Social media has a bad rap. The adverse outcomes associated with overuse are now well documented, and the negativity that sometimes dominates these digital spaces can quickly turn into bullying. While these platforms were once relatively closed spaces where users could share pictures or updates with friends, they are now […]
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Cobblestone Living: An Entrepreneurial Family Business Adventure
Interview with Rhonda Steger, founder of Cobblestone Living Rhonda Steger does not regret leaving a lucrative career in the insurance industry; becoming an entrepreneur has proven just as rewarding. Her leap off the beaten path started small when she opened her own compliance firm, but passion soon drew her even […]
Okabashi: Sustainable Family Footwear
When in the late 1970s the Iranian Revolution took hold, shoemaker and businessman Rahim Irvani was forced to leave his home country and start over elsewhere. Rahim brought his skills and experience to the USA, placed his hopes in the country’s business-friendly reputation and built the footwear company Okabashi Brands […]
Vascroft Contractors: A Case Study in Perseverance and Success
This interview is brought to you by Female Focus, an exclusive international network enabling professional women to meet from, share experiences and build business relationships whilst engaging in interactive experiences. Female Focus was established by Vaishali Shah at Minerva Trust & Corporate Services Limited. If you were assessing their chances from […]