When businesses open up, it’s expected they will endure financial losses in the first year. But what happens when the new business is forced to close down after two months of opening? Inspired Minds Arts Center in Buda has taken that hit, yet is finding new ways to persevere.
“When we closed our doors, I think that Susan and I were feeling lost and upset and like this might be the end,” said Sinéad Whiteside, co-owner of Inspired Minds. “But you can’t give up, we had to pivot like a lot of businesses were doing.”
This brand-new business, located at Buda’s old city hall, opened its doors in January to teach and share art with the community. And although the owners had to close 6 weeks after the grand opening, they found two new methods to support their work so they can survive the economic havoc of the coronavirus.
