When I left a 20-year career as a journalist and editor to launch a brand of weighted stuffed animals, my friends and colleagues were shocked. Frankly, I was too. But I knew my career shift was the culmination of a lifelong mission. My family arrived in Columbus, Ohio, from Russia in the 80s when I…
TikTok has become more than just a social media platform—it’s a powerful tool for small businesses to connect, grow, and thrive. But with a potential nationwide ban looming, Houston entrepreneur Elisa Monreal is worried about what this could mean for her floral business, Angelic Elegance by Alyssa. TikTok: A vital tool for growth Monreal’s business…
Student Team Just Right Clothing from Draper Park Middle School answer judges’ questions about their product. Clara Jensen @clarajensnpictures Getting funding from investors for a startup is a major challenge for most founders, including sixth graders from Draper Park Middle School, located in the Draper suburb of Salt Lake City, Utah, who are learning how…
