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Minority Business Highlight: Diverse Staffing

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Minority Business Highlight: Diverse Staffing

One Indianapolis-headquartered firm is redefining how companies and candidates connect. Diverse Staffing, founded in 1999 by Clyde Harris, has evolved from a local operation into a major player in the recruiting industry, driven by a philosophy that seamlessly integrates innovation with traditional values. 

Diverse Staffing distinguishes itself in a crowded market through its hybrid recruiting approach. This strategy combines digital sophistication with conventional insights, enabling the firm to effectively identify and engage top talent for a diverse range of clients. 

The company’s rise is rooted in a clear vision: to revolutionize the staffing industry by fostering enduring partnerships based on trust and mutual growth. Unlike agencies that rely solely on algorithms, Diverse Staffing emphasizes a people-first approach. The firm strives to build relationships founded on faith, family values and enduring friendships, creating a network where every individual and business can thrive. 

For businesses, the firm offers more than just headhunting. They are dedicated to enhancing clients’ staffing strategies and promoting a culture of ongoing advancement. By seamlessly blending digital technology with traditional recruitment tactics, they expertly qualify exceptional talent for a broad spectrum of industries. 

For job seekers, the company promises a path to empowerment, ensuring that the right talent is matched with the right opportunities. This dual focus allows them to cultivate an environment of continuous innovation and improvement, driving success for all parties involved. 

As the workforce continues to evolve, Diverse Staffing remains a steadfast pillar in the Indianapolis community, demonstrating that even in a digital age, business is still best conducted person-to-person. 

For more information on their services or to explore career opportunities, visit their website at diversestaffing.com. 

Contact Multi-Media & Senior Sports Reporter Noral Parham at 317-762-7846 or email at noralp@indyrecorder.com. For more, click here.

Minority Business Highlight: Enchanted Hearts Home Health

CHLOE McGOWAN
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Minority Business Highlight: Enchanted Hearts Home Health

Enchanted Hearts Home Health is a nurse-owned and operated personalized home care and home health agency serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas.

Founded by registered nurse Shawndra Quinn, Enchanted Hearts was created based on personal care experiences with her own loved ones. With more than two decades of medical expertise, Quinn wanted to create an agency that would act as “a bridge to a life of independence and comfort for your loved one,” according to the website.

“Our focus is on delivering practical solutions for those who wish to age in place, ensuring they can remain safe and content in their own homes,” the website states. “Our team, both in the office and in the field, is not only highly educated but also brings the compassion and dedication required to treat our clients like family.”

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Enchanted Hearts caregivers are trained in both home care and home health care. Home care, which includes non-medical services to support an individual’s daily activities, includes things like bathing, toileting, dressing, meal preparation, light housekeeping and transportation to appointments. 

Home health care involves skilled medical services provided by licensed professionals, such as nursing care, wound care, medication management, managing chronic illnesses, physical, occupational, or speech therapy post-surgery and monitoring vital signs.

Specialty care includes home dementia care, hospital and assisted living sitters and 24-hour live-in care in Indianapolis. Caregivers also provide CIH and FSW services to allow individuals with developmental disabilities to thrive in their own homes, according to the website.

Enchanted Hearts offers an adaptive care plan, allowing personalized care services to evolve as the client’s needs change. Interested clients can schedule a free home care assessment, where a professional care manager will answer questions and create a personalized care plan tailored to each client’s specific needs before matching them with a caregiver.

Enchanted Hearts accepts Medicaid, long-term care insurance and private pay to ensure their services are more accessible. 

Enchanted Hearts Home Health is headquartered at 650 N. Girls School Road, B20. The business proudly services Indianapolis, Plainfield, Zionsville, Brownsburg, Avon, Carmel, Greenwood, Beech Grove, Franklin and Fishers.

For more information about Enchanted Hearts Home Health services or to book a free consultation, visit enchantedheartsllc.com. To get in contact, call 800-239-1897 or email info@enchantedheartsll.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, click here.

Indy Chamber names Greg Stowers vice president of Local Government Affairs

Noral Parham
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Indy Chamber names Greg Stowers vice president of Local Government Affairs

The Indy Chamber has selected a seasoned civic leader to spearhead its local advocacy efforts. The organization announced on Dec. 15 the appointment of Greg Stowers as its new vice president of Local Government Affairs.  

