Back in 2018, two friends decided they’d had enough of the babywearing industry leaving them—and countless others—out in the cold. Most carriers felt terrible to use if you weren’t a small size, and popular options quickly vanished from shelves. Instead of just complaining, they chose to change thin
Latosha Veney had zero experience with cigars when she took over Tailored Smoke, a Newport News lounge, after a business partnership fell through. Two years later, she's not just running the place—she’s built it into a must-visit spot where smokers gather to relax and socialize. The lounge recently
A 2025 Stanford graduate spent months applying for jobs without success. After graduating, they still hadn't secured a full-time role despite seven years of marketing experience, including work for tech companies during college. Many applicants, including recent grads and laid-off workers, competed
Veteran Cody Krepline turned his love of slow‑cooked meats into a thriving food truck called Sloppy Hog BBQ. After serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, he found that preparing barbecue for his fellow soldiers soothed the memories of war. When he left the National Guard, he decided to share that comfort
A recent fair in North Charleston let a group of young entrepreneurs show off their own businesses. Twenty-one kids set up booths in Park Circle, selling homemade treats, 3D‑printed items and handmade bracelets. After each child made a sale, they rang a bell to celebrate their success. Volunteers ju
For nearly twenty years, a Georgia-based photographer built a reputation by capturing the essence of local dining spots. Her work appeared everywhere from restaurant websites to social feeds, often in partnership with well-known hospitality brands. But this spring, she took a leap most creatives avo
Ryan Gebhardt, a senior at Sterling High School, has earned the title of Student of the Month for March. While many students juggle classes and after-school activities, Ryan stands out for blending real-world learning with academic goals. Instead of just reading about business, he took the leap into
The story begins with a woman who spent years in high‑pressure jobs at places like Bank of America and a tech consulting firm. She led big teams, managed projects worth millions, and felt she had “made it” in business. Yet something deeper tugged at her every day. When she was 26, after already h
When Nasha Fitter’s three-year-old daughter got a rare genetic diagnosis in 2017, the internet wasn’t much help. Search results were useless, doctors didn’t know what was coming next, and Facebook groups became the closest thing to a lifeline—even if the advice there wasn’t always reliable. Fitter
A man who once balanced spreadsheets in Boston now balances fabric and fit for NFL, NHL, WWE, and MLB athletes. After years of working at investment firms, he discovered a passion for tailoring that started as a hobby—designing sharp suits on Instagram to impress friends. In 2014, a Kansas City Chie
