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Jason Alvarez-Cohen is a name that people should begin to get used to hearing. With the start of his own business, Popl, Jason Alvarez-Cohen is someone that many people want to be like. Jason completed his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, after growing up in Berkeley, California. He grew interested in the
Travis Steffen wears many hats. Today, he is perhaps most popularly known as the CEO of GrowFlow Corp., a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company aimed at helping hemp and cannabis startups with compliance, inventory management, and scaling. Before he settled into his role in GrowFlow, Steffen kept himself busy with learning everything he could about entrepreneurship. After
We are often awestruck with celebrity photos from various locations across the globe. Such pictures gives everyone a feel of the place through photos. There are numerous influencers who traveled from place to place for their destination photoshoots. It not just give them a good experience but also gives a good treat to their fans.
Sales are the lifeblood of business. It is impossible to sustain a company without them. And in our rapidly-evolving world full of ever more advanced technology, social media has become a vital tool in the hunt for sales. Instagram has become the biggest platform of all. Seemingly every business has a profile these days. And
For most people, a time will come when they’re expected to choose between employment and entrepreneurship. While the majority of young adults who find themselves in that situation will go the employment route, some few outliers will opt for entrepreneurship and wealth creation. Entrepreneurship will always be the more difficult and torrid path to take,
While it can be said most people probably did things like learning to tie-dye or bake banana bread during the first part of quarantine, Rising Midwestern hip-hop artist Aundre Myles decided to grow his business to foster and develop musical talent. Putting the focus on the music, the hard work, and the talent has put
“Like all good actor origin stories, this one started in the 4th grade”. Jeffrey Marshall laughed about tackling his debut acting performance of a flower-loving bull in “Ferdinand the Bull.”. He never imagined that four decades later, his love of acting would take him to significantly more frightening pursuits than smelling flowers. Today, Jeffrey can
Social media has been a game-changer for many industries with the rise of technology. It allows for free advertising and direct interaction with customers, something that businesses once only dreamed about. Social media expert Ariel Carr has successfully leveraged the potential of social media to not only make a comfortable income for herself but also
In the next decade, 10,000 Baby Boomers will enter retirement each day. Memphis based, Certified Financial Planner, Reginald Clark, has dedicated himself to serving those retirees and ensuring that they enter into retirement prepared, educated, and set up for success. Originally from Jackson, Tennessee, Clark attended the University of Memphis and was majoring in finance
In today’s ever-changing world, social media has become a platform to showcase talent and grow businesses. Many influencers and models are utilising online platforms to put forward their tips for their followers. Gemma Walshe, a wonderful model who is adored by her followers for her gorgeous looks and fashion sense is planning to create videos
While setting a goal, you may find yourself looking for signs that you have succeeded through other people’s achievements. Co-founders Ada Hu and Eva Jiang of NU Media begs to differ and offers a fresh perspective on this. They believe that success is personal and specific to each individual in varying ways. For them, it’s
In our fast-moving world, life-changing innovations are being introduced daily. One such innovation in the bathroom, is coming quick and with positive customer feedback. This is from the multi-million dollar Australian company – Bath Box – founded by Aussie entrepreneurs Ashton Jude, Hannah Pereira, and Kim Pereira. Together, they bring the experience of “true comfort”
Digital marketing is considered cost-effective and measurable for businesses who want to increase their target audience. But to achieve this enormous goal in the best way possible, it is important to have the right person/agency backing you. For the past few years, Patrick Sargis has been working as a full-stack digital marketer and has changed
Through his entrepreneurial spirit and uniqueness in business, James Neilson-Watt has positioned himself at the forefront of the healthcare business niche. There are a few people in this world who believe in following set rules in life, while there are some others who believe in going with the flow, learning things each day as
Nothing is as scary as a career change, because in reality, it is like a change of professional identity, which involves going back to start from scratch, coupled with the fac3t that there are no guarantees involved. A career change is a dreaded topic for many, and there is a huge chunk of people who
