Fatheadz: Success in the Supersized Eyewear Business
Read the story of how Rico Elmore started Fatheadz, a line of sunglasses and prescription eyewear for people with big heads.
Alissa Harakal: How to Succeed in the Personal Fitness Training Business
One source of growth in the multi-billion dollar fitness industry has been the use of personal fitness trainers in health clubs and in private studios. Learn how to succeed in the personal fitness business from personal trainer Alissa Harakal
Holli Harris: Creating Tailored Clothing for Nursing Moms
Holli Harris, designer and founder of HadleyStilwell, as created a mom-focused clothing line for breastfeeding and pumping appropriate for the boardroom or the playground.
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Success Stories
Fatheadz: Success in the Supersized Eyewear Business
Bigger isn’t always better — especially if you can’t find something in your size in the stores. Rico Elmore, 6’3” and 300 lbs. with a big head to match, always find shopping for sunglasses an exercise in futility. The traditional pair of sunglasses either don’t fit him; or if he could squeeze his head into it, bouts of headaches are... [Read more]
Emily Kane: Meeting the Challenges of Breastfeeding with Milkmakers
One of the most exciting and empowering aspects of motherhood is breastfeeding. But for some women, the whole process of breastfeeding can be challenging, even difficult. Moreso when the new mom is returning to work, as Emily Kane experienced. When she came back to work, Emily realized that she needed help to keep up her milk supply. The stress of juggling... [Read more]
Alissa Harakal: How to Succeed in the Personal Fitness Training Business
With the increasing focus on healthy living, balanced nutrition and exercise, the fitness industry has experienced tremendous growth in recent years. One of the biggest source of growth in the multi-billion dollar fitness industry has been the use of personal fitness trainers in health clubs and in private studios. Alissa Harakal (www.bodydesignbyalissa.com) is... [Read more]
Holli Harris: Creating Tailored Clothing for Nursing Moms
Breastfeeding is a very special time for a mom and her baby. However, the whole process and logistics of breastfeeding can be challenging for new moms when they have to go out of the house. More so when they return to work and pump in the office. Holli Harris, designer and founder of HadleyStilwell (www.hadleystilwell.com), understands this challenge.... [Read more]
10 Successful Entrepreneurs Who Started In College
The common line of thought is that a career does not start until after college. Many college students have summer jobs and work study positions, but very few consider these careers. While graduation is traditionally the time in which people start discussing careers, many individuals have successfully begun their careers in the midst of their academic... [Read more]
Susan Butler: The Shaping of a CEO
The characteristics of being a CEO include the following: being a visionary, being future focused, change when change is necessary, having a board of directors, making things happen, taking responsibility and investing time – to name a few. I remember in an early stage of my career, I mentioned that I proactively changed my direction every three... [Read more]
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