Open for Business

Stephanie's Wee Piggies

Stephanie Reeves opened Stephanie's Wee Piggies on Dec. 1. Reeves produces heirloom casts of babies' hands and feet that can be showcased inside a shadowbox or mounted on a base of granite or wood for around $199. “They grow up so fast, you kind of forget how small they were,” Reeves said. Reeves operates the business by appointment from her home and said she will establish an informational kiosk in the Battlefield Mall on Feb. 1. Phone: (417) 300-5686.

Your Own Books

Lynn Heninger opened Your Own Books on Aug. 15, personalizing books for children up to age 9. The hardcover books - $14.95 each - have the child's name throughout, full-color illustrations and average about 36 pages. “They're very professional looking,” she said. Heninger bought software from Create-A-Book and equipment needed to start the business for about $550. Heninger works by appointment from her home. Phone: (417) 350-4358.

Great Commission Realty

Randy and Tassi Fry opened Great Commission Realty LLC on Nov. 21 at 4032 W. Lark, Ste. P. The Frys, who employ three agents, work in commercial and residential real estate. Randy Fry said he uses a unique referral fee system to grow his staff. Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone: (417) 886-5651.

National Bank - Mortgage Division

Debbie Kindall, co-branch manager, helped open National Bank - Mortgage Division on Oct. 15. Mortgage lending manager for the retail lending division Kent Kelso came on board Dec. 22. The location, 1524 E. Primrose St., Ste. C, is a division of National Bank of Kansas City and the company's third mortgage division location. The other mortgage division offices are in Tempe, Ariz., and Oklahoma City. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone: (417) 882-6888.

Contact Cory Smith with your Open for Business submissions. He may be reached by e-mail, by fax at (417) 799-0603 or by phone at (417) 831-3238.