Meet the 2024-25 Honorees
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In recognition of the 30th Anniversary of Rocket Arena, UPS and the Cleveland Cavaliers partnered to amplify and support entrepreneurs in the greater Cleveland community. Local in the Land delivered by UPS recognizes six small businesses each season who have shown that hard work and dedication are the keys to set your business up for success. Small businesses are the foundation of “The Land”, and UPS and the Cleveland Cavaliers are proud to deliver what matters for these entrepreneurs.
XHIBITION is the premier Midwest destination for contemporary men's fashion and exclusive footwear. With three locations including one in the heart of downtown Cleveland, XHIBITION seeks to create a total sensory experience through art, design and fashion. They offer a curated selection of apparel from emerging designers and luxury brands as well as host commissioned exhibitions and special events like, The Block – a curated market featuring local brands and small businesses designed to bring the community together.
XHIBITION - 2025 Honoree
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LOCAL IN THE LAND DELIVERS
UPS and the Cleveland Cavaliers teamed up to visit to a local business to showcase their unstoppable driver and commitment to the community. While they were there, Austin Carr and Ahmaad Crump helped to deliver a surprise to support their business goals.
DIY CRAFT WAREHOUSE
YELLOWCAKE SHOP
ALL CITY CANDY
BASKETS GALORE
LAKE ERIE PET FOOD CO.
STAKES MANUFACTURING
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Meet the HONOREES
Simple Solutions is an educational publishing company dedicated to helping K–8 students build lasting academic skills. Founded in 2003, the company creates research‑based supplemental materials—both print and digital—across Mathematics, English, Science, Reading, Social Studies, Phonics, and Study Skills. Over the past two decades, Simple Solutions has supported more than five million students nationwide and has donated thousands of books to organizations that strengthen educational opportunities in the community.
Simple Solutions
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Founded in 2013 by Kristin + Bob Barnes, say hello to Sweet Bean Hand-painted Chocolates —where every piece is a mini masterpiece! Our hand-painted chocolates are not just delicious treats; they are stunning, edible works of art designed to wow. Surprise friends, family, or colleagues with a box that is as gorgeous as it is gourmet. Sweet Bean: where taste meets style, and every bite is a little celebration.
SWEET BEAN
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University Tees creates custom apparel company offering unique designs and trendy products for group and single-piece orders. Founded in 2003, they offer full-service merchandise programs, including in-house design and decoration for greek life, student organizations, university departments, and corporate clients.
UNIVERSITY TEES
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StoveGuard was founded by Matthew McCarthy, an entrepreneur who wanted to spend less time cleaning and more time with family. What began in a one-car garage became a mission: eliminate the mess, the chemicals, and the wasted time spent cleaning stovetops. After extensive testing and refinement, StoveGuard was born—a custom-fit, precision-cut stovetop protector. Proudly manufactured in the USA, StoveGuard is now the nation’s leading producer of stovetop protectors for gas, electric, and RV stoves.
STOVEGUARD
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SuzieB Fitness is a woman-owned brand located in Akron, OH started in 2025. The company is focused on creating high quality workout accessories and apparel designed to empower women in and out of the gym with something unique and special. Today, the company reaches thousands of women from 90 different countries around the world.
SUZIE B FITNESS
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The Monster Makers, Inc. is an award-winning special effects supply company serving the Motion Picture, TV and Theatrical Industries. The business has grown into one of the leading suppliers of three-dimensional Special Effects Materials in the Industry. Monster Makers products have been featured in many films including Star Wars: The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, The Walking Dead, and The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe which won the Academy Award for Best Makeup at the 78th Oscars in 2006.
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