Stowers brings more than a decade of experience in public policy and multi-sector collaboration to the role, where he will lead the Chamber’s strategy on local government issues. 

He joins the Chamber after serving as chief administrative officer and policy director for the Indianapolis City-County Council. In that capacity, he played a central role in shaping legislative priorities and managing operations for the city’s legislative body. 

“Greg brings deep experience, trusted relationships and a solutions-driven leadership style that will significantly strengthen the Chamber’s advocacy on behalf of the Indy region,” Chief of Staff at the Indy Chamber Taylor Hughes said. “His ability to translate policy into meaningful, community-centered outcomes makes him an invaluable addition to our team.” 

A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, Stowers has established a diverse career spanning the public, nonprofit and private sectors. His resume includes leadership positions at Ice Miller LLP, Kiwanis International and Leadership Indianapolis. 

His work consistently focuses on connecting communities to policy and innovation. Stowers describes himself as a collaborative leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and community impact. 

In his new position, Stowers focuses on advancing policy priorities that drive business competitiveness and inclusive economic growth. The role is critical for the Chamber as it works to shape a regional economy that leads the Midwest. 

Stowers’ commitment to civic engagement extends beyond his professional roles. He currently serves on the boards of Indy Hub, the Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation, Flanner House and Indianapolis Indians Charities. 

He also leads Hashtag Lunchbag Indianapolis, a volunteer initiative that addresses food insecurity. Under his leadership, the program has provided more than 40,000 meals to residents in need while educating volunteers about homelessness. 

Stowers is a graduate of Indiana State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. His accolades include being named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 class in 2023 and participating in the prestigious Stanley K. Lacy Executive Leadership Series. 

Contact Multi-Media & Senior Sports Reporter Noral Parham at 317-762-7846. Parham is the owner of @HorsemenSportsMedia. For more news, click here.

Minority Business Highlight: D’Vine Beauty Bar  

Hanna Rauworth
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Minority Business Highlight: D’Vine Beauty Bar  

D’Vine Beauty Bar — located at 3955 Eagle Creek Pkwy, Ste. B — is drawing attention as a full-service, Black-owned beauty destination for Indianapolis residents seeking nails, hair, waxing, and aesthetic care.  

The company promotes itself as a “one-stop” shop offering natural and acrylic manicures, pedicures, nail art, waxing, and haircare services, with additional offerings for skincare and aesthetic services. According to its profile on a local business directory, the salon also offers facials and waxing — expanding beyond just nails and hair to include holistic beauty services.  

(Photo/D’Vine Beauty Bar)

Clients describe the space as inviting, clean and accommodating. In a customer review, one client noted the pedicure she received was “very relaxing” and that “after several days my feet are still very soft.” Social media and directory listings highlight that D’Vine Beauty Bar welcomes walk-ins, making it an accessible choice for quick treatments and spontaneous visits.  

Owned and operated locally, the beauty bar serves a diverse clientele who appreciate having a range of beauty services under one roof — from nail care to hair styling to waxing. As interest grows in Black-owned and full-service salons in Indianapolis, D’Vine Beauty Bar appears poised to remain a strong local option for comprehensive beauty care. 

For more information on services, bookings, and hours, visit their official site at dvinebeautybar317.square.site. 

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, click here. 

Minority Business Highlight: Tiff’s Love Butta & Soulfood Seafood

MALIK SIMON
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Minority Business Highlight: Tiff’s Love Butta & Soulfood Seafood

Tiff’s Love Butta & Soulfood Seafood is a seafood restaurant with soul and exquisite taste. Healthy portions and great food that pleases the palate is the specialty of CEO and Chef, Tiffany Richmond.

The restaurant boasts a mouth-watering selection of well-known seafood favorites such as shrimp and grits alongside various seafood platters that are baked, not boiled. The rich flavors are baked into every dish giving them a familiar but nuanced taste.

As implied in the name, Richmond’s flavor profile also includes “unique, creamy, low carb, keto friendly butter for all people of all ages, that you can put on almost anything. it will make your food dance. every ounce of if is made with love,” according to the Tiff’s Love Butta Website.

Tiffany Richmond is the owner and CEO of Tiff’s Love Butta & Soulfood Seafood. (Photo provided/Tiffany Richmond)

This special ingredient was handcrafted by Richmond to provide a unique, healthy spin on the classic butter featured in standard seafood dishes. Being able to cook classics with a new spin still doesn’t stop this chef from developing her own delicious dishes.

