Haniel Thibeaux is the driving force behind Hands on Demand, his entrepreneurial venture that he has launched here in Lafayette. With experienced background in massage therapy, Haniel has proven himself as a seasoned professional in the field.
Professional Journey
Haniel embarked on his massage therapy career in 2009, attaining his licensure, and quickly establishing a reputation for his exceptional skills and innate understanding of client needs. From 2011 to 2023, Haniel honed his expertise further as a valued member of the Massage Envy team. During his tenure, he not only provided exemplary service to many clients but also gained valuable insights into the operations and management of a prominent spa establishment.
Entrepreneurial Leap
In 2020, recognizing a surge in demand for personalized house call services, Haniel took the bold step of founding Hands on Demand. This pivotal decision allowed him to leverage his extensive experience and unique approach to meet the evolving preferences of his clientele. Hands on Demand has witnessed impressive growth. In just one year, the number of monthly house call clients has surged to 20, attesting to Haniel’s ability to connect with clients on a personal level and deliver exceptional service tailored to their individual needs.
Assistance Provided through the Small & Minority / Disadvantaged Assistance Progam
We were able to assist Haniel with the following:
- Helped to outline his business plan and provided tools to expedite the process
- Connected him to Gulf Coast Bank, TruFund and LiftFund to inquire about obtaining a small business loan
- Instructed him to open a business bank account, transition to having payments from clients flow directly into the business bank account, create QuickBooks account to organize finances so that his business can become bankable in six to eighteen months
One Acadiana’s Small and Minority Business Services, facilitated by Jack & Associates, are free of charge. Get started at OneAcadiana.org/SmallBiz.
