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2012 Finalist: Central Wisconsin School of Ballet, Wausau, WI

Central Wisconsin School of Ballet brings art and culture to an area known for football, dairy farms, and beer.

Waltraud Karkar, Founder and Director

The Central Wisconsin School of Ballet offers nationally acclaimed dance instruction, performance opportunities, and world-class training for dancers of all ages and abilities.

This is part of the Drive Your Business Forward series sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.

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Meet Our Panel of Small Business Experts

This year, Fast Company and Mercedes-Benz have invited three small business advocates, experts, and entrepreneurs to provide insights and commentary on the Drive Your Business Forward Reader's Choice Award nominees.

Amber Mac

Konnekt Digital Entertainment

Amber Mac

Amber Mac is a well-known technology and social media speaker, bestselling author, and the President of Konnekt Digital Engagement. She started her career at Razorfish San Francisco during the dot-come boom and has ever since been on the cutting edge of all things digital.
Harley Finkelstein

Shopify

Harley Finkelstein

Harley Finkelstein is an entrepreneur, lawyer, and the Chief Platform Officer (CPO) at Shopify. He has a background in startups and eCommerce, and started his first company at age 17 while a student at McGill. Harley serves as a mentor and advisor to a number of entrepreneurial organizations and incubators, including Founder Fuel, Extreme Ventures, and Invest Ottawa.
Suhyun Pak

Hester Street Fair

Suhyun Pak

Suhyun Pak is the co-founder and Managing Partner of the Hester Street Fair (HSF) brands. Hester Street Fair is a hybrid incubator and launching pad for small, independent businesses and artists specializing in unique handmade goods and artisanal food. Hundreds of vendors rotate over 60 spaces every Saturday and Sunday to create one of the most dynamic outdoor markets in New York City.