Sarah Max is a freelance writer in Bend, Ore. She has covered business and personal finance for more than a decade for such publications as BusinessWeek, CNNMoney.com, Money and The Wall Street Journal. In 2009 Sarah got a first-hand look at the ups and downs of entrepreneurship when she helped launch 1859 Oregon’s Magazine, a quarterly magazine and website for which she is executive editor.
A Rude Experience Inspires a 'Good' Brand
Kris Wittenberg vowed to put "Be Good to People" on a T-shirt after an unpleasant encounter. Five years later, she's ready to turn her sideline into a main event.
The Great Reinvention: How U.S. Cities Got Their Glow Back
We recap our special report on the entrepreneurial scene in the U.S, from New York and Houston to Boise and Baton Rouge, five years since the financial crisis.
A Snapshot of Startups in Small-Town America
Far from the maddening crowds, and five years since the financial crisis, we look at the entrepreneurship scene in Burlington, Vt.; Chico, Calif.; Lehi, Utah; Iowa City, Iowa; and Lansing, Mich.
A Backstage Tour of Orlando's Startups
Florida's "happiest place on earth" may be best known for mouse ears, but you'll find startups working on everything from healthy school lunches to hybrid geothermal systems.
Orlando Entrepreneurs Say Magic Is Returning
After suffering the double whammy of a housing crash and drop in tourism spending, Orlando's economy seems to have turned a corner.
A Look at Indy's Innovators
Forget the jokes about corn. Indiana's capital city is quietly rolling out solutions for everything from tracking scientific data and charitable donations to juggling kids' soccer schedules.
Indy's Entrepreneurs Make a Full-Court Press
Sure, Indianapolis is better known for basketball and car racing than entrepreneurship. But proponents say Indy is the best place to launch and grow a startup right now.
Stepping Inside Boise's Startup Scene
No one ever called Idaho's capital a busting metropolis. But its entrepreneurs know how to think big. Here's a look.
Boise Attracts Startups Seeking Quality of Life
Idaho's capital doesn't have the resources of a bubble town. But sustainable growth and mountain views are drawing entrepreneurs.
Let the Good Times Roll: Big Easy Kicks Off Entrepreneur Week
There's more to New Orleans than jazz and beignets. The city, which has been luring startups with new resources, gears up for its fifth Entrepreneur Week.
Behold Some of Baton Rouge's New Ventures
Louisiana's capital city is more than just the home of Louisiana State University. Here's a look at entrepreneurs setting up shop there.
Baton Rouge Turns Up the Heat With New Startups
The capital of Louisiana is a petrochemical and manufacturing hub, a thriving college town, and home to several hot startups.
The Incubator Bringing Washington D.C.'s Entrepreneurs Together
1776 Washington D.C.'s is 15,000-square-foot 'incubation platform' that includes an accelerator and co-working space.
A Look Inside Washington D.C.'s Startup Scene
Politicians aren't the only movers and shakers in the U.S. capital. A highly educated population and revitalized urban core make Washington, D.C., an ideal spot for launching a new venture, according
A Powerful City Finds Its Entrepreneurial Groove
With a crop of startups and hot new accelerators, Washington, D.C., finally has "density" when it comes to entrepreneurs.
Forget Silicon Alley. Stars Head to Houston for Pitch Contest
The Rice Business Plan Competition, set for April, is the biggest student competition of its kind -- and a symbol of Houston's thriving entrepreneurial side.
A Peek Inside Houston's Startup Scene
A low cost of living, diverse population, and deep ties to energy and life sciences are just a few of the perks for new ventures blowing out of H-town.
Startups Bubbling Up in Houston
Austin isn't the only Texas town launching new companies. Here's a look at what's happening in H-Town, five years since the financial crisis.
NY Tech Meetup's Jessica Lawrence on the Hottest Ticket in Town
The executive director of NY Tech Meetup talks about what the audience can expect at the city's influential monthly tech event.
A Glimpse Inside NYC's Startup Scene
In the years since the financial crisis, New York has become a startup magnet. Here's a look at a diverse mix of Gotham entrepreneurs.
Big Ideas in the Big Apple
Five years since the financial meltdown, we look at New York City's blossoming startup scene.
How Barbeque Helped Break Down Racial Barriers
John Parker recalls how his dad's BBQ joint, open in 1962, served black and white patrons alike. Today, he's keeping the legacy alive.
A New Take on Aging, From Silicon Valley
A senior home care franchise based in Palo Alto, Calif., and run by young staffers is looking to give its elderly clientele five-star treatment.
How to Stump: Storytelling Tips from the Campaign Trail
Entrepreneurs can learn a lot from Ann Romney, Bill Clinton, Michelle Obama and even Clint Eastwood about what to do (or not do) when standing in the spotlight.
A Winning Business Idea: Wine & Paint
So-called "paint and sip" franchises promise an evening of cheap entertainment -- and the satisfaction of creating your own work of art.
Beautify My Garage
It's no longer just a place to park the car or the lawn mower. A number of franchises are specializing in garage makeovers.
Get Organized! Cleaning Pros Offer Tips
Warm weather brings out the neat-freak impulse. Franchises that provide everything from decluttering to reorganizing supply their best advice.
'Hunger Games' Good for Business
Since its big-screen debut, 'The Hunger Games' has helped merchants hawk everything from nail polish to forest tours.
Franchises Get Social
Franchise companies, initially reluctant to embrace Facebook, Twitter and other social media, are finding ways to turn 'likes' and 'tweets' into dollars and cents.
Game On for Pizza Franchises
Forget football. Sales of America's favorite food will skyrocket on Super Bowl Sunday. That's good news for these pizza franchises.Most Popular
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