Business Unusual: Page 10
How Keeping Wine Cold Became a Hot Business
Ben Hewitt created the Corkcicle to ensure "perfectly chilled wine every time."
College Entrepreneur Creates Digital Care Package Business
Regaalo, a web service that allows parents to send gifts to students, applies modern technology to an old-fashioned concept.
TapSnap Brings the Photo Booth Into The Digital Age
Photo booths are making a comeback, and the founder of the DVDNow Kiosks franchise, has created a touchscreen, open-air 'booth' that's connected to social media.
Dream Arcades Takes '80s Nostalgia to a New Level
Dream Arcades is the largest manufacturer of non-coin-operated arcade machines in the world. Last year the company broke $1 million in sales."Nostalgia sells," says co-founder Michael Ware.
Menswear for Women Corners a Niche Market
Custom clothier Tomboy Tailors crafts bespoke menswear -- for women.
Saying Yes to the Extreme Proposal Biz
Cleveland's Perfect Proposal transforms proposals into events rivalling the wedding itself.
Best Western Franchise Owners Give Hotel a $3.5 Million Dinosaur-Themed Makeover
Greg and Meredith Tally, owners of Denver's Best Western Southwest, gave their hotel an unique new look.
9 Things You Never Thought You Would Buy From a Vending Machine
Reaching customers even when ecommerce can't, these vending machines dispense unexpected items, where and when customers need them.
How a Squinting Dog Inspired a $3 Million Company
When their border collie had trouble seeing during a game of fetch, Roni and Ken Di Lullo invented Doggles, tinted sport goggles for dogs.
The Technology That Could Save Schools Thousands
By giving new life to old computers, Neverware hopes to save schools, hospitals and businesses the time and hassle of upgrading hardware and software.
Business Finds Success With Clothing Fit for a Royal Baby
Lauren Levy rushed to bring Magnificent Baby's "An Heir Is Born" clothing line to market. Find out how her hustle is paying off.
How Software Is Helping Yoga Studios Keep Their Balance
Silicon Valley's BizeeBee is a simple management and billing tool that aims to keep yogis on their mats and not their laptops.
Website That Benefits Both Musicians and Fans
Bandcamp simplifies music sales by handling all the back-end functions that enable artists to sell online without being forced into pricing structures.
How Two Recent Grads Turned a Study Abroad Trip into a Social Venture
The young founders of Serengetee are looking to social entrepreneurship to make the world a better place. See how they're helped by a few choice fabric swatches.
Dorm-Room Startup iCracked Gives New Life to Bad Apples
A college entrepreneur found a way to take the frustration out of fixing damaged mobile devices.