Small Business Profiles
From Brothers to Entrepreneurs: Hardmill and Readywares’ Digital Journeys
When Ryan Barrie worked at a restaurant during college, he wanted a rugged apron that would withstand the demands of daily use. Unable to find an apron that met his needs, he crafted a leather one and started selling aprons with the help of his brother Michael. The brothers launched their company Hardmill in 2012,…
Hand-Poured Candle Company Succeeds by Selling Online
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…
Meet Frailey Woodworks: A Family Business Selling Nationwide with Online Tools
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…
Online Tools Help Share Italian Leather-Crafting Tradition Worldwide
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…
Chewing Gum Success: How Neuro Gum Uses Online Tools & Retail Strategies to Thrive
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…
With Amazon’s Help, Dog-Care Brand Helps Empower Women
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…
Recipe for Success: Cookware Company Thrives Thanks to Amazon’s Digital Tools
Dallas, Texas An enthusiastic “mom chef,” Asha Kangralkar sought better cookware: stock pots that weren’t too heavy to lift when they were full of soup, saucepans whose handles didn’t get scorching hot, frying pans that didn’t spatter oil all over the cooktop. Unable to find what she wanted, Asha — a trained engineer — decided…
Entrepreneur Uses Digital Tools to Build “Bedder Bedding”
Denver, CO Colin McIntosh has always had an entrepreneurial spirit. After losing his first job because he didn’t quite fit in at a hedge fund, he found his way into tech startups that better fit his casual personality. It wasn’t long before he had an idea for a new business: He could shake up the…
Luna Sundara: Digital Tools Help Aromatherapy Business Thrive
Rahway, N.J. As Sandra Manay got in touch with her spirituality, she noticed the popularity of aromatherapy oils and incense made from palo santo wood, which has medicinal and therapeutic properties. Seeing a niche in the market, Sandra founded Luna Sundara with her partner, Thomas Konik, in 2015. The business sells palo santo incense, oil,…
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