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You can read about entrepreneurship all day long. But nothing is more inspiring than to hear real-world entrepreneurial stories. If you've got an entrepreneurial story you'd like to share, please let us know.

Interview with Chitika Co-Founder Alden DoRosario. For those who are familiar with the world of online advertising, Chitika is widely known as a fast-rising star. In this entrepreneurial profile, Chitika co-founder Alden DoRosario shares a few thoughts on starting up Chitika.
Filipino Entrepreneur's Story. There's nothing better than hearing other entrepreneurs share their entrepreneurial experiences. In this article, a Filipino entrepreneur named Mark shares his motivations and his experiences as an entrepreneur.

How Google Got to Where It Is Today. Although a big-time search engine today, Google was once a small business created by two students. How did Google's business plan succeed, and how did the founders make their company a success?
Featured Entrepreneurs: Duds by Dudes. What could be better than learning by example? Here, we explain how two California entrepreneurs started their own small business. They offer their advice for new entrepreneurs.
College Students Who Started a Business. If you've wondered how to get cheap textbooks, or are tired of paying high textbook prices, there are two college students who understand. Two brothers started a used textbook company that offers students cheap textbooks. Learn what the college students did to start their business.
IT, Fashion Industry, and Zara. Computers have become an integral aspect of almost all the companies in a wide variety of industries. One industry is the fashion industry. Zara had a lot of success with its organization of its information technology.
Dell's "Direct Model" to Success - Dell's Business Plan. What once started in a dorm room has now become a global company that is ranked the 25th-largest company in the Fortune 500 list, as well as among the most admired companies according to Fortune magazine. This is a brief article on how Michael Dell achieved great success utilizing his core concept in setting the foundation for his company.
The Starbucks Business Plan - Howard Schultz and Starbucks. Starbucks is a coffee corporation that employs operations in multiple countries around the world. Established in 1971, Starbucks currently has 15,011 stores worldwide and has seemingly become synonymous with the word "coffee." Transforming a coffee shop on a corner in Seattle to what it is today would not have been possible without its strong operations management and innovations.
Hugh Hefner and The Playboy Brand. The Playboy bunny logo is one of the most recognizable logos in the world. Founded in 1953 in Chicago, the Playboy men's magazine was the idea of Hugh Hefner. Currently, Playboy has expanded and diversified selling videos, network TV, online gambling, and clothing. It generates revenue of $338.15 million as of 2005 . All of this would not be possible, if Hugh Hefner did not have the ability to develop the Playboy brand as a powerful one.
People to Learn From...Barack Obama. Barack Obama is blazing a trail in politics. So what can entrepreneurs learn from his campaign? Quite a bit, as it turns out.
Starting an Environmentally Friendly Business. Starting a reusable bags business proved to be a great business idea for Jenna Wagner and Wade Hauser. By starting a business in college, they've also gotten some great entrepreneurial experience at a young age.
Google - The Masterpiece of Sergey Brin. Two Stanford students, Sergey Brin and Larry Page, founded Google, which eventually became the world's best search engine and now has become a powerful and seemingly infinitely talented software company. We take a look at the path that brought Sergey Brin to the top of the world.
Google - Entrepreneurial Lessons from Larry Page. Larry Page is an ambitious entrepreneur who co-created Google. What can we entrepreneurs learn Larry Page? Quite a bit, as it turns out.
The Force and George Lucas. George Lucas grew up in Modesto, California and he once reflected that he had a different life planned for him. However, he took a chance on a story that he had written and the rest is history. Now, he is one of the most recognizable people in all of Hollywood and is the creator of the legendary Star Wars movies.
Facebook Founder: Mark Zuckerberg. Facebook, an online social networking website, started at the college campus of Harvard University in 2004. In just a short time period, it has exploded in popularity among American colleges. With its sudden rise in popularity, none has benefited financially than the founder himself, Mark Zuckerberg.
Businesses Started by Former Google Employees. What startups have been founded by former Google employees? We take a look at the phenomenon of the ex-Google employee turned entrepreneur.
History Timeline: Sam Walton and Wal-Mart. One of the greatest titans of this century is Sam Walton, the founder of Wal-Mart. This timeline tells the story of the dramatic rise of Wal-Mart.
Robert Mondavi and The Mondavi Brand. Robert Mondavi was an American winemaker who brought worldwide recognition to wines made in Napa Valley, California. Mondavi used innovative business methods to become a leader in not just the American wine industry but also global wine industry.

Wayne Huizenga. No one knows if it is actually true, but there seems to always be a story about a person going through garbage and finding either a lottery ticket or some sort of treasure. For Wayne Huizenga, he didn't find any luck searching in garbage; instead he built his wealth through his waste management service company.
