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 Welcome Back! Glad to see that you are still with us and you was here for our fifteenth black owned business yesterday! If you are new here, grab a seat and check out what we are doing this month and don't forget to go back to the other blogs so you can play catch up! We hope you are enjoying learning about these businesses and their owners as much as we are. 😀

For Black History Month, Eta Sigma Delta Inc is highlighting some of our black owned businesses on the grid. These business leaders have been seen working very hard at what they do and showing everyone that they can and will do it. We want to recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their crafts. 

These businesses have made a positive impact to the community rather it was by recognizing their dedicated customers, giving out group gifts, joining into conversations with their customers on Facebook or just by giving great customer service. We want to say thank you for letting us into your world and we commend you for your hard work and focus. 

Here is what our sixteenth business owner had to say.... 

Our sixteenth business is Batista's Getaway Resort! 

Batista's Getaway Resort is a long standing hospitality establishment, founded by now retired Deangelo Batista & Jennifer Mondavi in May 2011. Currently managed by sisters SonDee & Melodie Batista, we have been delivering full role play experiences in dining, spa treatments and resort stays over the last six years and still possess the same passion to deliver the best customer role play experiences to all.

About the owner, SonDee Batista-Lefevre

"I've been on the SL grid for 8 years. I started at Batista's in 2013 as a staff server, was promoted to Manager in 2014 and in 2015 the business was handed down as my father, Deangelo Batista retired. I'm a private person, more of a homebody. I take pride in being loyal to those around me. I'm a mother of one son, Adrian Xavorin Batista and wife to Tyson Lefevre for the last year."

Batista's Getaway Resort has been in business for 10 years on May 20, 2021.

We asked SonDee a couple of questions and here is what she had to say...

Do you find it is harder for you being a black owned business and specifically if a lot of what you design, creative or put together caters more to black people? 

- "We are a recreational establishment and cater to all races. So I don't feel it to be harder for me in the business that I'm in. I think the key is remaining relevant in a field such as this. Since interests shift so often here in SL, it's important to remain persistent regardless. If your audience can count on you to always be there, that in itself is success to me."

What makes doing what you do rewarding for you? 

- "What makes what I do most rewarding is when you hear that you truly made someone's day. It could be by providing an extra detail or showing genuine care for their concerns and needs. Knowing that you provided someone with a unique experience that they not only appreciate but won't forget is the most rewarding."

Typically how long does it take you to get 1 item out? 

- "We don't create items so I would say reservations depend on availability"

What advice can you give to other black entrepreneurs trying to start their SL business? 

- "The best advice I can give to black entrepreneurs in the business field that I'm currently in or any business field is to not give up on your vision, don't get wrapped up in how much money you are or are not going to make. I believe that you have to have a genuine love for what you're doing to be successful. In Second Life, not all establishments last a long time but if you are genuinely passionate about what you're doing and have a successful support system, you stand a better chance at being successful"

What would you like to say to all of your supporters and customers? 

- "To all of the supporters and patrons who have been with Batista's over the years and to the new ones we accumulated along the way, We are most grateful to you all for trusting us to deliver the memorable lasting experiences that we have been known for over the years. A huge Thank You from all of us to all of you!"

The Flawless Sapphires of Eta Sigma Delta would like to thank you SonDee for taking time out of your busy day to give us a look inside your life. 

Please support this beautiful young lady and continue to show love to our black owned businesses in Second Life. 

Check her out on facebook - Batista's Getaway Resort FB

Check out their website- Batista's Getaway Resort Website

Thank you for reading and come back tomorrow for our next business recognition!

Signing Out

Big Sister On Point aka

             Cassie Shaw MD