Sneaker Reseller Killed in SoHo: New Details Emerge
Javier Osorio Mejia, known as Upscale Crack, was shot and killed in SoHo while driving his Range Rover. The 31-year-old sneaker entrepreneur was beloved in NYC’s sneaker community.
Entrepreneurship
Fake Clients ask: “Who Do You Reach?”
Learn to identify fake clients who waste time with unnecessary questions about your established business reach and clientele.
Black Owner Hires McDonald’s Workers, They Walk Out
Black restaurant owner offers jobs to McDonald’s workers through drive-thru, encouraging them to walk out immediately. The employees accepted and quit on the spot.
SBA Honors Partners for Supporting Small Business
The U.S. Small Business Administration honored resource partners during 2020 National Small Business Week for supporting small business growth and pandemic recovery efforts.
Amazon SMB Impact Report 2020
Amazon’s 2020 report reveals 2 million independent businesses partnered with the platform, selling 3.4 billion products while creating 95,000+ delivery jobs.
‘s COB co-hosts virtual small business forum
COB hosts virtual small business forum bringing together entrepreneurs and business owners for networking and resources in the digital space.
JCSU alumna adapts business during pandemic
JCSU graduate Sa’Keithia Hamond ’15 successfully adapted her business during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating entrepreneurial resilience.
How I Built Resilience: Live with Deval Patrick
Former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick discusses how racial justice protests resonate personally and can drive meaningful change for African Americans in business.
Built Resilience: Live with Melanie Perkins & Bill Creelman
Canva’s valuation hits $6 billion as founder Melanie Perkins adapts to remote work challenges. Spindrift’s Bill Creelman pivots from restaurants to grocery sales during pandemic.
How I Built Resilience: Live with Y-Vonne Hutchinson
Y-Vonne Hutchinson, founder of ReadySet consulting firm, discusses diversity and inclusion progress in business on How I Built Resilience series.