By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The first time Marcia Taylor served her white chocolate coated popcorn was at a wedding. From there she started selling it at farmer’s markets and festivals. Taylor and … [Read more...]
UpStart Kitchen is Working to Develop Food Entrepreneurs in the Sherman Park Neighborhood
By Evan Casey It’s been almost two years ago to the day that the Sherman Park neighborhood was literally set ablaze in the midst of tragedy. Since then, multiple private and public entities … [Read more...]
Mother and Daughter Duo are on Tour for the Fourth Time
By Nyesha Stone Entrepreneurship is something most strive to achieve, but due to a lack of resources and knowledge many may not get the chance to be their own boss. Dr. Stacia Pierce and Ariana … [Read more...]
UW-Milwaukee Student Shares Success as Jewelry Consultant
By Danielle Miller Shamiah Tanner, a 21-year-old Milwaukee native, started her own business with the help of Paparazzi Accessories after her peer mentor at UWM turned her onto the … [Read more...]
Family Means Everything
By Nyesha Stone Family means everything to new business owner James Rhodes. He spent six years living in De Queen, Arkansas and for five of those months he had his own barbeque restaurant. The … [Read more...]
Destiny’s Braid and Beauty Bar is Milwaukee Mall’s Premiere Salon
By Danielle Miller Tucked away behind kiosks and booths of clothes and jewelry sits a quiet and spacious salon called Destiny’s Braid and Beauty Bar in the re-up-and-coming Milwaukee Mall on … [Read more...]
New Milwaukee Startup Program Aimed at Urban Entrepreneurs Launches Oct. 2
Milwaukee – On October 2, Launch MKE will offer its inaugural, interactive 10-week Business Academy course to both aspiring and established entrepreneurs in Milwaukee. Classes will be taught by local … [Read more...]
The First to Do It
By Nyesha Stone Lishawndra “Passion” Franklin is an entrepreneur who owns Milwaukee’s first mobile boutique: Passionsattire. “I’m on wheels [and] I’m convenient,” said Franklin. “I can come … [Read more...]
A Hood Delicacy
By Nyesha Stone It’s a sunny summer day in Milwaukee and the kids on the block have empty soda cans and a basketball. Now one might question: “what do those items have in common?” Well these … [Read more...]
“I Bike Harlem” Owner Uses Airbnb to Grow Her Business
By Maxine Daniels (Founder of “I Bike Harlem”) For decades, many travelers to New York City have limited their excursions to Manhattan neighborhoods south of Central Park. Moreover, those who … [Read more...]