Author: Amna Faryad

“Shark Tank’s” Kevin O’Leary endorses crowdfunding as a viable strategy for startups to raise capital, especially amidst the growing retail investing market now exceeding $2 billion. He believes this approach offers broader, more diverse access to investment opportunities.

Previously, startup investment was dominated by accredited investors and venture capitalists. However, with the introduction of Regulation …

A regional enterprise is bolstering the local community by helping high-potential start-ups. The enterprise seeks to stimulate the regional economy through resources, financial aid, and mentorship programs to give start-ups a competitive edge. Plans to construct an innovation hub is underway to further bolster regional growth, striking the right note for entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation.…

Macy’s has recently unveiled plans to shutter 150 underperforming stores within the next three years as part of their expansive restructuring strategy. The objective here is to concentrate more on profitable locations and enhance their digital capabilities. Even with this impending closure, Macy’s will continue to maintain a significant physical existence for its steadfast customers …

In a recent industry shake-up, WPP has once again secured the top spot in global advertising and marketing rankings, credited largely to its subsidiaries VML and Ogilvy. These high-performing agencies took second and third place respectively in the overall ratings. This triumph underlines WPP’s unparalleled creativity and innovation in the arena of modern advertising.

The …

Hawaii’s state authorities are championing local businesses’ migration to E-commerce platforms in a bid to compete globally. This move presents unique opportunities for Hawaiian entrepreneurs, including a wider customer base, accessibility to numerous resources and tools for a smooth transition to online platforms, and simplified regulations that favor digital trade.

To provide practical guidance on …

Global marketing leaders from corporations such as McDonald’s, Mastercard, Duolingo, Pinterest, and Molson Coors emphasize the critical role of brand purpose in creating meaningful connections with consumers. As Juan Lopez, CMO of McDonald’s, expresses, clarity about brand purpose can foster trust and loyalty among customers. Mastercard’s Emily Davis goes a step further, suggesting that brand …

Recognize the ‘Fredo’ in your family business! A term coined by Kimberly Eddleston, a professor at Northeastern University, and an editor at FamilyBusiness.org, derived from “The Godfather”. Eddleston presents ‘Fredo’ as a symbol of disruption that can potentially affect businesses negatively, and cause instability.

Fredos often arise from feelings of entitlement or inadequacy. While family …

CEO of AT&T Inc., John Stankey, has publicly apologized after a significant system outage affected some of their wireless customers last week. The interruption led to a wave of discontent among customers and employees alike. Stankey acknowledged the issue and reassured that the company is working on measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.…

Financial fears are commonly experienced, yet managing finances doesn’t need to be as daunting as many perceive. Seek assistance from financial advisors, enroll in financial management programs, or utilize financial planning tools. Be patient; financial stability is more of a marathon than a sprint. It’s vital to keep up-to-date on economic trends, which can have …

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is suing H&R Block over alleged deceptive marketing and inappropriate removal of customer tax data. Customers were persuaded to purchase a ‘Free Online’ tax filing service that was often not truly free due to hidden costs. The accusations also include H&R Block making transfers to more affordable online services difficult …