YouTube. YouTube is a video-sharing website where online users can share video clips by uploading and viewing various video clips. It was founded by Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim.
Husband and Wife Entrepreneurs. Happily married and running a business? It's possible! We discuss the secrets to building a thriving business and maintaining a healthy marriage.
Wal-Mart and Distribution. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. is an American public corporation that runs a chain of large, discount department stores. It is the world's largest public corporation by revenue, according to the 2008 Fortune Global 500. This company has dominated the business of distribution for the last five decades and doesn't look to be slowing down. This article will talk about why distribution is still the business to beat in the marketplace.
Interview with OrecX Co-Founder Bruce Kaskey. Chicago's OrecX is blazing a trail with its open source VoIP voice recording solution and other highly-regarded call recording industry products and services. In this entrepreneurial profile, OrecX co-founder Bruce Kaskey discusses how he started his company and why it's doing so well.
Mark Cuban. Mark Cuban is probably most famous for being the owner of the Dallas Mavericks of the NBA. He has the unique passion for the game that most other owners don't have. He loves to be personally involved in his business. It is this passion that has led him to much success thus far.
Sam Walton and Wal-Mart. The phrase "everyday low prices" has become synonymous with Wal-Mart as generations of Americans have shopped and still continue to shop at this retail giant. Sam Walton founded the company in 1962 as a discount store in Bentonville, Arkansas. Now, with almost $345 billion in net sales, 6,700 stores worldwide, and 1.8 million employees later, that discount store has now transformed itself to the headquarters of the second-largest company in the world.
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream. Ice cream has been a long-time favorite of American culture. It is very popular not only with kids, but adults as well. Before, ice cream was usually plain and came in only a few flavors. That all changed when Ben & Jerry's entered the ice cream market in 1978. Their brand created unique flavors like Cherry Garcia and Chunky Monkey.
Interview with Doors for Builders Founder Greg Wozniak. We interview Doors for Builders founder Greg Wozniak and learn how his company has managed to do well, even in a down economy. Doors for Builders is a leading provider of solid wood entry doors to the construction industry.
Interview with Convergence Capital Partners Founder Alex Kasdan. Starting a financial and strategic advisory firm is a daunting task for many would-be entrepreneurs. If you're interested in forming a mergers and acquisitions advisory business, you'll enjoy hearing the entrepreneurial story of Alex Kasdan, the founder of Convergence Capital Partners.
Interview with My Care Necessities Founder Betsy Hiebert. Personal experience can be a great way to come up a business concept. We talk with Betsy Hiebert, a business owner who came up with a great business idea after seeing a void in the market for something she knew could really help folks out.
Interview with Accession Media Founder Josh Katinger. Starting a web development firm or an internet marketing agency? If so, you'll enjoy our interview with Josh Katinger, founder of Accession Media.
GigMaven Founder Howard Han on Entrepreneurship. If you are interested in starting a business in the music industry, you'll enjoy this interview with GigMaven CEO and founder Howard Han.
Create-Learning-Team Building Founder Michael Cardus. We spend some time with Michael Cardus, founder of a Buffalo, New York training and development company.
Shaun Dakin and The National Political Do Not Contact Registry. Shaun Dakin talks about his venture, The National Political Do Not Contact Registry, and shares a few of the entrepreneurial lessons he's learned along the way.
Interview with The Green Year Co-Founder Lynn Colwell. If you are contemplating writing a book or starting an environment consulting business, you'll enjoy this interview with a co-founder of The Green Year LLC, a Seattle firm that is all about green.
Our Interview with Baby Swags Founder Phyllis Pometta. Wondering how to promote baby products? Phyllis Pometta's firm specializes in getting baby products into the hands of celebrities who have babies or young children. It's a great way to build a buzz for your baby products.
Interview with Creo Ludus Founder Dylan A. Tredrea. Starting a gaming company sounds like fun, but there are a lot of mistakes to avoid. We talk with a game company founder to gain some insights on what it takes to succeed.
We Interview Cerebellas Founder Beth Zimmerman. If you are thinking about starting a consulting company, pay close attention to the lessons learned by entrepreneur Beth Zimmerman. Her consulting firm, Cerebellas, is doing well in a niche market by doing great work for clients.
Anvil Media Founder Kent Lewis Discusses Entrepreneurship. Every organization could use a little help with search engine marketing, right? It's a great opportunity for entrepreneurs, as we discovered from talking with Anvil Media founder Kent Lewis.
