Number 361 January 23, 2026 St. Louis
Client Spotlight: Qahwa Time Café is coming in HOT
Qahwa Time Cafe was created from a deep love of culture, family, and community. As a family-owned and operated business, their vision has always been bigger than just serving coffee. They wanted to create a welcoming space where every guest feels at home while enjoying handmade drinks and food inspired by Middle Eastern, Turkish, Kurdish, Assyrian, and American traditions.
The family that runs Qahwa Time Cafe has spent years traveling across states in search of the specialty drinks and comfort foods they enjoyed growing up. They realized that these experiences were missing in St. Louis. Rather than continue their travels to find these flavors, they decided to bring them home and share them with their local community.
When it came time to turn that vision into reality, they knew they needed a partner who believed in small businesses, culture, and community impact. They came to Justine PETERSEN for funding because they wanted more than a loan. They wanted guidance, support, and a relationship with an organization that understands the challenges of starting and growing a family business.
With support from Justine PETERSEN, Qahwa Time Cafe was able to invest in a fully equipped kitchen and coffee station, source quality ingredients, and prepare for long-term sustainability. Most importantly, they gained a trusted partner who believes in their mission to create a space where culture, connection, and great coffee come together.
Qahwa Time Cafe is not just a spot for a great cup of coffee and a tasty breakfast treat; it’s a place founded on passion and hard work. We believe that small businesses can unite people, one cup at a time.
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We’re excited to share that the Show-Me Network, in partnership with Justine PETERSEN, is launching a yearlong series of FREE virtual Lunch-and-Learns for entrepreneurs and small business owners across Missouri.
These no-cost sessions will provide practical guidance on funding, credit, financial management, and business growth—designed to meet entrepreneurs where they are and help them move forward with confidence.
⏰ All sessions are held online from Noon–1 p.m. (CT)
💻 Open to all Missouri entrepreneurs at no cost
📅 Upcoming Sessions
Show Me the Money: Your SSBCI Funding Playbook
January 29 | Noon–1 p.m. (CT)
Learn how SSBCI programs expand access to capital and what it takes to qualify.
Self-Fund, Borrow, or Partner Up? Pick Your Funding Adventure
February 12 | Noon–1 p.m. (CT)
Explore the pros and considerations of bootstrapping, borrowing, and equity investment.
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All sessions are free and open to the public.
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If improving your credit or gaining more control over your finances is one of your goals this year, Justine PETERSEN’s My Credit Compass is here to help. This free program offers personalized credit coaching, easy-to-understand guidance, and ongoing support to help you move forward, no matter where you’re starting from.
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