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Minority Business Highlight: Foster’s Café & Catering 

CHLOE McGOWAN
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Minority Business Highlight: Foster’s Café & Catering 

Regular customers may recognize some old favorites on the new Foster’s Café and Catering’s menu.  

Foster’s Café and Catering, run by award-winning Hoosier chef Brady Foster, hosted the soft launch of its new food truck at Arts for Lawrence on March 15, 2026. Formerly known as Circle City Soups Lawrence, Foster has taken the lead at the Ivy Tech restaurant location, making this business venture his own, according to the website. 

Foster’s Café and Catering offers a diverse selection of food across its cafe, food truck and catering services. The cafe menu includes a variety of salads, soups, sandwiches, rice bowls and loaded fries in addition to daily menu specials and food truck location and hours, which are updated on the Foster’s Café and Catering Facebook page. 

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The catering menu is more expansive, ranging from breakfast, lunch and buffet menus to boxed lunches, a taco and nacho bar, seasoned rice bowls, cheese grits, sliders, hors d’oeuvres, and beverages. There’s also an executive menu option that features elevated meats, such as ribeye steak, salmon, cod, and lobster, and sides like seafood macaroni and cheese, broccolini and French green beans. 

For catering clients, Foster’s also offers delivery and drop-off services in addition to set-up and staffed buffet services. 

Foster’s Café and Catering is located inside Ivy Tech Community College, 9301 E. 59th St. Follow along for updates on the food truck at facebook.com/fosterscatering.  

For catering inquiries, contact Chef Charlie Chapel at charlie@fosterscafecatering.com. For more information or to view the menu, visit forsterscafeandcatering.com.  

Contact 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. 

Minority Business Highlight: AD & B LLC  

Hanna Rauworth
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Minority Business Highlight: AD & B LLC  

AD & B LLC is a multi-service property management and cleanup solutions company focused on helping residential and commercial clients manage real estate challenges and maintain clean, functional spaces. The business combines traditional property management support with practical site services like dumpster rental to offer flexible, cost-effective solutions for a variety of needs.  

At its core, AD & B LLC provides comprehensive property management services designed to give investors and landlords peace of mind. The team handles essential day-to-day responsibilities, including addressing tenant concerns, collecting rent, coordinating property showings, and screening potential renters. By overseeing these ongoing tasks, the company allows property owners to focus on growing their portfolios or pursuing other priorities without the administrative burden that often comes with rental management.  

Beyond property oversight, AD & B LLC offers reliable dumpster rental services that support both residential cleanup and commercial projects. Their rental fleet includes dumpsters suited for a range of cleanup needs — from partial residential and business cleanouts to debris removal on construction sites. With competitive pricing, prompt delivery and a focus on customer satisfaction, the dumpster rental division aims to make waste disposal straightforward and efficient for clients.  

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In addition, the company’s website features a “Listing Leaders” section that connects users with real estate resources and available properties in the Northwest Indiana region, expanding its value as a community resource.  

Whether you’re a property investor seeking reliable management or planning a property cleanup project, AD & B LLC combines hands-on service with flexible offerings to meet diverse needs. Learn more at adbllcmanagement.com. 

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, please email newsroom@indyrecorder.com. 

Minority Business Highlight: Teal Canary Art Studio

MALIK SIMON
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Minority Business Highlight: Teal Canary Art Studio

The Teal Canary Art Studio has provided Hoosiers with a creative space offering events and artistic inspiration since 2013. The studio offers services such as private lessons and open or private group events.

Amy Barile is the owner and resident artist at Teal Canary Art Studio. Barile earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Indiana State University in 1997 and has been an artist for more than 30 years. The studio now serves as her gallery, where her artwork is displayed and available for purchase.

“I am blessed that I can partner my love of painting with my deep desire to be involved, reach or help people in my community,” Barile said. “The opportunities have been given to me in many forms; philanthropy, home-school teaching, fundraising and now through this creative studio, Teal Canary. Seeing each student bring their visions to life is something that I cherish each and every day.”

The studio can accommodate up to 30 artists at a time, giving guests ample room to complete their pieces.