Interview with JM Media Group Founder Judith A. Moose. Starting a PR firm can be a great way to venture into the world of entrepreneurship. We spoke with the founder of JR Media, a Nevada PR firm specializing in entertainment, to get a feel for what it's like to start and run a PR firm.
Questions and Answers with Charmed Life Products Founder Leslie Haywood. If you have a good idea, you should act on it. That's the key takeaway from our interview with the founder of Charmed Life Products.
Interview with Entrepreneur Mike Levy. Mike Levy is a serial entrepreneur operating out of Fort Collins, Colorado. In this interview, he provides some thoughtful comments on what it takes to succeed when you become an entrepreneur.
Lush Beads Founder Liz Stewart. Thinking about starting a bead shop? Liz Stewart has some advice that can help. She's a successful retail entrepreneur who has some great advice on how a new entrepreneur should approach getting started.
Interview with Entrepreneur Alison Banholzer. Partners always do better than solo entrepreneurs. Believe it or not, you can meet your business partner online. That's how the founders of this scrapbook and paper craft products manufacturing business met.
LionSaves Founder Mike Sweeney Discusses His Mortgage Company. This interview with LionSaves founder Mike Sweeney offers some great entrepreneurial tips. We asked him about his mortgage company, LionSaves, including how he started it and what he's learned along the way.
We Chat with Online Entrepreneur Patricia Garza. Here's some great info on how to start an online publishing business and how to start a home-based business. Patricia Garza combined the two to create a parenting information business that has become a great resource for parents.
Interview with 4R Marketing Founder Trish Lambert. Trish Lambert's marketing consulting firm has done well, in large part because Trish believes marketing must focus on revenue generation and be accountable for results. We spent some time with her to hear her own entrepreneurial story.
Advice from Entrepreneur Chris Milas. Thinking about opening a printing company? We talk with the founder of PrintPrintPrint.biz who has combined low prices and high-quality to create a fast-growth printing business.
Entrepreneur Interview with Aging Backwards Founder Jackie Silver. With aging populations everywhere, starting an anti-aging business seems like a sure winner. We spend some time with entrepreneur Jackie Silver to learn her experiences in starting Aging Backwards, a business that is a leader in the fast-emerging, anti-aging industry.
Entrepreneur Tracey Benson Discusses Her Business. Starting a business that helps landlords has turned out to be a great business opportunity for Tracey Benson, the founder of The National Association of Independent Landlords.
Interview with Lillian Sara Cauldwell. When starting an Internet talk radio station, it helps to secure a niche that listeners will love and be loyal to. That's been a good strategy for Michigan entrepreneur Lillian Sara Cauldwell.
Conversation with FreeShipping.org Founder Luke Knowles. Luke Knowles knew that online shoppers love to get free shipping. So, he decided to create a centralize information hub that lets consumers know which online retailers have free shipping deals.
CynerGreen Founder Danelle Hoffer. Starting a green-friendly business can be a great way to become a successful entrepreneur. It's a formula that appears to be working very well for Danelle Hoffer, founder of a fast-growth water bottles company base.
Interview with Reality Software Founder Max Entin. Starting a software company? If so, you'll enjoy reading about the entrepreneurial experiences of Reality Software founder Max Entin.
Film Producer and Entrepreneur Louis Lautman. What does it take to become a successful young multi-millionaire entrepreneur? Louis Lautman decided to find out. Learn about his experiences starting a film company that set out to learn what it takes to be a successful young entrepreneur.
Real Estate Entrepreneur Vicki Watzlawick. For entrepreneurs, it's important to be able to change business models to reflect evolving business conditions. Vicki Watzlawick is surviving the down real estate market by doing exactly that.
Interview with MedBillsAssist Founder Katalin Goencz. Starting a medical reimbursement services bureau? Entrepreneur Katalin Goencz, CIC, tells you how she did just that, explaining how she got started and what she's learned along the way in running her company, MedBillsAssist.
Interview with Ideas That Work Founder TJ Kimsey. The world is full of Internet marketing consultants but TJ Kimsey has found that offering a variety of services and doing good work for his clients has allowed his firm to rise above the pack.
Entrepreneur Interview with Insurance Agent Laura Harris. Thinking about starting an insurance agency? We spend some time with insurance agent Laura Harris to learn about her entrepreneurial experiences and her tips on how to start and grow a successful insurance business.
Art By Chocolate Founder Lee Reizian Holmes. If you've always wanted to start a candy company, you'll enjoy hearing about how Lee Reizian Holmes started her chocolates company, Art by Chocolate.
BigtimeWireless.com Founder Shai Atanelov. If you are starting a web-based business to sell products online, this is a must read. Shai Atanelov has tons of great advice to share on how he started a successful consumer electronics website with only $1,000 in startup capital.
