It takes a lot more than an idea to build a business, but there can’t be a business without the idea. So we asked folks who’ve built wonderful businesses to tell us about how they came up with the idea in the first place.

Blake Landon | Entrepreneur

So, one day I was thinking about how cool it would be to have clothes that make everyone feel special and happy. I wanted clothes that show love and make people feel awesome about who they are. Read more>> 

Asaru Alim El-Bey | Metaphysical Teacher, Master Herbalist, Natural Health Consultant

While attending (FSU) Fayetteville State University from 1988-1993, a very small group of brothers, sisters and myself called (U.F.P.) Unity For Prosperity opened a bookstore named “The Hall of Knowledge” (1989-1996). Read more>>

Phylicia Stewart | Founder of Humanity Speaks

In a world where social media has become an integral part of our daily existence, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected. My vision was to cultivate a positive and inclusive social media community where real and diverse voices could thrive.  Read more>>

Belén de la Cruz | Owner and Founder | Belén de la Cruz Empanadas & Pastries

I started off giving cooking classes, just having fun teaching people how to make Argentine empanadas. Invariably, after a class, people would ask where they could buy them, and I had no answer. When my brother learned this, he encouraged me to open my own Argentine bakery so that more people could enjoy our empanadas, cakes, and pastries.  Read more>>