Starting a business from scratch is tough, but turning a side hustle into a billion-dollar company? That's next-level. Steve Sonnenberg, the CEO of Awardco, did just that. His secret? He's not afraid to take risks or face setbacks. In fact, he sees them as part of the journey. "Starting is my superp
Business networks are like big puzzles. They are made up of many parts, and these parts are not all the same. Some parts are closer together. Others are further apart. This is what makes the network complex. Think of a network as a city. In a city, there are neighborhoods. Some neighborhoods are ri
Five men in Michigan thought they could outsmart the system. They pretended to be a minority-owned business to get contracts. They lied for years. They stole millions from the government. Now, they are paying the price. The men owned a surveying company. They called it Surveying Solutions Inc. , or
A well-known place in Niles, the White Eagle Events and Convention Center, is saying goodbye forever at the end of this year. This spot has seen big names like a pope, a president, and famous stars. It all started in 1947 in Chicago, but moved to Milwaukee Avenue in 1967. The place was a big deal i
SkySparc is making waves in Norway with the launch of its new office in Oslo. This isn't just about opening a new door; it's about strengthening ties and diving deeper into the Nordic market. The company, known for its digital transformation solutions, is now bringing its expertise closer to home fo
Ocado, a UK-based online grocery store turned tech company, has faced a significant setback in its ambitious plans. The company, which once aimed to revolutionize online grocery delivery, has hit a snag with its major partner, Kroger. Kroger, a large US retailer, has decided to scale back its partne
Vena, a standout in the tech world, has made it to the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list. This list celebrates the fastest-growing companies in North America across various sectors, including technology, media, and life sciences. What makes Vena special? It's the only AI-powered planning platf
Callaway is making some big changes. They're selling most of their Topgolf shares for about $1. 1 billion. This ends a 19-year partnership. The buyer is a private-equity firm from Los Angeles called Leonard Green. Topgolf is a fun golf entertainment place. It's known for its high-tech ball tracking
Kathy Ireland, famous for her modeling and business career, has added a new role to her resume: commercial fisherman. She's now part of the crew on her husband's fishing boat, the 4th Watch, out of Santa Barbara, California. This isn't just a hobby for Ireland; she's fully committed, having obtained
Cardiff, Inc. just secured a major revolving credit line from a big U. S. bank. This isn't just any loan; it's a game-changer for small business financing. The money will help Cardiff lend more and grow faster. Why does this matter? Small businesses often struggle to get loans from traditional bank
