Tailer Nicole Wine and Cupcakes

Ownership

Owner Shakkiah Curtis noticed a lack of stylish lounge spaces in Madison and created the business herself. Now based in Madison, Curtis is a seasoned entrepreneur who holds a doctorate in business administration.

Local Sourcing

Cupcakes are baked by local entrepreneurs, and the lounge partners with vendors featuring locally sourced ingredients. However, wine sources are not specified as local.

Community Involvement

The space features rotating art for sale by local creators, the grand opening includes partnerships with local chefs, and the business has already partnered with Black sororities and young professionals with a slate of calendar events.

Local Workforce

Curtis is hiring a full team and seeking individuals who love people and enjoy wine culture, but no available reviews or tenure information exists to assess labor practices.

Revenue Retention

Located inside the Urban League's Black Business Hub, the lounge contributes to the growth of Black-owned enterprises in Madison. As an independent, locally-operated business, significant revenue likely stays local, though specific financial data is unavailable.

Local Presence

The website uses owner-driven, personality-focused copy ('I envisioned a sanctuary') and emphasizes community/local connection, which are local signals. However, the polished, mission-statement-heavy language and lack of specific Madison references, staff names, or local supplier mentions lean toward professional/corporate style, preventing a higher score.