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A business venture originally meant to be a hobby has changed the course of a Lower Burrell woman’s life and brought her unexpected financial support.
Nicole Waltenbaugh, 35, has been awarded a $25,000 EmpowerHER Grant sponsored by the Pittsburgh Penguins and the 84 Lumber LIFT (Leading & Inspiring Females to Thrive) program. The contest was open to women who own businesses and Waltenbaugh was one of over 1,100 nominees.
Waltenbaugh owns Curly Tail Coffee, which during the pandemic has operated out of a restored trailer parked in her native Kittanning. She also has an Etsy shop online and ships coffee products all over the U.S. and internationally.