E-Business Entrepreneur Interviews

Zuzy and her husband got a lot of cool kitchen gadgets for wedding gifts. But, what to do with them? They founded Cooking for the Clueless for other newlyweds without cooking skills.

-- Trish Sare took her love of travel and made a career out of it. Today, she helps others find adventurous vacations with Bike Hike Adventures. Are you looking to start and adventure travel business? Here are some valuable tips from a seasoned entrepreneur.

Tina Wick's gathered inspiration for her Greenpurse accessories line from a variety of places, including a childhood business transaction. In this interview, read about how these disparate inspirations came together to form a successful business.

Steve Kazyaka invented a new cup and it opened up a world of entrepreneurs for him. Today he works with others like him to market and sell unique gift items.

Shel Horowitz has taken a life-time of writing experience and turned it into 14 web sites to help writers and marketers. From a termpaper typer to an internet entrepreneur, Shel has great advice for others who want to start their own businesses.

Semiha Manthei used her connections in Turkey to import beautiful organic clothing for her First Step Organic baby clothing website. Learn about the challenges of building an internet retailer first hand from Ms. Manthei.

College students and takeout food are a classic combination. Three students came together to found LunchBox, an innovative online ordering and waitlisting application they've parlayed into a business.

Sara was like many people searching for work at home. It is so hard to find a legitimate employer among all the scams. She founded FlexJobs to provide legitimate work at home opportunities.

I feel the same way Sandra did! How many little plastic baggies do I go through in a week of packing lunches? Too many! Thank goodness we found entrepreneur, Sandra Ann Harris, and learned about her ECOlunchboxes.

Ruth Smith was working at a Laundromat when she developed an environmentally safe laundry detergent. Today she markets her product across the country.

Rosemary Lab Walters was looking for a unique angle to make her line of toffees stand out from the rest. That's when she came up with Training Treats for Husbands. She shares her story with us in this interview.

After her favorite skin care product was discontinued, Roberta Perry decided to formulate her own. Today she is the proud owner of Scrubz Body Scrub.

All small business owners have had experiences with difficult customers. Robert Bodi and his daughter started BusinessBeware.biz to help businesses share information about customers.

If you've ever puzzled over what gift to get for a friend, you'll love Friendgiftr. It allows you to purchase gift cards from the web, social media sites and mobile phones. CEO Rob Carpenter shares his thoughts about how to get your own gift business up and running.

If you've ever struggled to find a contractor to help with a home improvement project, you'll appreciate R. Scott Hatfield's brainchild, My Independent Contractor.com. It allows contractors to build websites, and homeowners to search for contractors providing the needed services in their area.

Having multiple lists of books, links, restaurants and other things to try can get cumbersome to track. Phil Michaelson solved the problem with KartMe, a website and mobile application that lets you organize and share these lists.

After leaving an abusive relationship, Nancy Boru worked odd jobs to make ends meet. One day a friend passed on a vintage toffee recipe, Nancy took it to a gift show and started her own candy business, Lone Cone Toffee. Read her inspiring story in this interview.

Do good deeds really go unnoticed? Not for Molly Quarles, founder of SproutLaunch. She keeps track and rewards people who do good deeds.

Necessity is the mother of invention! Michele Barnett invented her hair caps after having to wrap her hair with huge towels. She invented a product and runs her business, HerStylzShop.com.

It's a classic story: Frustration with the status quo leads a worker to strike out on their own. That was the case for Meredith Garcia, whose company TheFashionList.com seeks to innovate the way events in the fashion & beauty industry are scheduled.

Taking their future into their own hands, Matthew Hale and some co-workers founded My Hookah Heaven.

Matt Lally is working on his second business, Imaneed.com. This internet and text service helps businesses find help quickly and efficiently. Learn how this entrepreneur used the Miami tech community to get his business off the ground fast.

In 1987 Marina Kamen started an entertainment company that then transformed into an online fitness business in 2006. She shares with us tips for women entrepreneurs that are looking to become successful at their own businesses.

After leaving Lehman Brothers, Khanh Pham started an online marketplace for entrepreneurs. Today, Shustir.com has over 15,000 members.

Husband and wife jewelry designers Kevin and Kalen Redmon took inspiration from filigree jewelry from her father's native Columbia to start their own jewelry import and design business. They share their secrets for working with a spouse and starting your business while still working full-time.

After taking a soap making class, Kelley had trouble finding a local supplier. She and her husband founded an internet supplier called Soapies Supplies.

Juliette, along with her sister and parents, founded Miss O & Friends when she was 15 years old.

Jonathan Swanson is working on the ebay equivalent for the service industry, Thumbtack.com. Read about the challenges of becoming an internet entrepreneur.

