How Akron Honey makes customers the heroes of its story
For Akron Honey founder Brent Wesley, running a successful urban honey business is about building a community and making a change in his Akron, Ohio neighborhood, one vacant lot at a time.
Topic: Inspirational stories
Sometimes you just need a little inspiration. Go behind the business with hair stylists, mechanics, chefs, and more who saw a need and turned it into a community. Fellow business owners share how they stay motivated, advice that helps them grow, and other lessons from their entrepreneurial journey.
64 posts in Inspirational stories
Turning trash into treasure with Evanston Rebuilding Warehouse
Illinois nonprofit Evanston Rebuilding Warehouse shares how its “sustainable deconstruction” model—taking buildings apart and repurposing their parts—not only conserves resources but also empowers people with barriers to employment to find their niche as home contractors.
How Fairmount Bicycles built the shop its neighborhood needed
From customer service to local involvement, Fairmount Bicycles is a model for how bike shops can support and reflect the communities they serve.
Building confidence in young women—one tool and tiara at a time
Meet Judaline Cassidy, the activist plumber breaking barriers for women in construction and inspiring the next generation through her nonprofit, Tools & Tiaras.
Serving sweet moments for all at Mina’s World
Editor's note: This business has permanently closed. When partners Sonam Parikh and Kate Egghart decided to open Mina’s World, they set about creating the...
How a Korean twist on American staples is uniting cultures
From childhood friendship to Chicagoland favorite, 10Q Chicken brings unique Korean-American twists to classic fried chicken, delighting locals with every bite.
A mother-daughter duo’s vision for diversity in yoga
A shared vision and commitment to accessibility helped Eb & Flow Yoga Studio become a Sedona favorite for diverse yoga experiences and lasting community impact.
How self-confidence built a cupcake empire
Determination and resilience drove Mignon Francois to create The Cupcake Collection, showing you don’t have to start with passion to achieve bakery business success.
An abandoned aviation center turned bustling marketplace
Explore the inspiring journey behind Stanley Marketplace, where community vision and collaboration created one of Colorado’s most unique small business collectives.
Painting with a purpose in Denver
Strong partnership and a commitment to excellence have helped Helix Painting thrive, delighting customers with every brushstroke across the Denver area.
‘A unique experience with every sip’ from Brickhouse
Every cup at Brickhouse Gourmet Coffee Tea & Co. is crafted with care, offering online customers a diverse menu of specialty beans, grinds, and teas from global origins.
Addis NOLA brings good vibes and a taste of Ethiopia to New Orleans
Learn what makes “The Big Easy” a must-visit for food lovers—explore New Orleans’ lively dining spots, cultural fusion, and iconic culinary traditions.
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