Planning & Praying

by the NWMEF
Dr. Roy Wilson, D.V.M. battled Mother Nature in getting the doors opened to his new business. The excessive rains last summer slowed down his grand opening, but now before spring is here, Rafter Cross Veterinary Services is open for business. "It took a lot of planning, praying and some more planning," said Dr. Wilson about the opening of his latest venture. "I had a lot of conversations with a lot of people to take advantage of their hard-earned wisdom." Rafter Cross Veterinary Services is an animal health business serving the veterinary needs for companion and food animals, as well as horses. They also have an experienced groomer on site. Dr. Wilson saw a need for these services in the Holt County area and felt he had something he could provide to their community and the surrounding area. He said he takes great joy in helping people, but similar to other entrepreneurs, getting the business finances in order has been his greatest challenge. "Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation shared encouragement and experience. It was so beneficial to have someone who has been involved in other business startups to help us stay focused on our business plan each step of the way," said Dr. Wilson. NWMEF is hosting a business celebration at Rafter Cross Veterinary Services, 311 S. Main, Craig at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 16. The public is invited to attend.