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Shawn Allard

Shawn Allard

Entrepreneur building businesses and communities in Arizona

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Phoenix, Arizona
Joined May 2025
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Shawn Allard is a highly driven entrepreneur focused on acquiring, growing, and scaling small businesses, particularly in the food and hospitality sector. His notable venture, Novel Ice Cream, which he acquired in August 2023, has seen significant expansion under his leadership, moving from two units to multiple locations and a mobile unit, with a strong focus on product quality and customer experience. cnbc+2
Beyond his business ventures, Shawn actively builds and nurtures communities in Arizona. He founded ParkSMB to create a network for small business operators and hosts events to connect entrepreneurs and foster local growth. His social media presence often highlights his dedication to community engagement and networking. nitter+1
Shawn shares his entrepreneurial journey and business insights through his Substack publication, 'Curated'. This platform provides transparent accounts of his operational experiences, including wins, losses, financial data, and strategies for scaling businesses and building communities, positioning him as an educator and thought leader in small business acquisition and growth. substack+1

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Acquiring and Growing an Ice Cream Shop with Shawn Allard, Owner of Novel Ice Cream

May 1, 2025

An interview discussing Shawn Allard's journey from dental consultancy to acquiring and expanding Novel Ice Cream. The article covers his transition to small business ownership, due diligence, and operational lessons learned while scaling to multiple storefronts and a mobile unit.

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Curated

A Substack publication where Shawn Allard documents his experiences and insights on building businesses and communities in Arizona. It offers behind-the-scenes looks at scaling a brick-and-mortar brand, candid numbers, experiments, and lessons from community building and acquisitions.

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