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Youth, enthusiasm fuel Wheat Montana franchises. Persistence, early investments help 29-year-old business owner succeed

February 26, 2006 /

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Jeff Riggs was really frustrated four years ago when he couldn’t find a Bozeman bank to help finance his business dream.

But persistence, enthusiasm and an early start in business eventually paid off for the 29-year-old enterpreneur.

A few weeks ago, Riggs opened his third Wheat Montana Deli and Bakery franchise in Great Falls, following other shops in Bozeman and Billings.

It didn’t seem possible back in 2001.

Riggs had persuaded the founders of the popular Wheat Montana Farm and Bakery http://www.wheatmontana.com in Three Forks to offer him their first franchise. He believed in the company’s vision of adding value to wheat by making and selling flour and wholesome breads, as well as deli sandwiches and pastries.

By PETER JOHNSON
Great Falls Business Writer

Full Story: http://www.greatfallstribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060226/BUSINESS/602260305/1046

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