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How Chris Heerdegen Built a Multi-City Painting Business

How Chris Heerdegen Built a Multi-City Painting Business

Carolyn Young

Published on October 4, 2024

When Chris Heerdegen founded OnDemand Painters, he wasn’t just looking to launch another painting company; he wanted to transform the industry.Rec ...

How a Retired Veteran Built Kern County’s First Hydroponic Farm

How a Retired Veteran Built Kern County’s First Hydroponic Farm

Carolyn Young

Published on September 6, 2024

Gerry Mateo, a retired veteran, found an unexpected opportunity during the pandemic with the creation of FilAm Vets Hydroponics Farm. As the firsthy ...

How Family-Owned Kitchen Supplies Business Thrives in Brooklyn

How Family-Owned Kitchen Supplies Business Thrives in Brooklyn

Esther Strauss

Published on June 25, 2024

In the heart of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, Indulge Kitchen Supplies stands as a testament to the passion and dedication of its founders, Luis and AmyTa ...

The Art and Business of Knife Sharpening with Erik Newsholme

The Art and Business of Knife Sharpening with Erik Newsholme

Esther Strauss

Published on May 21, 2024

Behind every finely diced vegetable and every precisely sliced cut of meat lies the skillful work of a master knife sharpener. Erik “TheBlade& ...

How Figgy Play Reinvented Kids’ Furniture

How Figgy Play Reinvented Kids’ Furniture

Esther Strauss

Published on April 16, 2024

In this interview, we sit down with Chris Roepe, the co-founder of Figgy Play, a company that has redefined playtime with its innovative andchild-sa ...

Alisa Arnhalt and the Art of Transforming Homes

Alisa Arnhalt and the Art of Transforming Homes

Carolyn Young

Published on March 27, 2024

In the dynamic world of home staging and interior design, Alisa Arnhalt stands out as a visionary and creative force. As the founder and creativedir ...

Building a Successful Lawn Care Franchise with John Garretson

Building a Successful Lawn Care Franchise with John Garretson

Carolyn Young

Published on February 29, 2024

Join us in an insightful interview with John Garretson, a veteran and the franchise owner of Lawn Squad of Aurora. We explore his transition frommil ...

Changing How We Sit with QOR360’s Ergonomic Innovation

Changing How We Sit with QOR360’s Ergonomic Innovation

Esther Strauss

Published on February 13, 2024

In a world where the quest for innovation meets the everyday need for comfort, Dr. Turner Osler, CEO and founder of QOR360, stands as a pioneer.With ...

From Garage to Mastery: Albert Edmonds’ Journey in Knife Sharpening

From Garage to Mastery: Albert Edmonds’ Journey in Knife Sharpening

Carolyn Young

Published on January 4, 2024

Welcome to our enlightening interview with Albert Edmonds, the mastermind behind Seattle Edge and the Etsy shop RoadsideKnives. Starting in 2009,Alb ...

Transforming Home Inspections with a Firefighter’s Eye

Transforming Home Inspections with a Firefighter’s Eye

Carolyn Young

Published on January 4, 2024

Welcome to our interview with Jordan Steward, the owner of Fireline Home Inspections. This innovative company, led by Steward, stands out in thehome ...