Dishes such as the featured “Love Butta Love Chops” include lamb chops served alongside smothered potatoes and corn are on the menu for those with an appetite for something other than seafood.

The way Richmond operates her restaurant and treats her customers was inspired by her great grandmother who said, “Never let anyone leave your house hungry.”

Tiff’s Love Butta is located in the heart of Indianapolis’ downtown area on 1021 N. Pennsylvania St. in the Circle City Eats plaza. Tiff’s Love Butta – Crablegs, Seafood Delivery, Seafood, Crablegs

Staff Writer Malik Simon created this highlight. Contact him at 317-762-7847 or via email at maliks@indyrecorder.com. If you would like your business highlighted in the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, click here Indiana Minority Business Directory – Indiana’s Best Source for the Goods and Services You Need.

Minority Business Highlight: Telamon 

Noral Parham
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Minority Business Highlight: Telamon 

In the ever-evolving landscape of global connectivity, few companies can boast the longevity and adaptability of Telamon Corporation.  

What began as a bold venture by Albert and Margaret Chen in Indianapolis has blossomed into a massive enterprise headquartered just north of Indianapolis in Carmel. 

With a history stretching back to 1985, Telamon leverages decades of experience to solve complex problems in the telecommunications and industrial sectors. As a complete turn-key provider, the company specializes in executing large-scale and private network solutions for telecommunications carriers and enterprise clients. Their expertise allows them to design end-to-end solutions or address specific, single-point challenges within the industry. 

Beyond telecom, Telamon’s Industrial Solutions division plays a critical role in the global supply chain. The company supports suppliers by producing wire harnesses that power a variety of consumer home appliances and are integrated into vehicles from 30 major global automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs.) This division emphasizes customization and a zero-defect mindset, utilizing prototyping to ensure quality before large-scale production begins. 

The company’s growth has also spurred innovation and community support. Telamon Ventures serves as an incubator and investment studio, fostering innovative business ideas that drive meaningful impact. Additionally, the company addresses the demand for sustainable energy through Cheneco. This subsidiary offers flexible consulting and the installation of solar and microgrid solutions. 

Locally, the organization remains deeply rooted in the community through the Telamon Foundation. Established in 2014, the foundation supports the arts and education in areas where the company operates, aligning its funding with Telamon’s core values. 

Under the leadership of CEO Stanley Chen and Chairman Albert Chen, Telamon continues to bridge the gap between complex technology and human connection. 

For more information, visit telamon.com. 

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Multi-Media & Senior Sports Reporter Noral Parham created this highlight. Contact him at 317-762-7846 or email at noralp@indyrecorder.com. Parham is the owner of Horsemen Sports Media. If you would like your business featured, click here.

Minority Business Highlight: The Good Spot

CHLOE McGOWAN
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Minority Business Highlight: The Good Spot

Omar Hasan opened his neighborhood bar and restaurant, The Good Spot, in early 2023 after retiring from the U.S. Navy. 

Situated on the outskirts of Fountain Square, Hasan’s dream for The Good Spot was to be “the type of place you want to come and the bartender remembers you by name,” according to the website.

Hasan always wanted to come back to Indy, and said his restaurant felt like a “home away from home,” where it was easy to meet new people who quickly became good friends. Now, The Good Spot aims to be a place where the community can gather for good food, good drinks and good people, the website states.

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The menu is designed to feature “something for everyone” — from tater tots to grilled salmon, wings, hot dogs, salads, flatbread pizzas, burgers and more. The Good Spot also offers a breakfast menu, kids’ menu, specialized cocktails and dessert options.

The Good Spot is a cashless establishment, but it accepts credit cards, Cash App and Apple Pay. They also offer a 10% discount to military personnel, EMS and police.

The Good Spot is located at 2023 Southeastern Ave. For more information or to view the menu, visit indygspot.com. To request an order for pick up, call 317-943-9111.

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, click here.

Minority Business Highlight: Black Lotus Hair Company  

Hanna Rauworth
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Minority Business Highlight: Black Lotus Hair Company  

Located at 2456 Lake Circle Drive in Indianapolis, Black Lotus Hair Company is a full-service hair, beauty and body salon that caters to both men and women.  

