In the 1980s, Nike's basketball division was struggling. So, co-founder Phil Knight took a huge risk: he invested their entire $250, 000 marketing budget into a 21-year-old rookie named Michael Jordan. This groundbreaking five-year, $2. 5 million deal marked the start of a lasting partnership. Fast
Dan Abrams, a prominent figure in NewsNation's primetime lineup, will be leaving his regular 9 p. m. slot early next year. On a recent episode, Abrams shared that his busy schedule, including managing multiple media businesses, makes it difficult to balance his responsibilities. The entrepreneur run
It's a new day for Darien's business community. Mayor Joseph Marchese dropped a surprise announcement on Thursday. The city has taken over the chamber of commerce's events and hired its former executive director. This is all part of the new Darien Business Alliance, which the City Council has just a
Back in the 90s, FedEx jumped into the LTL business by acquiring Viking Freight and American Freightways. The idea was to offer a full package of shipping options, from small parcels to large truckloads. This strategy was similar to its rival, UPS. However, as the years passed and the shipping world
Can you believe it? A doughnut shop in Indiana is still using Commodore 64 computers as cash registers after 42 years! These trusty machines, known for their durability, are helping run the Hilligross Bakery in Brownsburg. It might seem outdated, but they seem to be doing just fine. The bakery has g
In 2025, Yamaha is making big waves in the world of music tech. They're setting up a new company in Silicon Valley called Yamaha Music Innovations LLC. This isn't just a office, it's a powerhouse designed to find and invest in the best music startups. Yamaha wants to get in on the ground floor of th
In the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, farmers, business owners, and homeowners across the southeastern United States find themselves in limbo. The storms left behind devastation, with Helene alone causing over $60 billion in damage, primarily in North Carolina. Congress is grappling with
Ever heard of Trump Media and Technology Group, or TMTG? It's a company that's been making headlines lately, especially with the former president's son, Don Jr. , taking over. But what's the story behind it? The former president handed over a significant chunk of his shares, about 59% or 114. 75 mil
In the heart of Oakland, there's a big empty space that's been causing quite a stir. For years, people have been trying to figure out what to do with the ground-floor market hall at 55 Harrison St. in Jack London Square. The building is huge, with five stories and over 187, 000 square feet of space.
As Donald Trump prepares for his second term, his vast business empire is raising eyebrows. Back in 2017, he promised to keep his business, the Trump Organization, separate from his presidential duties. But his interests have grown, and so have the questions. He now owns a majority stake in Truth So
