June 27, 2026

Stu Petch White Dog Ink

Stu's entrepreneurial journey is one of determination, creativity, and hard work. Originally from England, Stu's path took him from the Cayman Islands to Rochester, where he transformed a small screen-printing setup in his attic into a thriving custom apparel and embroidery business serving Rochester and the surrounding communities.

Today, White Dog Ink produces everything from one-of-a-kind custom pieces to large-scale orders for local businesses, organizations, and events. We'll talk with Stu about building a business from the ground up, the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, supporting local businesses, and his exciting new apparel ventures, Honey Beenies and GooseDog Disc Golf.

Anthony Caruso  Artist

Anthony's story is one of courage, transformation, and purpose. After years in the corporate medical sales industry, he made the life-changing decision to embrace recovery in 2018. Through that journey, he discovered that painting was more than a hobby—it became a source of healing, gratitude, and personal growth.

In 2021, Anthony took a leap of faith, leaving behind a successful corporate career to pursue art full-time. Today, his work reflects the beauty of second chances, the power of resilience, and the lessons learned through life's challenges.

Lauren Coe founder of One Soldier at a Time

Lauren Coe is a dedicated Sales Director with Mary Kay and the founder of One Soldier at a Time, an organization devoted to supporting and encouraging the brave men and women who serve our country. Through her work, Lauren has made it her mission to inspire others, empower individuals to reach their full potential, and make a positive impact in her community.

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