Startups Magazine: March 2012

Forget fantasy sports. This is the real-life team you should have in place for your business to thrive.

As women continue to launch companies at a rate exceeding the national average, here's a look into the growth trends of their enterprises.

When winning isn't enough, Kiip offers mobile gamers real-world rewards for virtual triumphs--a win-win for developers and advertisers

Dissatisfied with options for online storefronts, a snowboard seller and his friend built one themselves. Now thousands of other businesses use their customizable store builder.

More credit unions are offering business loans, and their interest rates and fees are often lower than at commercial banks. What's more, their loan officers typically have more flexibility and decision-making ability than those at larger institutions.

Our annual Franchise 500 listing reveals 14 sectors where franchising is booming with opportunity. Here's a look.

Whether your office is the local coffee shop or your pickup truck, here are some tools to consider taking along for the ride

A Dale Carnegie top executive reveals who you need and where to find them.

As Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt franchisees, sports luminaries show their softer side.