Interior designer Nicole Gibbons knew she could create a better interior paint brand. She also knew she couldn’t bootstrap the process.
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This Franchisor Leans on His Experience In the Military to Lead His Team
As the director of operations for Dogtopia, Air Force Vet Jeff Farnell knows it’s all about people.
Supermodel Karlie Kloss’s Lesson to Young Women: Never Be Afraid to Ask Questions!
The Project Runway host built a coding school, Kode With Klossy, to inspire a generation of tech-savvy women. But her real mission, she says, is much broader.
She Sold Botox in Beverly Hills. Now She’s Changing the Industry’s Face
Nicci Levy wanted to create a better experience for women who got medical skincare treatments. Three years later, Alchemy 43 has locations on both coasts.
How These Teen Sisters Make $20 Million a Year
Da Bomb Bath started as a hobby when Caroline and Isabel Bercaw were in middle school. Six years later, their products are sold nationwide.
How Franchising Helped This Founder Scale His Business
Former NFL player Tafa Jefferson launched a business to provide care to senior citizens. But he couldn’t do it on his own.
This Franchisee Ditched a High-Powered Corporate Career to Run Her Own Cycling Studios
Lisa Locker spent decades climbing the corporate ladder. But as a CycleBar franchisee, she’s found a whole new challenge.
From Bankruptcy to $87 Million in Funding: How Tamara Mellon Saved Her Namesake Brand
The Jimmy Choo co-founder has faced plenty of hurdles as an entrepreneur. But now, she’s clinging tight to her vision — and finding new levels of success.
What It’s Like to Be Mentored by Gwyneth Paltrow
The actress and CEO chats with her mentee, the cofounder of Maisonette, about finding support as an entrepreneur.
She Was Rejected On Shark Tank. Then She Used That To Her Advantage.
Melissa Butler knew her line of brightly colored lipsticks would be a hit. So when the beauty industry ignored her, she kept moving forward.