What advice would you give someone who was wanting to start their own company (not necessarily this specific type of company but just in general), etc.  Do it! Start with research on various regulations and license requirements. Consider your target market and upfront financial investments. Visit the SBA website and other internet resources (there are many). Some food for thought: really think about what and why you will be doing it.  Do not start a business because you “love” doing something.

Mike & Amy at Giraffe Manor in Nairobi.

Once you start doing what you love as a business, you are no longer just doing what you love. You’ll be doing all sorts of things that you don’t love and it can turn a hobby into a nightmare. There is a difference in having a hobby business (maybe a few events each year or providing to friends and family) verses doing it full-time (more than full time usually). Select wisely as you’ll be doing more of it than you ever imagined.