We Talk with Tatango Founder Derek Johnson. Ever wanted to send a text message to fifty people at the same time? It's simple functionality, but it took the team at Tatango to solve the problem. Now, they are growing fast, reaping the benefits of solving an important consumer problem.
Get to Know Entrepreneur Harrine Freeman. Thinking about starting a credit counseling and money management services company? If so, you'd do well to read our entrepreneur interview with Harrine Freeman, CEO and Owner of H.E. Freeman Enterprises.
Entrepreneurial Lessons from Wayne Turmel. Greatwebmeetings.com helps companies to, well, have great webmeetings. Wayne Turmel recognized that most organizations don't do well with their webinars, so he created a company of his own to help them do better.
Interview with SECURaGLOBE Solutions Founder Rene Beaulieu. Ready to start a private investigation firm? If so, you'll enjoy our interview with Rene Beaulieu, founder of a fast-growth security consulting and private investigations company.
Meet Buckaroo Style Founder Michelle Hamilton. Michelle Hamilton had a hard time finding cute and affordable decor for her sons' cowboy nursery. So, she started her own company to create a new nursery decor item with cool cowboy style and personalization.
Interview with Speaker, Author and Life-Coach Mark Black. Wondering how to become a professional speaker? Give this interview with Mark Black a thorough read. Mark offers many great tips to get you started. He's an excellent speaker with a touching story and a great sense of humor.
DC Metro Food Tours Founder Jeff Swedarsky. Touring around a city and tasting great food? Sounds like fun to us! In fact, it's proved to be fun for a lot of people, as evidenced by the growing success of DC Metro Food Tours.
Learn from Ablaze Communications Principal Jennine Arena. If you are thinking of opening your own marketing business, you'll learn a lot from Jennine Arena, founder of Ablaze Communications.
Advice from BusinessSuccessCoach.net Founder John McKee. Entrepreneurs and established business people are finding huge advantages in having a career coach. Meet John McKee, founder of BusinessSuccessCoach.net.
Interview with Robert Jenson, Founder of The Jenson Group. Meet Robert Jenson, founder of a high-end real estate firm in Las Vegas, NV.
Future Delivery Founder Jun Laoyza. This tech firm is created virtual worlds that help young people make wise career and life decision Jun Loayza, founder of Future Delivery share his story.
GardenScribe Founder Theresa Morrogh. Have you ever created something for your own home use and thought about selling it over the web? Theresa Morrogh has a great story about how she brought her GardenScribe Plant Organizer to market.
The Book Midwife Founder Mindy Gibbins-Klein. Many of us have thought about writing books about our experiences. The Book Midwife has helped many people make this dream happen.
Interview with DeaLoco.com Co-founder Steve Cospolich. Finding deals on the web can be a pain. While there are many deal sites out there, Steve Cospolich and his friends saw an opportunity to improve on the status quo. That's what led to the creation of DeaLoco.com.
Business Coach Diane Helbig on Entrepreneurship. Diane Helbig is a business and career coach and is the founder of Seize This Day Coaching, based in Lakewood, Ohio. She works with salespeople and small business owners to help them define where they want to be and then helps them to get there.
Insights from Author and Entrepreneur C.F. Jackson. As an author, C.F. Jackson recognized the power of the Internet to promote her books. That observation ultimately led to her starting a business that works with other authors to help them make the most of the Web.
Interview with Anti-Aging Entrepreneur David Tippie. Oh, to be young again. David and Stephanie Tippie are tapping the fountain of youth for their many clients. If you are interested in starting an anti-aging business, you'll enjoy hearing about their entrepreneurial adventure.
Entrepreneurial Advice from Furniture Entrepreneur Lauren Russell. Within four months of starting her furniture company, Lauren Russell's furniture was featured in a popular magazine. That, among many other things, has helped her transform her company into a very successful furniture business.
Interview with Family Records Founder Wesley Verhoeve. What could be cooler than starting your own record label? Meet Wesley Verhoeve, founder of Family Records.
LowestCostBooks.com Founder Kristian Strom. Kristian Strom shares her story of turning her hobby of buying and selling rare books into a business.
Interview with Alexandra Watkins, Founder of Eat My Words. Eat My Words is not an ordinary marketing firm. Meet Alexandra Watkins who brought her incredible creative spirit to founding a unique marketing firm.
We Talk with Chicago Entrepreneur Alex White. Ever thought about having your very own record label? Alex White's company, The Next Big Sound, lets you be a musical kingmaker, allowing you to decide which bands you think will make it to the big time.
