By listening to her community and reacting quickly, Mariam Naficy built a business bigger than her wildest visions.
Author archives: Stephanie Schomer
This Female Founder Leans on Her Best Friend for Business Advice — And Even Recruited Her to Join Her Company
Anna-Mieke Anderson, founder of ethical diamond brand MiaDonna, has relied on pal Melanie Ware since the two were 11 years old.
This Franchise’s Publicist Loved the Company So Much, She Became a Franchisee
After years representing franchises, Ellie Lamonaca fell hard and fast for Conserva Irrigation.
When Their Investor Bailed, These Female Founders Launched Their Company Anyway
Riawna Capri and Nikki Lee bootstrapped a single hair salon in Hollywood. When a client requested a braiding style, the stylists decided to ‘own’ the trend.
How These Franchisees Became Franchisors
Whether they started a new brand or bought their parent company, these four entrepreneurs took the leap and became the big boss.
What Franchises Should Look for in a Law Firm
How to find a lawyer who will focus more on moving your business forward and less on billable hours.
Lilly Singh Conquered YouTube — Now She’s Taking On Hollywood
With a new gig as one of NBC’s late-night talk show hosts, the comedian and content creator is ready to tackle traditional media.
How Coachella and an Old Postal Truck Helped Launch Ice Cream Brand Coolhaus
The founders of the beloved sweet treat started small and scrappy — and now they’re ready to take over the ice cream aisle.
How This College Dropout Created a Fast-Growing But ‘Culture-First’ Hollywood PR Agency
As founder and CEO of Metro PR, Tess Finkle has built a business that serves its clients and employees alike.
How One Bag Fits Every Shopping Cart
The founders of Lotus Trolley, a reusable shopping bag system, measured shopping carts across the globe to build a product that would work for all customers.