02/26/2026
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In Humboldt County, one entrepreneur is transforming clutter into clarity and helping her community breathe a little easier.
After leaving her role as a classroom teacher, Kaleigh Tuso rediscovered her lifelong gift for organization while planning her own wedding. That spark of inspiration grew into Declutter Organize Breathe, a professional organizing service dedicated to creating functional, stress-reducing systems for homes and businesses across Northern California. 🌿🏡
Like many first-time business owners, Kaleigh faced the challenge of navigating formation, planning, and growth on her own, until she connected with the North Coast SBDC. With consistent guidance, monthly check-ins, and encouragement from SBDC Advisor Melanie Barnett, Kaleigh gained confidence, accountability, and a roadmap to build her vision.
From networking strategies to business planning and practical next steps, SBDC support helped her turn her passion into a thriving, community-centered service. Today, Declutter Organize Breathe is helping individuals and businesses reduce stress, restore order, and build systems that last.
And Kaleigh isn’t stopping, she continues meeting with her advisor as she expands her offerings and deepens her mission to support her community.
📍 Arcata, CA | Northern California
🤝 Supported by: North Coast SBDC
💼 Assistance: Business planning, technical guidance & ongoing advisory support
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