Our Chat with Fatpacking Founder Steve Silberberg. Steve Silberberg's Fatpacking specializes in weight loss backpacking. They take their clients on wilderness hiking vacations aimed at improving fitness and enjoying an unforgettable wilderness experience.
Eureka Sunset Founder Becky Halper. Eureka Sunset is a unique and specialized vacation rental destination in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Meet the founder Becky Halper and hear about the keys to her success.
Interview with Entrepreneur Paul Wells. Paul Wells founded Get A Move On, a residential and business moving company in Wichita, Kansas. If you are considering starting a moving company, you will enjoy reading this entrepreneur interview.
Tips from PR by the Book Founder Marika Flatt. Marika Flatt founded a PR firm that specializes in working with authors and others in the publishing industry. For those of you who are wondering how to start a PR firm, you can find some good tips in this interview.
Interview with Innovative Stone Founder Karen Pearse. Karen Pearse, founder of Innovative Stone, has a lifetime of experience in the stone business. We spent some time with her to learn more about her company and how they became one of the leading global suppliers of natural stone.
Advice from Gene McCubbin, Founder of Pop Labs. Gene McCubbin started a marketing firm that specializes in the latest search engine marketing techniques. We talked with Gene about his experience in starting and running his Houston search engine marketing and social media agency.
Interview with Entrepreneur Stacy Kannenberg. Stacey Kannenberg has founded a number of companies in the publishing and consulting industry. She's a talented entrepreneur with some great advice for those of you who are just getting started.
We Connect With Psycademy Founder Dr. Lisa Turner. Dr. Lisa Turner has founded a firm specializing in personal development. She shares a few entrepreneurial lessons that she's picked up along the way.
Interview with Thomas Dodson, Founder of Dodson Consultants. Thomas Dodson founded a public relations firm that serves all industries. If you are considering starting a PR firm, you'll find some great tips from an entrepreneur who is a few steps ahead of you.
Omniac Education Founder Mark Truman. Omniac Education helps students prepare for college by providing test preparation and college consulting. For those of you thinking of starting a test prep company or a tutoring business, you will find this interview both thought-provoking and inspirational.
Entrepreneur Interview with LTLprints.com Founders. Thinking about starting a printing company? LTLprints.com (Larger than Life) prints oversized customized wall graphics. We talked to their founders to learn more about how they got started.
HouseCall123 Founder Christine MacAdams. HouseCall123 creates online medical education sites for specific physicians or conditions. They are part of a booming trend in which condition-specific patient education sites have become a go-to resource for patients everywhere.
Toma Clark Haines, Founder of The Antiques Diva. Combine a love of travel, antiques and shopping together and you've got a great business. That's what Toma Clark Haines has managed to do, and she has some great advice for anyone who wants to transform their passions into profits.
Interview with Entrepreneur Mark Evenson. A ton of people told Mark Evenson he couldn't succeed in his new business, an online auction site for watches. Read this article to learn what he's done to prove them wrong.
Entrepreneur Interview with Monique Hayward. Starting a new restaurant concept that succeeds is a challenging task. Monique Hayward explains how to do it right. Her company Nouveau Connoisseurs Corporation has launched a very strong dining and entertainment concept called Dessert Noir Café & Bar.
JumpintoTomorrow Founder Sam Spear. JumpintoTomorrow is a popular site that features new technologies that are innovative and noteworthy. We asked Sam Spear, the site's founder, to tell us about his experiences in starting the site.
Interview with the Co-Founders of Sortprice. Competing against big players in the competitive world of online shopping might sound like a daunting task, but the entrepreneurs at Sortprice are doing just fine.
Discussion with GoAnimate.com Founder Alvin Hung. Many entrepreneurs have done well by making something that is hard to do very easy. Alvin Hung has done exactly that with his new entertainment website, GoAnimate.com.
Interview with Entrepreneur Tangela Walker-Craft. Starting a pillow company isn't all that common. So we were interested to hear about Tangela Walker-Craft's startup.
Advice from Entrepreneur Stephen Cliffe. As the founder of Imminent Threat Defense Systems LLC, Stephen Cliffe is addressing a fundamental need in our society. There are bad people out there, and folks need to learn how to protect themselves.
Girlfriend Grams Founder Lani Harr. This online retailer has found a great niche. They over fun, unique products for women. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, you'll find some great advice in this entrepreneur interview.
GreenLine Paper Founder Stephen E. Baker. It's always nice to be able to do well by doing good. Greenline Paper is making green by being green, and making the world a better place in the process.
Entrepreneur Interview Larry Peck. We talk with the founder of YourNameUniversity.com about his personalized academic apparel company.