The Teal Canary Art Studio is at 199 N Madison Avenue SH1. For more information visit https://www.tealcanary.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. 

Minority Business Highlight: Screll Fresh 

Noral Parham
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Minority Business Highlight: Screll Fresh 

A local company is reimagining how we experience the spaces we inhabit, one distinctive scent at a time. 

Screll Fresh LLC, based in downtown Indianapolis, has developed a line of room deodorizers and air fresheners designed to do more than mask odors. The company’s fragrances aim to transform environments — whether in cars, homes or workplaces — into spaces people genuinely enjoy occupying. 

“From the first whiff a mental debate ensues as to whether one has been missing out on the various ways aromas can enhance an environment,” the company’s website states. 

Screll Fresh offers a diverse lineup of scents, each priced at $12.50 per unit. The collection includes fragrances designed to evoke specific feelings and atmospheres: 

Whiff Appeal delivers tropical island vibes with citrusy notes reminiscent of exotic beaches. Toasted Coconut offers a dominating citrusy freshness. Blue Diamond provides an exquisitely plush, exotic fragrance. 

For those seeking something more playful, Blue Razz Bubble Blast brings a sweet, candy-laden, juicy fragrance that evokes nostalgic candy shop memories. Sugar Candy Fusion offers a tantalizing cotton candy rush that stimulates childhood treat cravings. 

Other offerings include Miami Beach Water, described as a “vacay” fragrance that magically whisks users away into a sexy vibe, and Melanated Cucumber, a fresh scent with succulent, tantalizing stimulation. 

Screll Fresh focuses on customer experience. The company emphasizes professional customer service, with staff prepared to assist via email or phone should any issues arise. 

The company also offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee, encouraging customers to reach out with questions about products or shipping. 

Based at 49 West Maryland Street in downtown Indianapolis, Screll Fresh LLC serves customers through its website and welcomes phone inquiries. Business hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with weekend orders accepted online or by phone. 

For bulk orders, the company requests that customers allow three to five business days for processing. 

Screll Fresh invites customers to join their mailing list for 10% off their first purchase, offering an entry point into what the company describes as “the ultimate odor eliminator” experience. 

Screll Fresh LLC is a minority-owned business serving Indianapolis and beyond. For more information or to explore their full fragrance collection, visit screllfresh.com. 

Multimedia Reporter Noral Parham created this highlight. If you would like your business highlighted in the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, contact him at 317-762-7846 or email at noralp@indyrecorder.com. 

Minority Business Highlight: UniqueLee Creations

CHLOE McGOWAN
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Minority Business Highlight: UniqueLee Creations

Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, UniqueLee Creations is a custom bling shoe business encouraging people to “feel unique.”

Founded by Jillian Lee in 2018, UniqueLee Creations was born out of a fascination with sparkling, blinged-out phone cases. Lee’s interest quickly turned into curiosity about whether she could make them herself, eventually leading her to spend time in Facebook craft groups and gather materials. In no time, Lee was taking custom orders from social media.

By 2023, Lee pivoted to designing custom bling shoes with the vision to “transform everyday sneakers into bold statement pieces that allow people to stand out with confidence.” She also began teaching others how to master the craft themselves via online and in-person classes, according to the website.

“After five years of perfecting my craft designing for clients, even Oprah, and inspiring others, I’m proud of how far UniqueLee Creations has come,” Lee states on the website. “From custom shoes to rhinestone supplies and teaching, this journey has been about passion, creativity and connecting with others who love sparkle as much as I do.”

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UniqueLee Creations offers a variety of products and services that reflect clients’ individuality, allowing them to make a lasting impression and “no option but to stand out feeling unique,” the website states. 

Every pair of custom bling shoes is handcrafted with “luxury, love and that one-of-a-kind sparkle that makes you stand out feeling unique,” according to the website. Bling shoes can be customized for any number of reasons, including birthdays, weddings, anniversaries or special events. Clients can also select one of the “most-loved” designs from the online shop.

Shoes, usually Converse or Avia, are provided. However, clients are encouraged to contact the business if they’d like to send in a pair of their own shoes to be bedazzled.

