In 2020, at the height of Covid lockdowns, Mikey Kim found himself without a job and confined to his apartment. What began as a hobby in his cramped Los Angeles apartment became Hemlock Park, a thriving all-natural candle business. As customer demand grew and candles overtook his living space, Mikey relocated to Reno, Nevada, taking…
While living with roommates after college and serving as a campus minister, Asher Frailey began crafting custom furniture for his Fort Worth, Texas home. When a record console he posted on Facebook Marketplace sold immediately — and more requests for custom pieces came in — Asher, an architect by training, knew he had the beginnings…
A veteran of the high-end leather furniture industry, Luca Ricci found himself disappointed by the quality of many luxury consumer brands’ leather goods. Sensing an opportunity, in 2017, he launched his own leather goods business, The Dust Company. Handcrafted by a team of eight Italian artisans and featuring classic designs and colors, the Dust Company’s…
Ten years ago, Kent Yoshimura and Ryan Chen — elite athletes and best friends — had a bold idea: They wanted to make a product that improved people’s energy, focus, and productivity, but was more portable and effective than an energy drink. The result was Neuro Gum, an all-natural chewing gum containing energizing ingredients, including…
I’d prefer a steep rooftop to a state regulatory-agency hearing any day of the week — but this past Wednesday, I spoke at a California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) meeting
Black entrepreneurs are central to innovation and growth in the United States. From launching unique businesses to creating jobs and strengthening their local communities, they continue to shape the economy and inspire future generations. Yet they continue to face systemic barriers, including limited access to funding — Black entrepreneurs received just 0.5% of U.S. venture…
It’s National Data Privacy Week, which the Federal Privacy Council says is a time to talk about “respecting privacy, safeguarding data, and enabling trust.
Glendale, Arizona Pet-products industry veteran Jessica Berger launched Bundle x Joy in 2022. The dog-care brand offers healthy food, treats, and toys for dogs, and stylish merch for proud dog moms. With a core mission of empowerment, the business partners with local and women-owned businesses and donates three percent of every purchase to support women…