Interview with the Founder of CHET'S Peanut Butter. Tari Harris Furey is running a successful peanut butter company. It was not easy going from the start, but she's managed to persevere and battle her way to success.
Real Estate Entrepreneur Jill Russo Foster. The Mortgage Arrangers is a leading Connecticut mortgage broker. We spent some time with the founder of the firm to get her perspective on starting a mortgage company.
Interview with SEEK-Consultants Founder Stacee Amos. Starting a marketing company just got a little easier. Stacee Amos explains how she did it, and you can learn a few key lessons from what she has to say.
Waterbabies Creator Dan Lauer. Dan Lauer is the founder of Lauer Toys and he sold over 17 million of his toys. That's impressive! We interviewed him to learn more about starting a toy company and to hear more about what he's doing now.
Entrepreneur Interview with Kristin Fraser Cotte. The Grapeseed Company has found a nice niche in the organic beauty products market. We talked to the founder about starting a beauty products company. She's doing great, so new entrepreneurs would do well to read this interview.
Starting a Photography Business Advice from Jeff McSweeney. With 25 years of experience taking photos, Jeff McSweeney offers some great value to his customers. We spoke to him about starting a photography business and how that's going for him.
LTDchix Co-Founder Nina Frye. Starting a T-shirt company? If so, you'll love to hear this story of how successful mompreneur Nina Frye and her partner Cindi Schmitzer have done so well.
We Speak With Bizhemia Founder Matt Goodman. Bizhemia is in the business of creating websites that get people's attention. They've taken an interesting approach that breaks a few of the more commonly accepted rules on how to start a company.
Interview with eDimensional Founder Michael Epstein. Michael Epstein started his very successful gaming accessories company when he was in college. He's a very talented entrepreneur who is just getting warmed up.
Entrepreneur Interview with Event Planner Stella Inserra. Looking for some entrepreneurial inspiration? Listen to what Stella Inserra has to say about starting a very successful wedding plan and event planning company.
Children's Book Insider Founder Jon Bard. There are many children's book writers out there, so it's natural that there's a market for resources that cater to these authors. Jon Bard started a company in that niche area, and he's been at it for nearly twenty years.
Interview with Junk Removal Entrepreneur Nick Friedman. Starting a moving company? If so, you'll want to hear what Nick Friedman has to say. He's the founder of a highly-respected national moving service called College Hunks Hauling Junk.
Five O'Clock Club Founder Kate Wendleton. This career coaching and outplacement firm is garnering national attention has a great outplacement solution for individuals and corporations. Find out what founder Kate Wendleton has to say about her entrepreneurial adventures so far.
Entrepreneur Interview with Jexbo Founder Jill Exler. Self-publishing authors have trouble getting into large bookstore chains, but there's a vibrant outlet for self-published books online. Jexbo.com was founded by Jill Exler, and she was kind enough to share her experience with us.
Interview with Meyer Industries Founder Ed Meyer. Ever since there were pests, there have been pest control entrepreneurs. We enjoyed a one-on-one conversation with Ed Meyer, founder of a pest control manufacturing company that makes Rodenator.
Organic Transformations Founder Christine Cortez. Gourd art is a popular pastime in the crafting world, but it takes some talent to do what Christine Cortez is doing. She's taken gourd art to a higher level, selling gourd purses, gourd jewelry boxes and more.
Interview with Innovative Crib Designs Founder Mary Anne Amato. Baby crib manufacturers can sleep well at night knowing they help babies to sleep well at night. We spoke with a leader in the industry, Innovative Crib Designs, to learn more about the baby cribs business.
Entrepreneur Interview with Angie Toussaint-Billingsly. Starting an event planning business requires minimal capital but it does take a fair bit of talent and skill to do well. We spoke with one successful entrepreneur in event planning to learn more about the event planning industry in general and about her experiences with her corporate meeting planning services company.
Interview with All Ways Consulting Founder Michelle Paquette. Helping other companies with business development and process improvement is the primary focus for All Ways Consulting. If you are thinking about starting a consulting company, you'll enjoy this featured entrepreneur interview.
Entrepreneur Interview with Qlubb Founder Sophia Chiang. Social networking is all the rage. We talk with a leader in the industry, the founder of Qlubb. Entrepreneur Sophia Chiang shares a few insights and lessons learned.
Flying Cart Founder Margo Baxter. If you want to start an online store, you'll want to take a close look at Flying Cart. We spent some time with the founder of the firm, Margo Baxter, to learn a little bit about what she's doing over at Flying Cart.
Gift List Media Founder Amy Bates Stumpf. Anybody who wants to promote a product needs to know how to get that product in front of important journalists, editors and producers. That's a need that is addressed by Gift List Media, a fast-growing firm in the media databases industry.
