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Ceata E. Lash’s transition from relaxed to natural hair sparked the creation of a hair clamp for textured locks. She’s sold more than 760,000 since 2013, cracking Sally Beauty to Walmart.com.

Small Businesses Owned by Fathers and Their Kids

Whether they were started by following in Dad’s footsteps or bringing him along for the ride, these five small businesses are co-owned by fathers and their kids.

How to Incorporate Charitable Efforts Into Your Small Business

In this edition of "Ask the Board," Ron Lou, Founder of the Angry Crab Shack, shares how to incorporate charitable efforts into your startup or small business.

How to Successfully Work With a Spouse or Family Member

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” Chad Mussmon, the owner of several The Little Gym and Snapology franchises, shares how to work successfully with a spouse or other family member.

How ‘Retail Concierges’ (Both Digital and Human) Are Poised to Disrupt the Shopping Experience

AI-powered virtual sales assistants and improved tools for store employees will anticipate shoppers’ needs and provide VIP-level service at scale.

How to Identify if You’re Too Comfortable in Your Business

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Michael Browning, CEO of Unleashed Brands, to share his best advice on how to determine if you’re too comfortable in your business.

How to Motivate Your Employees to Go Above and Beyond

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Neil Hershman, the CEO of 16 Handles, to share his advice on how to motivate your employees to go the extra mile.

How to Identify a Need in Your Community for a New Business

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Amber Woods, Owner of two Dogtopia locations, to share her best advice on how to determine a need for a new business in your community.

How to Weave Your Company Mission Into Everything You Do

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we asked Linda Chadwick, President and CEO of Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, to share her best advice on how to weave your company mission into everything you do.

Small Businesses on Wheels

These small businesses are keeping costs down and flexibility high with their alternative modes of operation.