Custom orders typically take 2-4 weeks and can be shipped worldwide. Pricing starts at around $225 and increases based on design, shoe style, and level of customization — such as type of rhinestone, ribbons and charms, according to the website.

Bling shoes are the highlight of the business, but UniqueLee Creations also offers online and in-person classes on how to bling your own shoes, e-book guides and DIY Bling kits. Clients can also purchase glass rhinestones, resin rhinestones and various rhinestone tools to work on projects at home.

For more information about UniqueLee Creations or to order online, visit uniqueleecreations.com. To get in contact, email jillianlee@uniqueleecreations.com or call 260-258-6525.

Contact 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.

Minority Business Highlight: Navis Pack & Ship  

Hanna Rauworth
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Minority Business Highlight: Navis Pack & Ship  

Navis Pack & Ship in Indianapolis is a full-service packing, crating and shipping center known for handling items that many traditional carriers can’t or won’t take on. Located at 3333 N Franklin Road, this locally owned and operated franchise offers tailored logistics solutions for both residential customers and businesses throughout Indianapolis and Central Indiana, such as Carmel, Fishers, Greenwood and surrounding communities.  

Specializing in difficult-to-ship goods, Navis Pack & Ship tackles everything from fine art, antiques and furniture to delicate electronics, medical equipment, machinery and industrial assets. Whether you are preparing a single fragile heirloom for a long journey or coordinating a complex commercial shipment, the team provides customized packing and professional crating designed to protect items throughout transit.  

What sets this business apart is its use of advanced packing techniques and quality materials developed through decades of experience. Their services include custom wooden crates built to specification, foam-in-place cushioning, blocking and bracing, furniture wrap, palletizing, and options for both on-site and off-site crating. Declared value coverage and destination delivery options — including white glove service for residential placements — give customers added peace of mind.  

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Navis also offers flexible pickup and delivery services throughout the U.S. and Canada, making it a strong choice for local moves, international shipments and specialized logistical projects. With a reputation for comprehensive service and reliable handling, this Indianapolis location aims to simplify even the most challenging shipping needs. 

Learn more at gonavis.com/location/home/indianapolis/in18009. 

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, please email newsroom@indyrecorder.com. 

Minority Business Highlight: Touch A Soul Massage Therapy

CHLOE McGOWAN
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Minority Business Highlight: Touch A Soul Massage Therapy

Massage therapist Kobie Johnson started Touch a Soul Massage Therapy in 2021 to help Hoosiers find healing and restore balance in their bodies.

With more than two decades of experience as a licensed massage therapist, Johnson’s practice focuses specifically on holistic wellness — or “healing the mind, body and spirit.” Johnson also has a professional background in social work, life coaching and as a surgical tech and aims to create an environment built on respect, care and empathy at Touch a Soul, providing his clients with skillful and intuitive services from deep tissue to deep relaxation, according to the website.

“I’m passionate about helping people find pain relief and experience real healing through the art of massage therapy,” Johnson states on the website. “Massages shouldn’t all be the same, because people aren’t all the same; each session with me is tailored to your specific needs and concerns.”

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Touch a Soul offers 60-minute, 90-minute and 120-minute massage therapy sessions, each of which can be customized to meet individual client needs. Johnson specializes in deep-tissue massage therapy but also offers a softer Swedish-style massage. 

In the last two years, Johnson has introduced CranioSacral Therapy to his offerings to expand his abilities and help clients reach deeper, broader healing within their bodies, according to the website.

Touch a Soul is located at the Milestone Physical Therapy building at Fort Ben, 9135 Harrison Park Ct. Discounts are available for teachers, social workers and military members. 

For more information or to book an appointment, visit touchasoulwellness.com. To get in contact, call 317-701-8005.

Contact 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.

Minority Business Highlight: Circle City Sweets 

MALIK SIMON
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Minority Business Highlight: Circle City Sweets 

Circle City Sweets is a French style bakery located in the AMP at 16 Tech Innovation District.  