Interview with the Founder of American Writers & Artists. Teaching somebody how to make money on their own is an important service. We spent some time with an entrepreneur who helps others become entrepreneurs by starting their very own copywriting businesses.
Jasbina Ahluwalia, Founder of Intersections Matchmaking. Want to start a matchmaking service? Jasbina Ahluwalia is a lawyer turned matchmaker. Learn how she used her professional skills to open Intersections Matchmaking in California.
We Chat With TTB Technologies Founder John Boyd. John Boyd began TTB Technologies in order to provide business people with an effective meeting tool. His MeetWave.com site helps people meet offline.
Interview with Magician and Author Elliott Smith. Elliott Smith is an accomplished professional magician who has written a book about how to succeed as an entrepreneurial entertainer.
Talk With Tavalon Tea Founder John-Paul Lee. John-Paul Lee opened Tavalon Tea in 2005 with every penny he had. Now he runs a successful and innovative tea company.
Interview with SlimTree.com Founder Jas Singh. Jas Sing, a serial entrepreneur, shares with us his experiences starting a production company and Web TV channel.
Advice from GoodElements.com Founder Tim Quinn. Tim Quinn founded GoodElements.com in 2004 in Florida. Today it is a growing vegan health supplement company.
Interview with VIPDistinct Founder W. Glenn Bean. We all need a VIPDistinct in our lives. Meet W. Glenn Bean, founder of this luxury concierge service.
New York Bar Exam Prep Company. Starting a bar exam tutoring company is a funny undertaking. If you do your job well, you never see your customers again. We spent some time with Dr. Mary Campbell Gallagher, the founder of the leading New York bar exam preparation company to get her perspective on running a bar exam test prep company.
Basetwo Media Founder Jeff Pelletier. Jeff Pelletier joined forces with other freelancers to create Basetwo Media in Vancouver.
Interview with Just Movie Posters.Com Founder Ilena Di Toro. Ilena Di Toro started her home-based movie poster business in Philadelphia in 2000.
Good Clean Love Founder Wendy Strgar. Wendy Strgar founded Good Clean Love, an organic love products company, in Oregon in 2003.
Interview with The Chocolate Cake Club, Inc Founder Sue Kirchner. The Chocolate Cake Club sells products and unique gifts to busy parents through the company's online store. The business is based in Palatine, Illinois. We sat down with the founder, Sue Kirchner, to learn more about her venture.
We Talk With Native New Yorker Founder Sherri Lind. Native New Yorker has grown its independent restaurant into a franchise. For those of you who are thinking about starting a restaurant, this is a great read.
Interview with Blue Water Studio and Blue Water Style Founder Kimberly Phipps-Nichol. Kimberly Phipps-Nichol opened Blue Water Studio and Blue Water Style in 2004 with the help of her grandmother. Read about this fantastic environmental project and tips Kimberly has for new entrepreneurs.
The Black Accounting Services Founder Joy P. Black. Joy P. Black opened In The Black Accounting Services after leaving the IRS in 2000.
Interview with Coach for Living Founder Paula Holland De Long. Paula Holland De Long used her experience as a cancer survivor to help other patients through her Coach for Living firm.
ReachForce Founder Suaad Sait. Suaad Sait helps B2B companies identify potential leads at his company ReachForce.
Interview with OfficeArrow Cofounder Mike Lewis. Mike Lewis helps office professionals connect, learn and buy supplies through his online community, OfficeArrow.
DoodyCalls Founders Jacob and Susan D'Aniello. Jacob and Susan D'Aniello opened DoodyCalls in 2000 and began franchising in 2004. Learn how their love of the outdoors helped them develop this unique idea.
Chat With with Bazaarvoice Co-Founder Brant Barton. Brant Barton opened Bazaarvoice with Brett Hurt in 2006. Now they have offices in Austin, London, Paris, and Singapore.
Interview with Indiespace Founder Jeannie Novak. Jeannie Novak opened Indiespace, formally Kaleidospace, in 1994, making her an early pioneer in web-based businesses.
Insights from StinkyKids Founder Britt Menzies. Britt Menzies may sell t-shirts at StinkyKids, but her real focus is teaching kids to be a force for goodness.
Interview with Founder of Catherine Billam Coaching. Catherine Billam opened Catherine Billam Coaching after years of experience in corporate change management.
Advice from Bombilla & Gourd, Inc Co-founder Noah Krinick. Noah Krinick and two friends opened Bombilla & Gourd, Inc in 2006. They got their big break when Whole Foods put them on the shelf.
