Co. Ventures. I’m also a Co-Founder of Hall’s on 5th and SG5 Enterprises. My journey as an entrepreneur has been fueled by a love for innovation and a the constant thirst for a deeper understanding of market dynamics. I thrive in connecting big-picture strategies with practical, hands-on execution. My mission is simple: to help people turn their ideas into reality and get the entrepreneurs who are stressed and at their wits end, back on track!
As the founder of MIK & Co. Ventures, I focus on guiding individuals through the startup and growth phases (0-5 years) of their entrepreneurial journey and in special circumstances I will work with established businesses. I offer one-on-one support, personalized strategies, and actionable advice that equips business owners with the tools and information they need to tackle the challenges of starting or scaling their businesses. It’s not just about success for me; it’s about helping others thrive in today’s competitive landscape and realize that scarcity is a mindset and not reality.
I’m also a passionate advocate for entrepreneurship and a thought leader. I often share my insights at workshops, seminars, and events, because I believe that through collaboration and shared knowledge, we can build a more inclusive and empowered entrepreneurial community. If you’re looking to take your business to the next level, I’m here to help you do it with confidence, clarity, and a solid plan.
Mission
My mission is to help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of starting and growing a business by offering strategic guidance, practical tools, and a supportive community.
I specialize in assisting individuals who have founded or own micro-businesses (e.g., 0-9 employees) to overcome challenges such as ineffective business planning, branding difficulties, and lack of confidence, while providing resources that accelerate their entrepreneurial journey and increase their chances of long-term success.
Vision
My vision is to build a community where entrepreneurs, no matter their starting point, have the confidence, knowledge, and resources to create successful, sustainable businesses through expert guidance, practical tools, and a supportive environment.
My Story
“YOU CAN, YOU SHOULD, AND IF YOU’RE BRAVE ENOUGH TO START, YOU WILL.” —STEPHEN KING
The Roaming Entrepreneur Incubator (T.R.E.I.©)
T.R.E.I.© is designed to serve individuals starting a business and entrepreneurs navigating the startup or growth stages. It offers a supportive environment where ideas are exchanged, thoughtful feedback is provided, lasting connections are formed, and vital support is given and received throughout the entrepreneurial journey.
When I founded my first business at 19, a website development company called Mustard Seed Development, friends would often asked me how they could start their own ventures. Over the years, I’ve guided many individuals through launching their businesses, refining their models and plans, overcoming challenges, and providing them with personal access to me as their Entrepreneurial Advisor and my network.
As I started more businesses and they grew, my time became more limited and I knew I needed a way to support entrepreneurs more efficiently and on a larger scale. So, in 2023, with encouragement from my friends, I transformed my experience, knowledge, and extensive network of entrepreneurs and business associates into a hands-on, “one-stop-shop” concept called The Roaming Entrepreneur Incubator, or T.R.E.I.© [pronounced "Try"].
T.R.E.I.© helps simplify the business startup process with clear, step-by-step guidance you can actually use. Whether it’s through participating in my one of my communities, scheduling a one-on-one session, attending one of my workshops, or utilizing my guidebook Profit Pursuit: The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Starting a Business, you’ll get answers to the important questions like: What do I need to do? Why does it matter? When should I get it done? How do I make it happen?
Imagine no longer wasting time searching for information or tracking down the right person for help.
I offer down-to-earth, real-world advice based on over 25 years of experience, giving members practical guidance and insights they can actually use to grow their businesses.
01 Knowledge and Expertise
My network gives members easy access to industry pros, offering real chances to collaborate, learn, and grow their businesses with the right connections.
02 Access to My Network
I keep my members on track with regular check-ins, personalized feedback, and by making sure they stay focused on their goals. Accountability here means real progress!
03 Accountability
I provide my members with exclusive resources, including actionable templates, tools, and guides that simplify business planning, scaling, and everyday decision-making for entrepreneurs.
04 Access to My Resources
I help members avoid costly mistakes by providing actionable advice and hands-on support, guiding them through business decisions with clarity to keep them on the right track.
05 Avoid Costly Mistakes
I provide honest, real-time validation and feedback to my members, helping them fine-tune their ideas and strategies with practical, actionable insights they can immediately apply.
06 Validation and Feedback
Why Everyone's Eager to T.R.E.I.©!
I reached out to my active members, and these are the top benefits they’ve highlighted.