Category: Business Owner Stories

The Inspirational Story Of Wendy’s Founder Dave Thomas

The Inspirational Story Of Wendy’s Founder Dave Thomas

From High School Drop Out To Hero There's a lot of talk about what it takes to succeed in America. Within that talk are discussions on being born on the right side of the tracks, getting a good education, and never dropping out of high school. Statistics show that those born into a stable family and finish high school on time have a much higher probability of success compared to their counterparts. But what if I showed you the story… Read More
This Entrepreneur Built a Business From Literally Nothing

This Entrepreneur Built a Business From Literally Nothing

Business owners often overcome significant obstacles to launch and grow their businesses. In Anne Courtney Olson’s case, the obstacles would have been insurmountable to many people. The founder of Q and D Driver in Amarillo Texas, she’s overcome bad credit, addiction to drugs, significant health problems, and even a criminal record to build a business that is thriving. Here’s how she did it. In 2009, Olson found herself confined to a wheelchair for about a year after back surgery. She… Read More
Here’s How a Board Game Enthusiast Became a Board Game Entrepreneur

Here’s How a Board Game Enthusiast Became a Board Game Entrepreneur

Kim McGrigg is the founder of Green Quarters, a company that sells the new board game Not a Problem, which promotes innovative thinking. McGrigg is a first-time entrepreneur who says she has thoroughly enjoyed the journey so far. “I have had to learn every single aspect as I went along," she said. "The process of learning has been as exciting as actually having the game itself. I can’t wait to do it again!” Starting Out Why did you start your… Read More
Starting Small Paved the Way to Big Growth for This Company

Starting Small Paved the Way to Big Growth for This Company

Mike Faherty is the founder and CEO of ProSales Connection, a marketing firm that specializes in working with B2B companies to build their sales pipelines. From inbound marketing to content marketing to conversion strategies, Faherty says his company’s competitive advantage is its commitment to bring value to its clients, which strengthens relationships and opens more opportunities for the company. Starting Out Why did you start the company? I started the business nine years ago. Before starting the business, I spent… Read More
Helping Families Is This Entrepreneur’s Top Priority

Helping Families Is This Entrepreneur’s Top Priority

Jonathan Marsh is the owner of Home Helpers of Bradenton, a non-medical, in-home care agency based in Bradenton, Florida. Home Helpers offers homemaker and personal care services to seniors, disabled individuals, and others who need temporary or long-term assistance at home. This includes providing companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and assistance with daily living activities like bathing, feeding, and toiletting. Getting Started Why did you start your business? I have a Bachelor of Science in management information systems. I… Read More
This Entrepreneur Turned $5 Into a $10 Million Cupcake Company

This Entrepreneur Turned $5 Into a $10 Million Cupcake Company

Mignon Francois is the owner and director of The Cupcake Collection, a boutique-style bakery in Nashville that sells homemade cakes and cupcakes baked fresh daily. A true rags-to-riches story, Francois attributes the tremendous rise of her business to strong faith and a conservative financial approach. Starting Out Why did you start your business? I was a stay-at-home mom, or as I call it, “a household manager.” I graduated from college and had my degree, but I was at home raising… Read More