Business Success Story


Scott and Truanna Nickel turned their dream of operating a bed and breakfast and catering business into a reality. A converted dairy barn housed their business and their home. Then disaster struck when the barn flooded. They were ready to give up on both businesses and go work for someone else, when they met Deb Payne. Deb helped them analyze their dream, strengths and challenges. She helped them review their financials and tally the resources available to them. Step-by-step, they restored their kitchen, found another place to live, and today they continue to operate the business they love.

"We were reaching a point where the business wasn't fun anymore. We had problems with financiaScott & Truanna Nickell software and staff interactions. We found Deb Payne during these tough times. With her extreme wisdom and profound knowledge, and her understanding of our small business, we were able to work through those problems by finding and implementing some unique solutions. In some cases, it was simply a conversation and brainstorming, much like the conversations you have with a mentor or valued teacher."

Scott & Truanna Nickel,
Brickyard Barn
Catering & Event Planning