Finding a therapist or other personal growth professional can be a difficult quest. John Khoury used his experience in technology and psychology to help connect professionals with clients.

Sometimes, out of adversity comes the best project! Meet Jaclyn Foutz, who started the Human Tribe Project after her friend became ill with breast cancer.

Taking over the family business is sometimes fraught with peril. Hamilton Chan did just that, and expanded his family's business onto the Internet. In this interview, he relates his tips for making both the family and the business run smoothly.

Any Lucky Day gives away products through contests and giveaways. College student, Giancarlo Massaro, started the business in 2009 in Connecticut.

We have all felt the pain of paying for college text books. Eugene Aronsky is doing something about it by building an internet site that finds the cheapest text books around.

Orb Audio was at the forefront of selling consumer electronics direct to consumers on the internet. Learn how Ethan Siegel and his partner manufacture and market their home audio systems.

Small companies often have a hard time recruiting the people they need because the management is focused on running and growing the business. Don Charlton's product, The Resumator, helps small businesses better manage their recruiting process.

New to Chicago, Desiree Vargas used her enthusiasm and determination to start her own nonprofit, GiveForward.org. Today, revenue has grown by over 300%.

Frustrated with his internet and computer needs not being met by current technology, Dermot Doherty founded the cloud computing based company, iSpaces. He is hoping to launch his services in May, 2010.

Music forms the background of some of most memorable experiences. Dan Morris recognized this, and started a business helping people share their life stories through the music they love.

Arrange.cc is an innovative and easy to use web-based scheduling tool. We have all had the countless emails to try to arrange a single meeting. Arrange.cc will take the pain out of getting together.

Last year my New Year's resolution was to remember my friends' and families' birthdays. Thank goodness I have learned about Cheryl Aughton at EarthTone Greetings.

It is all about travel for Andy Hayes. He has formed two companies to meet the niche needs of the travel industry, Sharing Travel Experiences and Travel Online Partners.

Frustrated by underutilization of the great minds at his university, Andrew Geant created WyzAnt.com, a service that connects tutors in many disciplines connect with potential students. He shares his thoughts on what it's like to be a young entrepreneur in this interview.

It seems like everyone is making 'green' clothing today. TheNakedHippie's Adrien Edwards shares his company's principles for starting and running an eco-conscious clothing company.

Self-publishing authors have trouble getting into large bookstore chains, but there's a vibrant outlet for self-published books online. Jexbo.com was founded by Jill Exler, and she was kind enough to share her experience with us.

Social networking is all the rage. We talk with a leader in the industry, the founder of Qlubb. Entrepreneur Sophia Chiang shares a few insights and lessons learned.

If you are interested in starting a business in the music industry, you'll enjoy this interview with GigMaven CEO and founder Howard Han.

Zac Brandenberg is Founder and CEO of Hydra, an online ad network that focuses on performance-based advertising. Zac defines the overall vision for Hydra and oversees operations, strategic growth, business development and relationship management for this fast-growth company.

From middle-school teacher to entrepreneur, Aarin Elizabeth has found a fulfilling life after founding iVi Scents.

As an author, C.F. Jackson recognized the power of the Internet to promote her books. That observation ultimately led to her starting a business that works with other authors to help them make the most of the Web.

If you are starting a web-based business to sell products online, this is a must read. Shai Atanelov has tons of great advice to share on how he started a successful consumer electronics website with only $1,000 in startup capital.

Tirrell Payton is one of the two founders who set up San Diego, CA and Joplin, MO based internet radio site, BlogRadio. They have been playing songs since their founding in 2009.

Brian Ree is the Co-Founder and CEO of online Jewelry retail website, GoldenMine.com. Their Company is based out of Los Angeles, CA and does business through the website since their founding in 2001.

Michelle Hamilton had a hard time finding cute and affordable decor for her sons' cowboy nursery. So, she started her own company to create a new nursery decor item with cool cowboy style and personalization.

Carol Freeman sold her graphic design business to follow her passion in photography. Read Carol's interview and learn valuable business tips for starting your own photography business.

Interested in starting an online directory? Michael Hussey stops in to show us how he's been progressing.

Ever thought about having your very own record label? Alex White's company, The Next Big Sound, lets you be a musical kingmaker, allowing you to decide which bands you think will make it to the big time.

There are many children's book writers out there, so it's natural that there's a market for resources that cater to these authors. Jon Bard started a company in that niche area, and he's been at it for nearly twenty years.

For those who are familiar with the world of online advertising, Chitika is widely known as a fast-rising star. In this entrepreneurial profile, Chitika co-founder Alden DoRosario shares a few thoughts on starting up Chitika.