This bakery was the brainchild of owner Cindy Hawkins. Circle City Sweets serves their sweet treats from their shop, as well as the Carmel Farmers Market and various local shops and cafes such as Calvin Fletcher’s Coffee Company, Quills Coffee and Neidhammer Coffee Co. 

Croissants, scones and cookies are a few of the pastry shop’s handcrafted baked goods. Daily cake flavors provide customers with a fresh selection of new and seasonal options. 

Circle City Sweets is at 1220 Waterway Blvd. inside the AMP at 16 Tech Innovative District. For more information visit https://www.circlecitysweets.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. 

Minority Business Highlight: Big Benz BBQ

Noral Parham
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Minority Business Highlight: Big Benz BBQ

The aroma of hickory smoke and slow-cooked meat has become a familiar welcome at the intersection of 62nd Street and Michigan Road, where Big Benz BBQ has established itself as a destination for authentic, minority-owned barbecue on Indianapolis’ northwest side. 

The mobile eatery, operating from its distinctive food truck, has built a loyal following by focusing on what truly matters: quality ingredients, authentic preparation and generous portions. While the business may be mobile, its roots in the community run deep. 

“Big Benz BBQ is more than just a food truck; it’s a passion project that brings together the love for BBQ and the joy of sharing delicious meals with our community,” the business shares on its website. 

Big Benz BBQ specializes in smoked meats prepared with sophisticated smoking techniques and a proprietary blend of seasonings. From tender brisket and pulled pork to smoked chicken and ribs, each item spends hours in the smoker, emerging with the signature pink smoke ring and tender texture that signals barbecue done right. 

Customers can find the Big Benz BBQ truck at its regular spot near the busy intersection, serving lunch and dinner crowds drawn by word-of-mouth and the irresistible scent of smoking meat that wafts through the neighborhood on operating days. 

As a minority-owned enterprise, Big Benz BBQ represents the entrepreneurial spirit that drives Indianapolis’ diverse business community. The operation demonstrates that food trucks are not merely alternative dining options but vital small businesses that create jobs, activate public spaces and contribute to the city’s cultural fabric. 

The business maintains an active presence through its website and social media, where followers can check locations, hours and daily specials. For a mobile operation, staying connected with customers is essential, and Big Benz has embraced that connection wholeheartedly. 

Those craving authentic smoked meats can find Big Benz BBQ at its regular Indianapolis location near 62nd Street and Michigan Road. For the most up-to-date information on hours, specials and any location changes, visit bigbenzbbq.com. 

Contact Multimedia Reporter Noral Parham at 317-762-7846 or noralp@indyrecorder.com if you would like your business highlighted in the Indiana Minority Business Magazine.

Minority Business Highlight: Dieudonne Foundation 

Hanna Rauworth
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Minority Business Highlight: Dieudonne Foundation 

The Dieudonne Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rooted in Indianapolis dedicated to fostering health, education and empowerment for individuals in underserved and special communities. Its mission focuses on reducing barriers to essential care and resources, especially for those facing language challenges, poverty and systemic inequities. 

Central to the foundation’s work is its culturally responsive EQuiMama program, which provides doula training and certification geared toward supporting women throughout prenatal, labor, postpartum, and newborn care. The foundation equips bilingual caregivers with the skills and knowledge to deliver compassionate, culturally sensitive support, helping expectant families navigate maternal health journeys with dignity and confidence. In addition to training, the organization offers transportation assistance to medical appointments and support for families experiencing premature birth and loss, addressing key obstacles that can prevent access to care. 

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The Dieudonne Foundation also hosts workshops and community-focused events that promote education and awareness, while advocating for equitable maternal and family health outcomes. By partnering with local groups and relying on volunteers, the foundation strives to make a lasting impact by connecting underserved residents with the tools and support they need to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives. 

Support for the foundation comes from grants, donations, and fundraising activities that help sustain its direct services and community outreach. Those interested in partnering or contributing can contact the organization through its website to learn more about upcoming initiatives and how to get involved. 

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For contact and additional information about programs, visit DieudonneFoundation.org. 

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, please email newsroom@indyrecorder.com. 

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