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Kara Goldin – Making a Bigger Splash
Hint founder and CEO Kara Goldin talks to Park Place Payments founder and CEO Samantha Ettus about breaking into a new industry with an unconventional strategy.
Farming Grows Up
A group of startups raises lettuce, tomatoes, and berries in high-rise plant factories. The founders aren’t farmers; they’re technologists who have shown that even the most grounded industry can be radically reinvented.
How Delane Parnell Beat the Game at Its Own Game
He was the living embodiment of the American Dream, a tireless entrepreneur who fought his way from Detroit’s meanest streets. Then Delane Parnell faced the moment that would define his gaming venture—and his life.
Down to Their Last Dollar
Businesses fail every day, from world-beaters (like TWA and Lehman Brothers) to sexy high-fliers (DeLorean, Enron) to Steady Eddie, old-school icons (Toys “R” Us, Sears). Sometimes, of course, market conditions simply turn Sisyphean. But often, when that boulder starts to roll backward, a leader’s grit, imagination, resourcefulness, and ability to conjure a little luck can mean the difference between a brave new chapter and, well, Chapter 11. Here, four businesses that went from nearly bust to total gangbusters.
She has dreams of an IPO he knows how to make them reality
Liz Young, founder of real estate startup Realm, talks scaling up with Robert Reffkin, founder and CEO of Compass (No. 71, 2018 Inc. 5000), the largest independent real estate brokerage in the U.S. By Graham Winfrey
Easing The Heavy Lift
Stord’s cloud-based warehousing platform started as a student project. It could revolutionize the global supply chain.
Driving Growth via Customer Connections
Salesforce research found that growing SMBs were more likely to accelerate their technology investments during the pandemic.
The Great Double Unicorn Fixer
The creator of Carbon Health wants to fix health care for the masses. Previously, he built a company with a mission to fix education for the masses. Both companies are worth billions. He comes from the edge of nowhere in rural Turkey. How the heck does this happen? It actually makes perfect sense.
5 Strategies for Conveying Preeminence in the Marketplace
Reaching the top of your game isn’t easy, but it’s the most effective path to sales success. Here’s how to get there.
David Neeleman Has No Fear Of Flying
The founder of JetBlue has overcome some crazy setbacks on his way to becoming the most successful serial airline entrepreneur in history. So why would he let a global pandemic get in the way of launching his latest carrier?
Fighting Fire With Founders
Silicon Valley startups are taking aim at deadly wildfires. But saving lives will require cutting through red tape, fast.
You Grew It Alone. Now Can You Lead?
Nnenna Stella, founder of the fashion accessories brand the Wrap Life, talks staffing up with Lisa Price, founder of beauty brand Carol’s Daughter.
Find the Right People During the COVID-19 Era
Even before the pandemic, SMBs faced an uphill battle for the best talent. Here’s how technology and the right partners can help meet new challenges.
MICHAEL DUBIN HAS LEFT THE BUILDING
He said goodbye over Zoom to his billion-dollar idea, closed his laptop, and ... he was gone. So what’s the founder of DollarShave Club to do now that he’s already shaved the world?
Making it in Mobile: 19 Years of Resilience in a Competitive Industry
Wireless industry solution provider Live Wireless shows what it takes to make it in a competitive industry: nimbleness, patience, and balance
How Boring Benefits Can Pay Off
The pandemic, the grim economy, and the stress of remote work have made employees’ physical, mental, and financial well-being more important than ever. At the same time, bosses are trying to meet their employees’ needs on a tighter budget. One solution? Voluntary benefits.
May The Best Brand Win!
Zico founder Mark Rampolla recently bought back his coconut water company after a sale that decimated the brand. Now he’s rebuilding it with a new team, but facing fierce competition from an old rival.
Lissy Hu – Repeat Performance
Two-time seller
HR Technology Adapts to Remote Work's Permanence
From social issues to virtual collaboration, HR technology is evolving to meet the needs of future employment models.
Cybercriminals Target SMBs, But New Technology Helps Fight Them Off
Contrary to popular belief, big companies are not the only favored targets of cybercriminals. SMBs are just as attractive.
Invitation To a Crisis
Sometimes, a little added pressure can help your team scale new heights.
Is This a Business?
Marco Zappia, a former bar director in Minneapolis, has an idea for a cocktail commissary business.
How To Spy On Your Rivals
Inc. doesn’t recommend corporate espionage—but if you can get creative while staying on the right side of the law, go for it. That’s what John Ross, CEO of Test Prep Insight, was thinking when he heard that one of his competitors was meeting with a potential buyer. Ross—who was also contemplating a sale of his Sacramento-based online education company, wanted to get some intel on the buyer. But how?
Should You Be More Like Bezos?
As the Amazon founder exits the CEO role, he leaves his successor a set of rules that might be helpful to any entrepreneur bent on conquering the known universe.
I Was Wrong: No More Mr. Nice Guy
For three years, Dan O’Malley tried to be the boss everyone loves—never criticizing, always smiling. Now, he says that was the wrong approach.
Razor's Edge
The founders of razor upstart Harry’s relished their challenger status, picked a fight with a consumer goods giant, and made the biggest deal of their lives. They then learned some of the toughest lessons of hardball capitalism.
Stifling Our Startups
Student-loan debt is crippling entrepreneurship in the U.S.—and not just in obvious ways
Seesaw – Best in Class
For helping to make remote learning work during the pandemic.
The Future of Finance
When Jim McKelvey co-founded Square in 2009, most shoppers still purchased goods by swiping a credit card. Eleven years later, the way we pay for things has changed drastically. What’s next?
Lightning in a Bottle
For reviving a lost history and balancing the boardroom.