Topic: Inspirational stories

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.

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.

Fairmount Bicycles, a queer-owned bike shop in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia, is known for its friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Owner Shelly Walker shares how she’s grown her business to meet her neighborhood’s needs with two locations, great customer service, and other community initiatives.

Meet Judaline Cassidy, the activist plumber breaking barriers for women in construction and inspiring the next generation through her nonprofit, Tools & Tiaras.

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...

From childhood friendship to Chicagoland favorite, 10Q Chicken brings unique Korean-American twists to classic fried chicken, delighting locals with every bite.

A shared vision and commitment to accessibility helped Eb & Flow Yoga Studio become a Sedona favorite for diverse yoga experiences and lasting community impact.

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.

Explore the inspiring journey behind Stanley Marketplace, where community vision and collaboration created one of Colorado’s most unique small business collectives.

Strong partnership and a commitment to excellence have helped Helix Painting thrive, delighting customers with every brushstroke across the Denver area.

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.

Learn what makes “The Big Easy” a must-visit for food lovers—explore New Orleans’ lively dining spots, cultural fusion, and iconic culinary traditions.