Our Story
We are often asked, “How did WheelyQ get started?” – Well, sit back, grab a tri tip sandwich and allow us to tell our story!
Collin has a progressive neuromuscular disease called Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). This ugly disease has weakened his muscles to the point where he has lost his ability to walk. Around his 40th birthday, he was at a bit of a crossroads with his career and was...
Leap of Faith
After the party, Collin received tons of questions and comments like:
“Hey, where did you get that sauce you gave away at your party?”
“That sauce you gave us was awesome – where did you get the recipe?”
“Did you actually make that sauce you gave us? That should be in stores!”
Curious if this feedback was legit, Collin and Kyla did some taste tests with family, friends and neighbors. With this input, they...
Overcoming Obstacles
Collin was born with a rare genetic disease called Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). In 2013, before remote work was really a thing, Collin’s condition started affecting his ability to drive and he was forced to quit his full time job. Never one to give up, Collin took his love for barbecue and turned it into a small family business.
Our Purpose is to
Have A Purpose!
In 2014 WheelyQ Barbecue became an official business! Anyone can start a business and set out to make money. Collin and Kyla try to live with purpose. From the very beginning of WheelyQ Barbecue, there was never a doubt that giving back was going to be the backbone of the business.
Collin and Kyla decided to use their business as a platform to raise awareness for Spinal Muscular Atrophy and donate...