Business: Offers art tutoring to clients ranging from toddlers to retirees.
Founded: 2007
Headquarters: Minneapolis
Website: www.simplyjanestudio.com
Executives: Founder Jane Elias
Employees: 2 full-time, 4 part-time
2008 revenue: $65,000
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DICK YOUNGBLOOD, Star Tribune
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