Interview with Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation Founder Mark Carr. Thinking about franchising your business? Mark Carr, founder of Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation took his local auto repair business national by franchising.
Six Disciplines Founder Gary Harpst. Gary Harpst had years of experience starting new businesses before founding Six Disciplines. Now he helps others start and grow businesses by executing strategies.
Interview with Fellon-McCord & Associates, LLC Co-founder Drew Fellon. Andrew R. (Drew) Fellon and John McCord opened Fellon-McCord & Associates, LLC in 1992.
We Talk With Veotag, Inc. Co-founder Jeff Paul. Jeff Paul co-founded Veotag, Inc in 2006 with the goal of helping other companies better manage their online media.
Richard Branson. Richard Branson is an English billionaire that is well known for his Virgin brand. He has been involved in several business ventures over the years. Recently, he has made news by establishing Virgin Galactic, which aims to take passengers to space and create a new market for space tourism. Richard Branson, as an entrepreneur, has been gifted with visionary ability.
Interview with DoodyCalls Founders Jacob and Susan D'Aniello. Jacob and Susan D'Aniello opened DoodyCalls in 2000 and began franchising in 2004. Learn how their love of the outdoors helped them develop this unique idea.
Bazaarvoice Co-founder Brant Barton. Brant Barton opened Bazaarvoice with Brett Hurt in 2006. Now they have offices in Austin, London, Paris, and Singapore.
Advice from Indiespace Founder Jeannie Novak. Jeannie Novak opened Indiespace, formally Kaleidospace, in 1994, making her an early pioneer in web-based businesses.
Entrepreneurial Insights from StinkyKids Founder Britt Menzies. Britt Menzies may sell t-shirts at StinkyKids, but her real focus is teaching kids to be a force for goodness.
Interview with Young Rembrandts Founder Bette Feder. You've probably heard of the franchise, Young Rembrandts. Meet the founder, Bette Fetter, and learn how she created this innovative and growing business.
Alpha Theory Founder Cameron Hight. Alpha Theory, LLC, created a web-based tool for hedge fund and mutual fund managers to maximize their portfolio returns. Meet Cameron Hight, the successful entrepreneur behind this cutting-edge financial tool.
We Talk With Rick Wittington. Rick Whittington started his consulting company in his home in 2005. Learn how he made his web site consulting company a success!
Interview with Bryan Ward, Founder of Friendly Computers. Meet Bryan Ward and his family. They started this family business in their garage. Now Friendly Computers is 16 years old and one of the largest computer repair franchises in the country.
Chatting with Delma Collins, Founder of AVC Sales & Service. Delma Collins has been a business owner since 1989. Learn how this seasoned founder of AVC Sales & Service has made her business a success.
Interview with Kopali Organics Co-Founder Zak Zaidman. Are you looking to start a business and change the world? Meet Zak Zaidman, co- founder of Kopali Organics, and learn how Kopali is helping the planet while selling some amazing snacks.
Spicy Pickle Co-Founder Tony Walker. We interview Tony Walker, co-founder and COO of Spicy Pickle, an eatery that makes some amazing sandwiches and boasts the world's best spicy pickle. Now expanding via franchising, Spicy Pickle is looking for experienced restaurant operators. Great business opportunity with a great franchisor!
Interview with Paul Baron, founder of HomeTownTimes.com. Thinking about starting an online news service? We talk with the founder of HomeTownTimes.com, who has built a successful franchise model for small town news.
Jessica Mandeville Interview, Part 1. Jessica Mandeville is the CEO of MyFashionPlate.com, a style website that allows users to stay organized with an online, interactive wardrobe. This interview discusses tips and strategies for entrepreneurs who want to be successful.
Jessica Mandeville Interview, Part 2. This is the second half of an interview with Jessica Mandeville, CEO of MyFashionPlate.com. We get in-depth advice on how to start your own web site business!
Interview with Online Business Entrepreneur Chandra Clarke. Chandra Clarke has tapped into the need for the perfectly written paper, newsletter, business plan or personal correspondence. If you are interested in starting an editing and proofreading business, you'll enjoy hearing about her entrepreneurial adventure.
Interview with Kidzsack Founder Tina Hill. Lots of Moms have great ideas pop into their heads as they go through the daily routine of raising a family. Tina Hill, founder of Kidzsack, has taken a moment of inspiration and turned it into a successful business. She is full of great tips for people interested in bringing their innovative product ideas to market.
Zac Brandenberg Interview. Zac Brandenberg is Founder and CEO of Hydra, an online ad network that focuses on performance-based advertising. Zac defines the overall vision for Hydra and oversees operations, strategic growth, business development and relationship management for this fast-growth company.