SBDC News, Success Stories & More
4th Phase Technologies: Advancing Water Innovation Through Research and Resilience
The Butterfly Effect Studio for Training, founded by Walter Sellers in Middletown in 2023, was created to provide a private, supportive fitness environment focused on strength, wellness, and longevity for adults 37 and older. With a science-backed approach, small group training, and a highly personalized 4:1 client-to-trainer ratio, the studio quickly built a loyal community—achieving an impressive 90% client retention rate while helping clients thrive both physically and mentally.
As demand grew, Walter partnered with the Delaware SBDC and advisor Troy Farmer to thoughtfully plan the studio’s next phase of growth. Through strategic business planning, Walter developed a roadmap to expand into a larger facility opening in late 2025, while also laying the groundwork for future locations. That intentional approach paid off when The Butterfly Effect Studio was named the Grand Prize Winner of Swim With The Sharks in 2025—highlighting the strength of the business model and its impact in the community.
Cosmos Rx Secures Funding to Advance Medication Safety with FortisKap
Cosmos Rx is advancing medication safety through innovative technology designed to improve patient adherence, strengthen care coordination, and deliver better health outcomes. With new state funding and continued momentum, the Delaware-based company is well positioned to grow its impact in the healthcare technology space.
Powering a Greener Future: OmniPotential’s Momentum in EV Charging
OmniPotential Energy Partners is accelerating EV adoption in Delaware with its innovative, cost-effective Curbstar charging platform, expanding access to clean transportation where it’s needed most. With support from the Delaware SBDC, the company is turning early traction into real momentum and driving a more sustainable future.
Money Matters: Where Small Businesses Find Funding
DECEmber 2025 | Delaware SBDC Finding Funding for your Small Business Money matters – entrepreneurs throughout Delaware are on the hunt for sustainable funding. For
Oceeto’s Care’digan™ Wraps Moms in Innovation and Support
Founded by Andrea and Austin Hess, Oceeto is bringing practical style and heartfelt innovation to caregivers everywhere—starting right here in Delaware. What began as one mom’s frustrating experience during the newborn phase became the inspiration behind their first product: The Care’digan™, a patented, multipurpose cardigan designed with busy caregivers in mind. Built from soft, absorbent rib knit and featuring magnetic closures and deep pockets, The Care’digan™ was created to comfortably and quickly cover the entire upper body—eliminating the guesswork of where messes might land. With a design that’s as practical as it is polished, it helps moms move through the day with confidence and ease.
LisenID announces collaboration with Mayo Clinic to advance early cancer diagnostics
With the recent opening of two locations, Nourish Markets is making history by opening the first stores in Delaware offering 100% autonomous checkout technology.