Name of person featured: Nickolaus Dunn

Name of business: Rolling Hills Bike Shop

Street address: 101 B Jackson St.

Phone number: 562-2984

Operating hours: Noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday

E-mail address: Nickolausd@yahoo.com

Nature of business: Bike repairs, sales, accessories, scooters, skateboards, bike clothing, new and used equipment

Year founded: 2001

Prior location: Fifth Avenue

Number of employees: Two

How’s business: It’s pretty slow most days, but bike repairs mostly keep us busy. Bike sales are down

One thing you wish everyone knew about your business: Biking helps health and fitness and is fun for families and friends.

Something you offer that a customer won’t find elsewhere: We have layaway plans, we offer youth programs and maintenance classes

Advice to aspiring or new entrepreneurs: Owning a business is a 24-hour-a-day job

Your first job: Rolling Hills Bike Shop

Your role model (in business or in life generally): My boss, Freddie James. He teaches me a lot more than just bikes. He teaches life lessons and culture.

The key to a successful business is: Having commitment and a love for people and good service.