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28 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

Thanks to Brandy Runyan, Black Diamond PR Firm, LLC ! #2- I originally provided pro-bono public relations services to artists and non-profits due to my love for the community and the arts. Thanks to Niesha Kennedy, Kennedy Robinson PR ! #12- 2- Develop world-class vehicles. Photo Credit: Dr. Geeta Fisker.

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10 Entertaining Things to Check out While You’re Waiting in Line Today

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All snark aside, Air BnB is a great company that really is helping relations around the world in its own way. Have you heard about these Uber awkward PR blunders? Uber, the transportation company that rapidly rose to stardom, has been in the news lately, for slightly less glamorous reasons after a series of public gaffes.

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35 Entrepreneurs Explain How They Came Up With Their Business Name

Hearpreneur

After years working in fashion PR/Marketing in NYC and Milan, and then as a co-founder/owner of a Brooklyn-based rock ’n’ roll play space for kids under 5, I found myself becoming overly excited about my friends starting new businesses. #10 – Obsessed with Entrepreneurs & Music. Image Credit: Carey Balogh.

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