Immigrant Entrepreneurs

Starting a Business

As a First-Gen Immigrant Founder, My Business Is More Than Just Income — It's a Legacy For My Kids. Here's How I Balance Work and Family.

I always had the desire to find creative solutions to life challenges, leading me to start my own business in 2007 as a first-generation immigrant from Taiwan. But after starting a family, it took on a new meaning.

Franchise

How Immigrating From Argentina to the Bronx at 11 Prepared Her For Life as a Franchisee

Vanesa Ellis was no expert in mosquitos or lawn care, but other experiences made her a perfect fit for two home-care brands.

Growing a Business

'You Need to be a Non-Expert': Why Billionaire Naveen Jain Believes Outsiders Make the Best Entrepreneurs

Naveen Jain founded microbiome testing and supplements company Viome by believing he didn't need expertise to disrupt an industry.

Starting a Business

How To Start Your Own Business As An Immigrant In The United States

Here are some steps anyone can take when considering innovating in the United States and creating their own business.

Thought Leaders

How This Immigrant Founder and 'Shark Tank' Star is Changing How Kids Wash Their Hands

Here are the three lessons Shubham Issar has learned from building SoaPen.

Thought Leaders

How This Former Investment Banker Tapped into 5,000-Year-Old Skincare Traditions to Start His Own Brand

As Neel Patel builds his skincare brand Après Pacific, here are three lessons he has learned along the way.

Thought Leaders

In a Land of Entrepreneurs: Is America Doing Enough for Refugees and Immigrants?

Immigrants are more likely to start businesses than members of the native population. But to do so, they first need credit.

Thought Leaders

How Growing Up in a Communist Country Made Me the Leader I Am

Formative years in 1970s Poland impacted every aspect of my life, and taught me lifelong lessons that continue to enrich and empower.

Thought Leaders

How to Find the Right Mentor: Insights From an Immigrant Entrepreneur

Why empathizing with the unique challenges and perspectives of an immigrant business owner can be vital in an advisor, plus tips on finding the right one.

Starting a Business

For Immigrants Looking to Start a Business in the U.S., It All Comes Down to Long-Term Vision and Strategy

Setting a strategy and choosing the right visa are critical for immigrants starting businesses in the U.S.

Thought Leaders

From Student to Tech-Startup Founder, How an Immigrant Entrepreneur Was Able to Thrive in the U.S.

Thriving in the United States as an immigrant is hard. Here are the steps this entrepreneur took to become a CEO in New York.

Thought Leaders

U.S. Immigration Through the International Entrepreneur Parole Program

The relaunched program aims to provide a new immigration solution for business owners looking to relocate to the United States.

Business News

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Is Suspended. What Happens Now?

The article provides insights on the future of the EB-5 program post-suspension