MC Aesthetics
Regardless of a company’s size or industry, growth requires capital. Milestones such as expanding facilities, adding equipment, and increasing staff demand funding, and cash flow from operations often falls short in financing such new developments. This was the case for Melissa Castro, founder and owner of MC Aesthetics Laser & Wellness Center (formerly MC Elite Aesthetics). In seeking additional capital to expand her business, she turned to the Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of Central Florida (FSBDC at UCF) and found the guidance and support she needed.
MC Aesthetics Laser & Wellness Center specializes in anti-aging services and offers high-quality skincare products, aesthetic injectables, medical weight loss programs, vitamin IV drips, and FDA‑approved PDO threads. As an experienced medical provider committed to helping clients meet all their aesthetic and wellness goals, Castro prioritizes medical-grade care in a modern, cutting-edge environment. “Our patients love coming to us because we provide a wide range of services,” she explains. “We’re able to combine science with a mixture of beauty and strive to provide high quality patient care with great results.”
When Castro decided to expand her practice, she connected with the FSBDC at UCF and began working closely with consultant Jairo Batista through the center’s no-cost, expert business consulting services. Together, they mapped out the steps needed to elevate her business. “I was able to see local resources that were able to assist me in obtaining a Small Business Administration (SBA) guaranteed loan for small business growth,” she recalls. “Some of the resources provided to me by the FSBDC was assisting with my business plan, future growth plans, and connections with lenders.”
Working with the FSBDC proved invaluable to Castro. “My experience with the FSBDC was amazing,” Castro shares. “Jairo was very attentive to my needs. If I had any questions, he was always very knowledgeable and always available for me. I would say to future entrepreneurs to definitely look into the FSBDC as a resource. You would have an incredible team that’s able to guide you through the process. It is an amazing opportunity.”
With the SBA-guaranteed loan she secured—assisted by the FSBDC—Castro achieved the expansion she envisioned. “The changes I have seen since working with the FSBDC has been significant growth within my practice, especially by obtaining a new building – a commercial property where we are able to expand our services for patients and add new devices. I just want to say ‘thank you’ to everyone that assisted in the process of helping me grow my business,” she concludes.
For information about MC Aesthetics Laser & Wellness Center, please visit https://mceliteaesthetics.com/ .