The salon offers a broad and versatile menu of services — from haircuts, coloring, natural-hair styling, braiding, twisting, and loc work, to lash extensions, waxing, facials, skin treatments, and even body-sculpting and other non-invasive cosmetic treatments.  

Black Lotus promotes itself as a “one-stop” destination where clients can receive personalized care tailored to their beauty and lifestyle needs, all in an environment that strives to be professional, welcoming, and relaxing. 

The salon’s team includes a diverse roster of stylists, barbers, braiders and estheticians — enabling it to serve a wide range of hair types and grooming needs. Customer reviews highlight the staff’s skill and friendliness.  One recent client praised their “wig install” service and the staff’s passion and professionalism. Others have described the atmosphere as welcoming and inclusive, noting that the salon offers “pretty much any type of hair service you can think of.”  

(Photo/Black Lotus Hair Company)

Black Lotus Hair Company also emphasizes continued education and professional development for its team, aiming to stay current with trends in hair care, protective styling, and cosmetic treatments. The salon’s focus on expanding its service offerings and investing in updated equipment reflects its goal of remaining a competitive and comprehensive beauty destination for Indianapolis residents. 

For more information and to read about their services, visit blacklotushair.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, click here. 

Minority Business Highlight: Makangels Beauty Salon

MALIK SIMON
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Minority Business Highlight: Makangels Beauty Salon

Makangels, a Black and woman– owned business, is a unisex beauty salon that offers several services ranging from hairdressing to nail services, that operates out of the Indianapolis-Greenwood area. This cutting-edge salon specializes in the latest techniques and trends such as ombre color, manicure, facials and more. This salon is spearheaded by a husband-and-wife team led by Angela Ukusare, the owner and master stylist, and her husband/Co-Owner, Mak.

The salon professional staff seek to fulfill their customers’ beauty and styling needs by offering cutting-edge technology coupled with attentive service. Makangels offers services for skin-care and cryo -treatment.

Angela Ukusare, Owner/Master Stylist(Photo)

Makangels Beauty Salon focuses on providing their clients with a premium beauty experience by using high-end hair and beauty products to give every client the look they desire.

Ukusare is a Redken Certified Colorist and licensed cosmetologist with over 15 years of professional experience. This experience has allowed Angela to stay attuned to current industry and beauty trends that have grown over time.

“Understanding the challenges of hair health, volume, and treatments, I offer professional solutions to make you look fabulous,” Ukusare. “My goal is to provide a pleasant and relaxing experience, ensuring you look and feel your best.” (Angela Ukusare, Owner/Master Stylist.

 Learn more about the business by calling 317-743-8361or visiting their website at https://www.makangelsbeauty.com/.

Staff Writer Malik Simon created this highlight. Contact him at 317-762-7847 or via email at maliks@indyrecorder.com. If you would like your business highlighted in the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, click here Indiana Minority Business Directory – Indiana’s Best Source for the Goods and Services You Need.

Minority Business Highlight: Plate It Up! Catering

Noral Parham
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Minority Business Highlight: Plate It Up! Catering

Plate It Up! Catering is a minority and woman-owned culinary business founded by Felicia Grady in Indianapolis.  

Born from a deeply personal need, the company specializes in providing safe, home-cooked meals for individuals with severe food allergies. This niche addresses a critical gap in the food service industry. 

Grady launched the venture out of concern for her child, who has allergies to peanuts, tree nuts and shellfish. Fearing for her child’s safety when he left for college, Grady dedicated herself to preparing meals in a controlled, allergen-free environment. This family-inspired mission is now the cornerstone of her business, which offers reliable, pre-packaged meals that clients can trust. 

(Photo via official Plate It Up! Catering)
Owner Felicia Grady. (Photo via official Plate It Up! Catering)

The service offers clients flexibility and peace of mind, providing multiple meals that can be easily refrigerated or frozen. This model is particularly valuable to students, busy families and anyone managing severe dietary restrictions.  

Grady’s work ensures that individuals with allergies do not have to compromise on safety or quality in their daily nutrition. 

By turning a personal challenge into a community-focused solution, Plate It Up! Catering exemplifies how entrepreneurial vision can directly address unmet health and wellness needs. Learn more about the business by calling 317-0658-5927 or visiting their website at plateitupcatering.net. 

Multi-Media & Senior Sports Reporter Noral Parham created this highlight. Contact him at 317-762-7846 or via email at noralp@indyrecorder.com. If you would like your business highlighted in the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, click here. 

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