It’s been well over a year since most of us felt that sinking feeling in our gut. Everyone who owned a business in 2020 knew that it was bad, bad news, and in just a couple months everything that we thought was normal was turned upside down. But, here’s what. There were still a lot
At the age of 22, Kissa McCarty is one of the few that has managed to take a small chance and turn it into a driving force behind her life. Following a repost from Barstool Sports, she has found a way to amass a following of 1.3 million on Instagram and has decided to take
Laura Lang is a Senior Mortgage Banker and Sales Team Leader at Cardinal Financial Company in New Jersey. Out of the office, she is a wife, mother, friend and Chester, New Jersey homeowner. Oftentimes reminding herself that it is really possible to have it all! In an industry that is flooded with men, Laura is
Fashion is a big industry, and it has so much creativity and talent to offer. This is one of the reasons why we like talking about it and some of its prominent names. Today we are going to talk about the talented and famous Tigerlilly Hill. Her name has been heard about a million times
Traditionalism and futurism can co-exist in harmony. In fact, both remain necessary to effectively introduce new talent, content, and brands to the marketplace. By leveraging tried-and-true business philosophies and best practices, yet implementing strategy through modern platforms, an artist gets a shot at a much longer window in the spotlight than the 15-60 seconds afforded
Stefan Katanic is a 28-year old savvy entrepreneur from Toronto who likes to help pave the way forward for others. He started out as an entrepreneur by helping agencies scale over millions of dollars in revenue, and today operates Veza Digital, a premier white-label marketing agency. Stefan is a part of Forbes Agency Council and
We took the time to interview executive level entrepreneur Andrew Molen to gain insight on everything you need to know about his imminent plans. After having managed multiple restaurants and hotels, Andrews decided to branch off and take everything he learned from the beginning of his career to do two things — create and innovate.
Dr. Alexis Parcells is a board-certified plastic surgeon, a wife, and mother of two young daughters. Her passion has always been to advocate for women’s health and empowerment. She specializes in breast and body cosmetic surgery such as breast lifts, breast augmentation, mommy makeover, tummy tuck, liposuction, and labiaplasty. She also performs breast reconstruction. Aside
At Future Sharks, our goal is to give you useful, actionable insights from some of the brightest minds in business and entrepreneurship. Much of our mission comes from the basic fact that it is often difficult to identify which advice to take to heart, or if the person giving it is a credible source. The
From a young age, Oren Segal had always aspired to be great, to spread kindness, and to leave his mark on the world. Born and raised in New York, his parents from Israel, Oren has found himself placed into a world filled with opportunities, and he isn’t afraid to take the risks to accomplish his
Becoming a nationally ranked tennis player at the age of 18, Ronald Hohmann shares a story of hard work and dedication to get there. Starting out with a passion for the game at a young age, Ronald held his first tennis racket at the age of four in his grandparent’s backyard tennis court. Fast forward
To begin with, it needs to be clearly stated that Arturo Knight thinks every music artist should become a business person/entrepreneur. Being one himself, he knows exactly what it is and how it feels to merge these two and he has done that super-well. According to Knight, entrepreneurship and music have similar objectives. Music is
When it comes to skincare, the need to achieve in-depth knowledge to put together a perfect daily routine is essential. Tatiana Cutelli, Face Coach and facial skin expert, with over 20 years of experience in the field, is well aware of that. That’s why she decided to create The Face Bible, the first online course
Lil Conscious’ life story has truly inspired many other lives who wish to make it huge in America’s vast musical field. Isn’t it amazing to know and learn about all those people who work with a clear aim in mind and that is to not only excel in their chosen fields but also create
Most avid fans of comedy around the world have already met the scintillatingly humorous Abby Roberge and experienced first-hand, the joy and excitement triggered by his awesome performances. Undoubtedly, if you are one of the few fans of comedy who haven’t seen Roberge in action as yet, you’re likely to experience his comedic genius soon
Not everyone has suffered a major loss during the pandemic. For many, particularly entrepreneurs focused on making a name for themselves leveraging social media, the pandemic has only served to propel them to the next phase of their careers. One of the platforms that has seen the greatest surge in engagement is YouTube, with viewership,
Risk tolerance is the name of the game in the entrepreneurship space. Being able to pursue a venture with no fear of failure is a common trait amongst successful entrepreneurs, and it’s something Jared Sanborn has always possessed over his 16+ years of experience. Jared believes that failure is the only way to learn in
