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Building a day-care business one step at a timePublished 01/10/08
Joelma and Nelson Columbano of Millersville talked about starting a business after getting married three years ago, but it wasn't until recently that they combined their talents to launch a day care center out of their home. 
Andy Carruthers - The Capital
Joelma Columbano reads a story to the children at her daycare, including 7-month-old son Evan.
It was a lengthy process that included multiple home inspections, health and safety certifications and other licensing requirements.
But the couple felt it was the right small business for them. "One of her natural talents is dealing with kids and having that Super Nanny instinct," Mr. Columbano said. "Meanwhile, I could apply my natural marketing talents." The first thing the...
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Tiny Tots Day Care - 2008-01-15 07:45:14
My wife and I have our 11 month old daughter Madison enrolled at Tiny Tots. The Columbano's have done an outstanding job transforming their home into a day care center. The home is kept exceptionally clean and the outdoor activity center is a delight! In today's day and age when most families require both parents to work, it is good to know there are people like the Columbano's who you can feel safe leaving your child with.
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