As Small Business Week celebrations continue across Southeast Iowa, the Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance made another stop Wednesday—this time recognizing a business built from the ground up through hard work, craftsmanship, and family dedication.
The spotlight turned to The Shop – DeWitt Built, located north of Mount Pleasant at 1945 170th Street near Highway 218. Owners Eli and Kelsey DeWitt welcomed community members, customers, family, and Chamber representatives for a ribbon cutting and open house celebrating the business’s nomination for 2026 Small Business of the Year.
Guests toured the facility, met the team, and learned more about the shop’s services, which range from collision repair to full custom vehicle builds. The DeWitts say the business has grown through years of determination and countless hours of work behind the scenes.
Eli DeWitt says building the shop into what it is today took a major commitment from the entire family.
Chamber officials say Small Business Week is an opportunity to recognize the entrepreneurs, families, and employees who help keep the local economy moving forward throughout Southeast Iowa.
The week-long celebration wraps up Thursday with one final business visit before all four finalists are honored again during Friday morning’s Small Business Breakfast, where the 2026 Small Business of the Year will be announced.