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The Business of Building Artificial Reefs

The Business of Building Artificial Reefs

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An aquatic exhibits designer crafts a plan to reinvigorate his state's marine life and fishing industry.
April 26, 2011 in Success Stories
For This Entrepreneur, Velvet Elvis Paintings Were Just the Start

For This Entrepreneur, Velvet Elvis Paintings Were Just the Start

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A Portland painter finds her niche with customized paintings on the 1970s' favorite fuzzy fabric.
April 26, 2011 in Success Stories
SaleSpider: A New Business Matchmaker Site

SaleSpider: A New Business Matchmaker Site

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With online dating sites as an inspiration, the founder of SaleSpider.com developed a site that connects small and midsize businesses with big opportunities
April 26, 2011 in Success Stories
Nine Notable Pizza Entrepreneurs

Nine Notable Pizza Entrepreneurs

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Here's proof that not all pizza is created equal.
April 26, 2011 in Success Stories
An Entrepreneur Helps Turn Unmentionable Business into a Fancy Affair

An Entrepreneur Helps Turn Unmentionable Business into a Fancy Affair

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An Atlanta entrepreneur helps turn unmentionable business into a fancy affair.
March 22, 2011 in Success Stories
The Innovators: HARO's Peter ShankmanPlay Video

The Innovators: HARO's Peter Shankman (Video)

The founder of a service that connects journalists and sources talks about work, fun and trust.
March 18, 2011 in Success Stories
From Rock Bottom to Rebirth

From Rock Bottom to Rebirth

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How a commercial graphics company discovered new markets for a business rebound.
March 14, 2011 in Success Stories
Beyond Plain-Vanilla: Reinventing Ice Cream

Beyond Plain-Vanilla: Reinventing Ice Cream

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How Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams found success in pricey pints.
March 8, 2011 in Success Stories
When Whiffling is Good Business

When Whiffling is Good Business

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Can a boyhood dream become a successful sports league?
March 8, 2011 in Success Stories
YouTube: An Unexpected Haven for Entrepreneurs

YouTube: An Unexpected Haven for Entrepreneurs

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A growing number of people are raking in big bucks from YouTube's advertising partnership program.
March 7, 2011 in Success Stories
How Goodreads Got Started

How Goodreads Got Started

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By tapping into the collective popularity of books, Goodreads quickly built a devoted following in the multiple millions.
February 22, 2011 in Success Stories
How Startup Weekend Got Its Start

How Startup Weekend Got Its Start

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This crash course for would-be entrepreneurs is hard-core.
February 22, 2011 in Success Stories
Custom Jewelry Goes Online for 'Generation Me'

Custom Jewelry Goes Online for 'Generation Me'

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Matt Lauzon's Gemvara puts the 'me' in e-commerce.
February 22, 2011 in Success Stories
A 'Kingpin' of Reinvention

A 'Kingpin' of Reinvention

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Tom Shannon's chain of bowling alleys breaks the suburb stereotype.
February 15, 2011 in Success Stories
Dating Sites For -- and By -- Entrepreneurs

Dating Sites For -- and By -- Entrepreneurs

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Business owners find a market niche in their unique relationship dilemma.
February 14, 2011 in Success Stories
The New Kid Craze: A Tiny, Squishy Toy in a Plastic Bubble

The New Kid Craze: A Tiny, Squishy Toy in a Plastic Bubble

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Pull with mommy bloggers and big-box stores helped an entrepreneur create a new fad. Look out, SillyBandz.
February 1, 2011 in Success Stories
A Nonprofit Gives Tampa Kids Resources to Do Their Homework

A Nonprofit Gives Tampa Kids Resources to Do Their Homework

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An IT company leader works to provide technology and education to Tampa kids.
January 25, 2011 in Success Stories

Philanthropy as a Business Model?

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Dancing Deer Baking Co. has made philanthropy an integral part of its business -- and it's still coming out on top.
December 31, 2010 in Success Stories
OpenIndie.com: Reeling in Funds from Fans

OpenIndie.com: Reeling in Funds from Fans

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How crowdfunding financed a startup to help filmmakers flourish.
December 28, 2010 in Success Stories
A Site to Fight Cyber Bullying Gets Funding

A Site to Fight Cyber Bullying Gets Funding

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SocialShield's platform for monitoring kids' online activity attracts $10 million in funding.
December 21, 2010 in Success Stories
Making a Fermented Tea Trendy

Making a Fermented Tea Trendy

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Two Silicon Valley entrepreneurs give kombucha a champagne-colored makeover.
December 21, 2010 in Success Stories
It Passes the Mom Test

It Passes the Mom Test

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A former law student develops an online business that lets anyone -- even his tech-challenged mother -- create a website.
December 21, 2010 in Success Stories
Social Media Tactics to Boost Holiday Sales

Social Media Tactics to Boost Holiday Sales

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A look at how three online businesses are using the social web to drive revenues.
December 20, 2010 in Success Stories
Trend-Spotter: The Man Behind Silly Bandz

Trend-Spotter: The Man Behind Silly Bandz

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How Robert Croak turned rubber bands into a craze and his plans for the next big thing.
December 8, 2010 in Success Stories
The Pub Hits the Road

The Pub Hits the Road

It sounds like the wackiest idea ever: A bar on wheels powered by brew-pounding pedalers.
November 23, 2010 in Success Stories
How I Survived My First Year Without Any Venture Capital

How I Survived My First Year Without Any Venture Capital

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Brooke Moreland, of Fashism.com, worked two jobs and ran her business on a shoe-string budget until she got her big-break.
November 9, 2010 in Success Stories
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