Starting a green-friendly business can be a great way to become a successful entrepreneur. It's a formula that appears to be working very well for Danelle Hoffer, founder of a fast-growth water bottles company base.

Cynthia had a very little girl with a lot of long hair, and from that came the invention of Wrapadoo! This is the perfect hair towel for every little girl and her mom!

Darline Turner-Lee founded Mamas on Bedrest & Beyond after having difficult pregnancies with no family back up. Today she helps women with high-risk pregnancies and post-pregnancy limitations.

For years Dawn Veselka worked with cancer patients and saw how families and friends struggle with selecting gifts and finding the right thing to say. She founded Out of the Blue Delivered to meet that need.

Finding deals on the web can be a pain. While there are many deal sites out there, Steve Cospolich and his friends saw an opportunity to improve on the status quo. That's what led to the creation of DeaLoco.com.

Using his experience working with hundreds of insurance agents, Aaron Pinkston built Clarifinancial, an insurance 'dating' service.

Partners always do better than solo entrepreneurs. Believe it or not, you can meet your business partner online. That's how the founders of this scrapbook and paper craft products manufacturing business met.

We talk with the founder of YourNameUniversity.com about his personalized academic apparel company.

A ton of people told Mark Evenson he couldn't succeed in his new business, an online auction site for watches. Read this article to learn what he's done to prove them wrong.

Mike Levy is a serial entrepreneur operating out of Fort Collins, Colorado. In this interview, he provides some thoughtful comments on what it takes to succeed when you become an entrepreneur.

Mukul Verma has his hands in many different internet businesses. Learn from his valuable exeriences as an entrepreneur.

Stacey Kannenberg has founded a number of companies in the publishing and consulting industry. She's a talented entrepreneur with some great advice for those of you who are just getting started.

Starting a business that helps landlords has turned out to be a great business opportunity for Tracey Benson, the founder of The National Association of Independent Landlords.

Luke Knowles knew that online shoppers love to get free shipping. So, he decided to create a centralize information hub that lets consumers know which online retailers have free shipping deals.

This online retailer has found a great niche. They over fun, unique products for women. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, you'll find some great advice in this entrepreneur interview.

Many entrepreneurs have done well by making something that is hard to do very easy. Alvin Hung has done exactly that with his new entertainment website, GoAnimate.com.

Tim Quinn founded GoodElements.com in 2004 in Florida. Today it is a growing vegan health supplement company.

HouseCall123 creates online medical education sites for specific physicians or conditions. They are part of a booming trend in which condition-specific patient education sites have become a go-to resource for patients everywhere.

Jeannie Novak opened Indiespace, formally Kaleidospace, in 1994, making her an early pioneer in web-based businesses.

Johnny Earle turned a joke into a multi-million dollar business when he created his Johnny Cupcakes t-shirt. Read his inspirational story here.

JumpintoTomorrow is a popular site that features new technologies that are innovative and noteworthy. We asked Sam Spear, the site's founder, to tell us about his experiences in starting the site.

Ilena Di Toro started her home-based movie poster business in Philadelphia in 2000.

This interview with LionSaves founder Mike Sweeney offers some great entrepreneurial tips. We asked him about his mortgage company, LionSaves, including how he started it and what he's learned along the way.

Looking to start a financial consulting group? Read on for more information.

Mike Lewis helps office professionals connect, learn and buy supplies through his online community, OfficeArrow.

Chandra Clarke has tapped into the need for the perfectly written paper, newsletter, business plan or personal correspondence. If you are interested in starting an editing and proofreading business, you'll enjoy hearing about her entrepreneurial adventure.

Interested in starting an online retail business? Leon Bitelman provides us with some helpful tips on how to get rolling.

The Chocolate Cake Club sells products and unique gifts to busy parents through the company's online store. The business is based in Palatine, Illinois. We sat down with the founder, Sue Kirchner, to learn more about her venture.

Competing against big players in the competitive world of online shopping might sound like a daunting task, but the entrepreneurs at Sortprice are doing just fine.

Jessica Mandeville is the CEO of MyFashionPlate.com, a style website that allows users to stay organized with an online, interactive wardrobe. This interview discusses tips and strategies for entrepreneurs who want to be successful.

Jessica Mandeville is the CEO of MyFashionPlate.com, a style website that allows users to stay organized with an online, interactive wardrobe. This interview discusses tips and strategies for entrepreneurs who want to be successful.

Shaun Dakin talks about his venture, The National Political Do Not Contact Registry, and shares a few of the entrepreneurial lessons he's learned along the way.