Author: Amna Faryad

Big news for local retail powerhouse My Floors Kitchen & Bath Remodeling! Founder Gary Frankhouse, Sr. is heading off into the sunset of retirement, leaving the business in the hands of his sons, Gary Jr. and Steve Frankhouse. Known formerly as Prints & Paints, it’s a family tradition that’s set to continue in the home …

Compound Planning, a renowned Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) with an asset portfolio of about $1.45 billion (2024), has increased its team by recruiting 15 new members. This significant increase is an indicator of the firm’s dedication toward customer-centric services and enhancement of their R&D capabilities.

The CEO of Compound, Christian Haigh, expressed that the expansion …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is tipped to contribute a staggering $13 trillion to the global economy by 2030. At the forefront of reaping these benefits are innovative businesses, particularly startups.

Startups can leverage AI to optimize operations, enhance customer experiences and gain an edge in the marketplace. The influence of AI spans sectors, driving efficiency and …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing public relations (PR) across Africa, spurring innovative ideas and enhancing existing methodologies. From data analysis to content creation, AI is helping to streamline PR duties, amplifying efficiency and productivity. This vastly improves communication processes and unlocks the power to create precisely targeted campaigns.

Beyond just enhancing performance, AI also supports …

Women are progressively breaking through barriers in the PR sector, reshaping industry standards and introducing innovative strategies. With a unique ability to blend varying viewpoints into a cohesive entity, women’s perspectives and abilities are proving crucial in the decision-making process and overall team dynamics.

Highlighting the importance of empowerment, inclusivity, and the unique skills each …

Startups often miss non-equity funding sources in their search for external financing. Experienced biotech executive, Richard Giersch, offers advice on tapping into small business grants. His insight could revolutionize the way startups approach funding.

Giersch has successfully secured over $25 million in SBIR/STTR (Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer) grants. He stands by the …

The National Hockey League (NHL) has formed a strategic partnership with Europe-based creative communications agency, Mischief. This alliance aims to expand the ice hockey league’s influence in Europe through joint marketing campaigns and special events.

Fans can anticipate live-streamed NHL games, and possibly, matches on European soil. The collaboration with Mischief seeks to boost NHL’s …

News has surfaced of a controversial digitally altered image of Kate Middleton and her three children, which became widely shared on UK Mother’s Day. The photo instigated conflict due to apparent photo manipulation, leading to debates about the ethical implications of such actions, concerns over privacy violations, and the negative impacts of spreading false information.…

A prominent American ice hockey league collaborates with a top European communications firm, an affiliate of MHP Group, for improved PR in Europe. This partnership is aimed at garnering greater media attention and visibility for the league in several European markets. The collaboration will apply a diverse range of marketing strategies to uplift the league’s …

Venture capital investments reached nearly $21.5 billion in February 2024, cementing this trend with maturing and late-stage tech growth firms receiving substantial shares of total funding. Small startups too saw a piece of this pie getting more than $2 billion.

Interestingly, March 2024 saw the venture capital inflow surge to approximately $22 billion, underscoring the …