in properties with character, history, and potential within Windsor. Leading them into an entrepreneurial journey that continues to grow as R & D Dunham Holdings Ltd. The Clockmaker’s Inn was the first business the Dunhams purchased when they moved to Windsor in 2005. The inn was located near their home on King St, and it became a family affair. In the beginning, Sarah ran the business with Rick and Debbie heavily involved. The inn was built in 1894, and it is a classic, Victorian-style bed and breakfast.
Debbie and Rick Dunham were both born and raised in Halifax and moved to Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia, in 1976. Debbie was an elementary school teacher for many years, and Rick worked in the boiler industry. They have twin daughters, Sarah and Rebecca, and they have five grandchildren. Rick’s entrepreneurship journey began in July of 1998 when he opened his own company, Maritime Pressure Works. His company focused on boiler equipment installation, repairs, and rentals. In 2005, Rick and Debbie moved to Windsor, Nova Scotia with hopes to eventually retire in the small town. Before retirement could come into the picture, the Dunhams found themselves investing
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