Good Girl Mafia founder Diana Perkovic not only talks the talk, but she walks it as well. Women supporting women is something she has made into a life mission. As someone who struggled to find support on her own growth and empowerment journey, she has decided to create a way for other women to have
Every business has the tendency to grow if you are passionate about what you are doing. Huff & Puff Burger is a typical example that success can be achieved in a short time if you are focusing on your goals. Huff & Puff Burger is a concept that began in 2016 with one location. Today,
Ocean Ronquillo-Morgan is a three times founder and serial entrepreneur from Los Angeles, California. Currently 23, she is a college senior at the University of Southern California. Being unstoppable, Ocean became a Forbes Under 30 Scholar and LinkedIn growth hacker. Additionally, Ocean is the founder of Kaivent Media, co-founder of Geistwear, and a blogger at
Being Renowned in Pop, EDM, and Trance The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Like every field, music and performing arts also demand quite a lot of practice and polishing before you can claim to be a connoisseur, even at one of the genres. The success story of Chris Burke, a
Imagine meeting your role model. The person who has inspired you, majorly impacted you, personally and professionally influenced you. Now imagine performing for this person… Mark Rios recently experienced this mixture of elation and apprehension as he dripped a portrait for actor, rapper and film producer Will Smith. From his native Barcelona to Los Angeles
If you’ve ever put on a boy hanbok and think to yourself that this outfit just isn’t practical for your child to be in for hours? The New Hanbok project is looking to change how people view hanbok by redesigning them for a trendy look that anyone can wear. People still wear hanboks for cultural
Lending a helping hand to the local businesses, Nick Ponte has created two online directory websites – Hawaii Thrive and We Deliver Maui. The former helps people to find local island businesses offering services and products in their area and the latter offers a similar service for searching for Maui restaurants. The main purpose behind
The late American industrialist Henry Ford said that “A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business.” The founder of Ford Motor Company (currently ranked No. 12 on America’s Fortune 500) suggested that a company must serve customers and stakeholders well to be a good business and do good for society. OnBuy.com is
Aside from rates that are within budget, graphic design services provide immediate designs with excellent quality. There are many design companies available, but let’s check out Penji today! In review, we will see what they are and what their company is offering. Good graphic designs are essential for business success since they play a role
In 2020, Erin Helle achieved awe-inspiring results in her real estate investing career. Her income was about $200,000 and she had a portfolio valued at almost $3M. While that might not seem like a lot to everyone, Erin is proud of what she’s been able to accomplish in less than three years working just a
Success is not a one fits all formula. However, history has shown that many of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs have adapted similar habits and systems. According to entrepreneur Ali El Gamrini, founder of 4 extremely successful companies, his success was the direct result of investing in himself, building strong relationships, thinking long term, and
With so many advances and developments taking place around us, it is imperative to notice the kind of revolution the digital world is bringing about in every industry. This has paved the way for many young people to come up with new ideas and concepts, disrupting the current business landscape for the better. However, the
Chad Ehlers, also known by his influencer name da_chad, has dealt with immense hardship in his young life. He lost his wife to depression, he was homeless at 17 years old. He put himself through college while raising his daughter. Last July his youngest daughter was diagnosed with leukemia. Rather than dwelling on all of
Mohamed Abdelhay is a 24-year-old Egyptian digital artist who has been doing some great creative work using his outstanding photography and digital art skills. Most of his creative work focuses on various realms of real-world issues. If you have a glance at his official Instagram profile, it will create a spellbound impact in your mind with
Following your passions is advice that is often overplayed today, as it is said time and time again but people still decide to settle for less than they deserve in their careers. For Floyd “Timeless” Thomas, his passion for music drove him to be a force in the music and entertainment industry if it was
This past year has been the downfall for millions of people and businesses. Fortunately, for Nick Scolaro, this young and hungry entrepreneur utilized his free time and began a startup media agency that has risen far above competition and even surprised his predecessors. Despite dropping out of college due to a lack of finances, The
