Alfred Hull says I am really inspired by the effort Merril Guerra, and all you ladies have put into this company! I will like to promote you guys in my business group (SadiddyVille) on Facebook. There are many people specifically in this group who could benefit themselves along with this company and I want to pass the information along! Keep up the good work! :) Thank you, Alfred D. Hull CEO SadiddyVille http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=97212583497&ref=ts

Carolyn Work says Merrill chose to set up her business in the Depot Town section of Ypsilanti. We are so proud she has chosen to join the Ypsilanti business community.

Ken Jenkins says This is a winning plan. Getting a business off the ground in this challenging environment shows that Merrill has what it takes to succeed long term. There is a real need for this product in the marketplace and the business plan for Real Kidz realistically attempts to address this need.

Karen Hoffman says I am always thankful for anyone who is realistic about the sizes and styles of clothing for children. They are expected to look too "sexy" too soon, and there is no such thing as "one size fits all". There is no reason that kids should have to feel badly becasue they don't have good clothing choices! Bravo!

Constance Tatum says We have known Merrill for years, and are so pleased to see the success she is having with this business. The consumate entrapeneur.

Val Perry says I love the idea behind this business. Our culture has always had a problem with teaching children to love who they are. This is a step in he right direction. Good luck to them!

Brian May says Brilliant business idea with a long term need. The concept is already well received by the media (Wall Street Journal and Business Week) as well as peers in the business community. With Merrill Guerra's well educated leadership and passionate vision, this is a company to watch.

Tim Marshall says Bank of Ann Arbor is the premier local provider of banking and investment services to the growing community of knowledge based companies in this region. We are grateful to count Merrill and Real Kidz as one of our clients. Congratulations on the nomination. Well deserved!

Patrick Tamblyn says Merrill approached the bank before Realkidz was launched, not for funding, but for feedback on her business plan. It was well thought out, and she's hit several milestones to date. Her enthusiasm is contagious!

Kelly Ruby says Working as a Consultant for RealKidz has been such a positive experience for both myself and my daughter. Merrill is so energetic and inspiring and true to her passion. She's helping girls feel great about themselves. What a wonderful concept to build a business around.

Sheryl Gregory says Merrill is a great mom and business woman!

Barbra Perlstein says Go Merrill go!! Your drive and motivation is inspiring! I am rooting for you. : )

Mary Zucchero says Merrill is a wonderful person and example for all of us! She's very organized, smart, talented, and committed to growing her business which is a positive example for girls.

J. Langfitt says An outstanding, creative response to a need that is real. This business helps young people at an important opportunity to develop a strongly positive sense of self. It also helps families support them. Keep on!

Andrea Takach says Working as an intern for Merrill has been a very positive experience for me. Everyday is something new and different. She is very strong willed and enthusiastic about her work. She has a clear vision of what she wants to accomplish with this company and is dedicated to not only succeeding as a business person but to changing people's lives. I have never seen someone with so much passion and love for what they do like Merrill does. She is a very strong minded person and I really look up to her and her high involvement with this company.

Gabriella Guerra says As Merrill's daughter, I know about all the hard work and stress she has gone through to get realkidz on its feet. Winning this will definitely affect Realkidz for the better.

Paul Kaplan says Merrill is a dynamic, bright and visionary entrepreneur who is building a strong business in an underserved market. I am proud to be one of her investors and to serve on the Board of Directors of RealKidz.

Rob Maze says Merrill identified a pain in the market, identified the solution, and is making it a reality. Congrats to her and her team for the positive difference REALKIDZ is making in kid's lives.

Jean Nelson says In a few short years Merrill has earned an MBA from the prestigous University of Michigan's School of Business, launched her own business and continued to perform all the duites and meet all the responsibilties of being an attentive parent. This takes organization, focus and a sense of balance, not to mention humor! I congratulate Merrill on these many achievements.

Bev says Great idea. Anything that helps the young girls gain self esteem is wonderful!

Linda Crabtree says A remarkable youg lady who has so much positive energy and easly balances her new business and family life with love by being innovative, organized, energized, educated, personable, caring, articulate, driven, focused, leader, knowledgeable, goal driven, creative and very talented in many venues. I wish her success in her business.

HS Brown says Merrill Guerra and Real Kidz are winner- addressing a real issue in this country childhood obesity.

Carolyn Work says Shortly after arriving in Ypsilanti, Merrill was elected to the President's position of our PEO Chapter. During her presidency she showed her vision as well as her excellent organizing talent for our chapter wellorganizational talents as well as vision for our group