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Small businesses scale from local favorites to global brands with UPS

05-06-2026
With our reliable service, these entrepreneurs can focus on their craft and customers
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From neighborhood favorites to doorsteps worldwide, UPS helps entrepreneurs grow with confidence. We handle the logistics so businesses can stay focused on their brand and customers.

Meet four founders who trust UPS to deliver every product with care and precision:

Two adults stand side by side inside a casual restaurant. One person wears a black chef coat and white cap, suggesting they work in the kitchen. The other person is dressed in a plain black t-shirt and jeans, appearing as a guest or friend. The background shows a bright dining area with wall menus, framed food photos, and other patrons seated at tables.

Father and son duo David and Jason Wang started Xi’an Famous Foods as a New York City restaurant serving soft dumplings and decadent hand-ripped noodles. When they were ready to expand beyond their storefronts, they turned to UPS to ship the flavors of Xi’an, China, straight to front doors across the U.S.

“UPS helps us keep the same quality our regulars love while reaching customers across the country – evolving from a local staple into a national brand,” Jason said.

A woman is seated and dressed in a tailored beige blazer, posing thoughtfully with her hand near her face. She wears layered gold necklaces and hoop earrings that add a polished, modern touch. The background is split into dark and light panels, creating a clean, studio-like setting. The overall scene suggests a professional, fashion-forward portrait with a warm, neutral color palette.

Founded by designer Anita Barua, Gylded Jewels weaves South Asian heritage and modern design into handcrafted jewelry. To match the craftsmanship behind every product, Anita needed a shipping partner that could deliver each order with precision and care.

“UPS allows us to deliver not just jewelry, but a reliable, seamless experience our customers can count on – and worthy of the piece inside the box,” Anita said. “As a small business built on detail and trust, that consistency means everything as we grow.”

A woman stands in a professional kitchen wearing a striped apron over a light-colored shirt. Her face is obscured, drawing attention to her attire and the culinary setting. Stainless steel equipment and shelves in the background suggest a commercial or restaurant environment. The overall scene conveys a busy, work-focused atmosphere.

Baker and entrepreneur Rose Lee brings a beloved cultural tradition to life with Rose’s Pineapple Shorts – golden, buttery shortbreads filled with a bright pineapple center. To make sure every bite arrives fresh, Rose relies on UPS to ship handmade pastries from her bakery to customers’ doorsteps.

“Rose’s Pineapple Shorts is about more than delicious treats – it’s also about sharing Taiwanese heritage, third-culture stories and the courage to chase dreams,” Rose said. “UPS helps us deliver that mission nationwide.”

Keep your business growing: Request a free, 15-minute consultation with a UPS logistics professional to learn more about finding the right shipping solutions and expanding globally. Schedule a virtual consultation today.

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