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"I felt trapped": How this guy went from homeless to Orlando business owner

Greg Trujillo's mom was practically the only family he had. She was a single parent taking care of him after his dad left. And she passed away when Trujillo was a 24-year-old computer engineer student at DeVry University in Orlando, leaving him everyt.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 20th, 2019

This small business owner finally got a PPP loan after a month of waiting. Here"s what she learned.

Joanna Fridinger said it felt like a weight was lifted off her shoulders when she learned she was finally getting a PPP loan......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 7th, 2020

Congress closes in on new PPP funding as businesses hurry up and wait

WASHINGTON – Mesa business owner Savannah Sanders said it felt like getting “a bomb dropped on you." Shortly after being approved for a loan to keep her business afloat, the bank said the federal Paycheck Protection Program was out of money. N.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 19th, 2020

From franchise to local concept: Doughsserts works to rebuild reputation

After a Jacksonville business owner with an edible cookie dough franchise felt his deal had soured, he's worked over the last year to rebuild his reputation by opening his own concept......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJan 29th, 2020

Michael Jordan-themed store to open

The Trophy Room — a boutique retailer inspired by NBA legend Michael Jordan — expects to open in downtown Orlando after shuttering at Disney Springs, Orlando Business Journal has learned. Marcus Jordan — store owner who is the son of Michael Jorda.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJan 7th, 2020

Denver Business Owner Fined For Not Cleaning Up Vagrant Poo And Used Needles

Denver Business Owner Fined For Not Cleaning Up Vagrant Poo And Used Needles The city of Denver fined a local business owner after he and his staff refused to continue cleaning up after homeless people behind his building, according to CBS D.....»»

Category: blogSource: zerohedgeNov 15th, 2019

Iconic Orlando watering hole re-opens after renovations (PHOTOS)

Happy hour was served with a shot of nostalgia on June 17 as Wally’s Mills Avenue Liquors welcomed its first customers in 10 months. The 64-year-old business closed in August of 2018 when co-owner and operator Martin Snellgrove fell ill. After Sn.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJun 20th, 2019

Orlando"s biz community plays the biggest role in solving chronic homelessness. Here"s why.

Despite dozens of local nonprofit groups fighting to end homelessness, there is one factor that could contribute the most to the effort: The business community. Business leaders are the unlikely messengers — the champions — the homeless community .....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 20th, 2019

These top female execs in Orlando reveal their biggest career influencers

Whether a business owner, executive or up-and-comer, these women had someone significant in their lives help them along the way to success......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 30th, 2018

Booking.com is offering cheap vacation deals to Las Vegas, Cancún, and more

Now through September 30, Booking.com is offering travelers huge travel discounts on stays in destinations like Paris, Los Angeles, Orlando, and more. When you buy through our links, Business I.....»»

Category: smallbizSource: nyt10 hr. 13 min. ago

The Port of Baltimore was humming along as it handled a record level of cargo in 2023. The collapse of the Key Bridge changed everything.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told Business Insider that as long as the Port of Baltimore isn't fully functional, the impact "will be felt a.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderApr 16th, 2024

KPI Staffing founder Kenneth Hughes launches new business

Kenneth Hughes, a well-known staffing business owner, has launched this new Parramore company......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsApr 15th, 2024

Tesla Owner Alleges She Was "Roasting Like A Freakin" Chicken" After Being Trapped In 115-Degree Heat Inside Her Car During Software Update

A Tesla owner was reportedly locked inside her car for 40 minutes during a software update in high temperatures, highlighting potential safety concerns with Tesla's update procedures. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaApr 13th, 2024

Boston pizza chain owner charged with defrauding U.S. Small Business Administration

Boston pizza chain owner charged with defrauding U.S. Small Business Administration.....»»

Category: topSource: yahooApr 10th, 2024

Aeropostale, Forever 21 Owner Authentic Brands Exploring IPO: What Investors Should Know

The owner of several retail brands and a licensing business could hit the public markets with a $10 billion IPO being explored for 2021. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaMay 25th, 2021

As state shifts from mass vaccination sites to mobile units, this business owner is ready

When Quiana Daniels’ at-home fertility business was shut down due to Covid-19 restrictions last year, she pivoted to bringing highly needed coronavirus tests to people who couldn’t leave their homes. After the vaccines rolled out in the sta.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 25th, 2021

Northern Va."s Bark + Boarding finds a second home on H Street NE. The owner tells us what led him there.

Ryan Fochler worked in IT for nearly a decade before making a massive career shift: owning Bark + Boarding, a Baileys Crossroads pet spa, day care, boarding and dog-walking business that will soon open a second spot at 1255 H St. NE in the District.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 24th, 2021

Is Elon Musk The Dogecoin Whale? You Wish, But Core Developer Has A More Boring Theory

A core developer of Dogecoin (DOGE) said speculations that the owner of a wallet that holds the world’s largest amount of the meme cryptocurrency is a single individual are likely misplaced, Business Insider read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaMay 24th, 2021

40 Under 40: KBI Staffing "El Capitán" Kenneth Hughes" passion is growing his company — and his community

This small business owner not only helped build up his company, but also his community......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 21st, 2021

Apple"s Business Model Is To Sell "Overpriced, Obsolete" Hardware, iPhone Users Are "Digital Slaves," Says Telegram Founder

Co-founder and co-owner of privacy-focused application Telegram, Pavel Durov, criticized Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) for bowing to the Chinese government and its obsolete hardware through his official channel on the messaging platform Wednesday. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaMay 20th, 2021

Meet Constance Ruiz. Her growing fitness business is electric.

Never heard of electro fitness? Allow this business owner to explain......»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 17th, 2021