If there is one person in Boston who knows the ins and outs of the
city’s fashion world—especially men’s fashion--it’s Jeff Lahens, who
bills himself as a Men's Style Curator. Through his marketing firm, he hopes to put Boston on the "global fashion map."
According to the most recent stats, women make up the fastest-growing segment of small business owners. In fact, the National Women’s Business Council (NWBC) says there are 7.8 million women-owned businesses in the United States. And many of these women are mothers. Here, entrepreneur Karen Taylor Bass shares her secrets of having it all.
Supporting black-owned businesses is a great way to stimulate economic
advancement of the African American community. Up until now, however,
locating businesses with black owners was difficult to do
consistently. Now, consumers can
more easily find black-owned businesses thanks to Around the Way, an innovative app
designed for the purpose.
Her facials are getting rave reviews in the media, from beauty experts,
and from everyday people. It’s no wonder Facials by Obina in Brooklyn
is booked solid. Here, writer Ann Brown talks to owner Obina Escort.
These days, branding is an essential step for nearly every business.
Sheila Coates, the creator of BYOB (Be Your Own Brand), helps people do
just that. With two decades of entertainment experience behind her,
Coates uses her expertise in to help
companies and individuals—even celebrities--to brand themselves .
