RUSTBURG, VA, June 04, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Hearth and Homestead is proud to announce the successful completion of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, a nationally recognized initiative designed to help small business owners strengthen their companies and drive economic growth in their communities.

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is a rigorous, three-month curriculum that combines intensive coursework with practical business education. Admission to the program is competitive, requiring a formal application and interview process. Hearth and Homestead's CEO, Josiah Wilmoth was selected to represent the company and participate on its behalf as a member of National Cohort 25.

"The Goldman Sachs name speaks for itself, but what truly sets this program apart is its practical impact," said Wilmoth. "The coursework gave me the tools to run our business better, and a better-run business means more opportunities for growth, more jobs, and a stronger community."

Since its launch in 2009, Goldman Sachs' 10,000 Small Businesses program has served more than 18,000 entrepreneurs across the United States. According to the program's impact reports, about 75% of alumni report revenue growth within 30 months of graduation, and graduates have hired employees at a rate roughly four times faster than similarly sized U.S. businesses over a ten-year period.

As a program graduate, Hearth and Homestead is now part of the 10,000 Small Businesses alumni network, a national community of entrepreneurs committed to building stronger businesses and thriving local economies.

For more information about the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, visit 10ksbapply.com.

Disclaimer: Goldman Sachs and the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program were not involved in the preparation or distribution of this press release. References to Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses are for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or approval of Hearth & Homestead, its products, or this announcement by Goldman Sachs.

About Hearth & Homestead
Hearth & Homestead is a tallow-based ancestral skincare brand founded by Josiah and Lily Wilmoth in Rustburg, Virginia, rooted in the belief that the best ingredients come from the land, not a laboratory. Built on transparency, tradition, and a commitment to real results, the brand has cultivated a loyal following among consumers seeking a meaningful alternative to synthetic skincare. Inspired by the wisdom of traditional living and the purity of farm-sourced ingredients, Hearth & Homestead creates skincare products that return to what has always worked, simple, nourishing, and honest. Learn more at https://hearthandhomesteadstore.com

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