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3 Promising Green Startups Attracting Millions From Investors
BY Arlene Weintraub
On Earth Day, we take a look at a crop of promising startups attempting to combat climate change.
Bright Idea: Startup Aims to Advance Solar Energy in Developing Countries
BY Sarah J. Robbins
With a low-cost technology, 21-year-old Eden Full seeks to make solar energy more efficient and affordable.
Tipping Its Hat to a Younger Generation, Pukka Headwear Finds Success in the Golf Industry
BY Lisa Girard
After years of struggle, the golf cap company stands out in a crowded market with a customized approach to selling.
A Young Entrepreneur's Quick Path to Profitability
BY Logan Kugler
A new spin on a tech necessity propeled Eastern Collective's quick success.
How Jay-Z Went From Music Mogul to Sports Agent
BY Brian Patrick Eha
A timeline of the life and career of Shawn 'Jay-Z' Carter, who transformed himself into a $450-million brand.
Health-Tech Incubators See Influx of Startups
BY Arlene Weintraub
A look at how incubators are affected by the new health-care law, often referred to as Obamacare, which provides financial incentives to providers that embrace technology.
Former Software Engineer Takes a High-Tech Approach to Farming
BY Jodi Helmer
How PodPonics transformed an unused lot in Atlanta into a productive farm.
Turning Passion Into Profits: An Investment Banker Goes to the Dogs
BY Joanna L. Krotz
She left a banking career in New York for a sunnier life in California. Now, Andrea Servadio is co-founder of Fitdog Sports Club, which must grow to stay ahead of the pack.
How YouTube Went From Startup to the World's Largest Video-Sharing Site
BY Megan Rose Dickey
Twenty-two key turning points in the social media company's history.
Couple Entrepreneurs Rekindle Romance by Starting Up
BY Emily Meehan
While it's not uncommon for married couples to go into business together, on this Valentine's Day we take a look at those who started a business inspired by their own love.
Social Engagement Boosts Quirky Clothing Line
BY Jennifer Wang
Online fashion upstart Betabrand is on a mission to create the world's first truly social clothing company.
College Entrepreneur Creates Wireless Headphones
BY Jodi Helmer
A young DJ mixes up a wireless sound solution with his startup EarTop.
Play Video Limor Fried on Making DIY Look Easy (Video)
BY Diana Ransom
The founder of Adafruit Industries offers insights into how she managed to build a small empire from castaway Altoid tins and other common household items -- and secure the title of Entrepreneur of 2012.
Play Video Barbara Corcoran on Projecting a Big Image and Living Up to It (Video)
BY Barbara Corcoran
Multimillionaire Barbara Corcoran shares lessons about the power of perception and why you should expand before you're ready at Entrepreneur's recent Growth Conference.Ads by Google
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"I love to compete. I want to get out there and kick your ass in the business world. That is what inspires me."
Ben Kaufman
Founder, Quirky Inc.
"I'm inspired by the Empire State Building. Probably not many people know that it was built in one year and 45 days."
Alexander Mendeluk
Co-founder of SpiritHoods
"When I see people bridging the gap between the limitations that the 'real world' imposes and what they realize they can manifest."
Bret Michaels
Musician, entrepreneur
"The secret to success lies in the gap between dream and reality."
Scott Heiferman
Meetup Co-founder
"I'm more inspired by the 20-somethings who are going to change the world. They have much less respect for the status quo and are seeing the world in a fresh way, many of them."
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