Main Street Entrepreneur: Page 4
Building a Lasting Local Presence
In this episode, hear from Joey Carioti, Manager of Cranky Al's, and reviewer Chadrick about what makes this small local business special and how it continues to thrive.
How One Entrepreneur Is Attempting to Revolutionize the Mexican Food Industry -- And Change the World -- Using One Unexpected Ingredient
Here are three lessons Hector Saldívar has learned on his journey to bring the bold flavors of his Mexican home straight into our kitchens.
The Best Advice from Year One
Business owners talk about the stressors and reality of online reviews, and consumers share what makes them want to write a review.
A Combination of Communication and Organization
Closet America is all about organization, beauty and joy. It's what they do, and how they do it, and each department works together to create a memorable customer experience.
Why This VC Is on a Mission to Get More Women to Write Checks for Female-Led Businesses
Here are three lessons Linnea Roberts shares on her journey building GingerBread Capital.
Making the Details Count
After embarking on countless memorable trips together to Greece and Turkey, Rob van den Blink and two of his friends had the idea of bringing the Aegean dining experience to their home in Miami.
The Importance of Communication
According to Megan and Tom Gibbings, communication is the most important component of their successful veterinary practice. They've found it's what sets them apart, and when there's been a challenge or a sticking point, it boils down to a lapse or failure in communication.
The Power of Having Core Values
From the customer experience, down to the employee experience, owner Brian Batch explains that with a core value of "this is fun for us,' it's important that team members feel happy and supported; which ultimately translates to great consumer experiences as well.
How This Founder Is Making Room for Modest Fashion: 'You Don't Need to Change Who You Are to Fit In'
Henna & Hijabs' mission is to provide options that did not exist in the fashion space before. Here are three lessons Hilal Ibrahim offers to founders starting businesses that are disrupting the status quo.
Taking Advantage of Going Virtual
What happens when two interior designers from opposite coasts merge somewhere in the middle? Adriele Graham and Elizabeth Berry, the duo behind interior design firm House Meraki, discuss adapting their practices to weather the pandemic.
Family Heritage Provides Recipe for Success at Nirvana Soul Coffee in San Jose
Despite the challenge of opening their doors during a pandemic, this sister-owned outpost is thriving in the Bay Area.
Social Media is Here to Stay
Nestled in the crossroads of downtown Kansas City, Missouri, KC Wineworks is not your typical winery.
This Entrepreneur Is Challenging Us to Rethink What's In Our Closets. Here's What She's Learned Along the Way.
Here are the three lessons Karla Gallardo, founder and CEO of Cuyana, shares on building a company that is challenging customers to build a smarter wardrobe.
How An Independent Record Store Capitalized on Demand in Nyack, New York
Main Street Beat has focused on both nostalgia and the current scene with their selection of records, books and clothing in a thriving business district.
How an Iowa Bakery Owner Built a Franchise From Scratch
Scratch Cupcakery founder Natalie Brown has grown her business with a customer-first philosophy (and an excellent product, too).