Chicago’s retail scene is about to witness a thrilling fusion of creativity and technology as Paramount Pictures joins forces with the innovative Experiential Media Tech Company, Visual Feeder, to unveil an exclusive sneak peek of their highly anticipated film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,
Byron Matysek, a high school senior at Alexander W Dreyfoos School of the Arts, creatively upcycles decommissioned fire hoses into luxury fashion accessories 18-year-old Byron Matysek- a high school senior, has developed sustainable, luxury products with a unique concept to celebrate the heroism of the
Last year, when the world watched protests sweep across the country, one message became clear. People of color were tired of the prejudice so deeply ingrained into our culture that it perpetrated inequality in the justice system, workplace, and everywhere else we went. And countless
There has been a wave of thieves committing smash and grab crimes throughout the United States. These individuals are rushing into stores with large groups of people in order to grab as much merchandise as they can. There have been incidents throughout Chicago, Los Angeles,
Tony Long, CEO of FashionBar LLC, is transforming Chicago into a fashion capital. By launching FashionBar LLC, he has created a business platform that offers fashion business consulting, design and development, and go-to-market strategies. The company celebrates and aligns its ethics on inclusion, wellness, diversity
For the past five years, the Obamas have been fighting legal and gentrification concerns over the Obama Presidential Center project. The center will be located in Chicago’s South Side and will transform 19.5 acres of lakefront in Jackson Park and will include a new branch
Spotivity, a Chicago startup dedicated to guiding the youth, recently raised 1 million in seed funding. This funding will be used to support the global launch of the app as it expands. This milestone, according to Founder Montana Butsch, “ time, determination, and a long
With many businesses having had to close due to Covid 19 shutdowns and restricting measures, it’s no wonder many owners are suffering. Chicago businesses are no exception. But there are means and ways around it, quite possibly a lot. For instance, a new batch of
Chicagoans were asked a pretty straightforward question on their ballots this election, “Should the city of Chicago act to ensure that all the city’s community areas have access to broadband Internet?” The answer was overwhelmingly “yes”, by a 9-1 margin. But what does that mean?
“America was built by immigrants,” A common proverb that we have heard throughout our lives living in this country. However, we should say, “America depends on immigrants.” We are also told time and time again that America is the land of opportunity, and it’s hard
What does it mean to have a mentor? It means having someone to confide in who will give you candid advice. It means having someone to rely on when the chips are down. So how do you go about finding a mentor? According to Jeff
If you’re an aspiring teen entrepreneur, you may find yourself wondering how to get started on running your own business. It may be tempting to try launching a startup as soon as inspiration strikes, but there are several factors you need to consider before doing
The world is full of fearless innovators. Meet the Rising Stars making a difference in their communities and industries. Who are Eddie Yang and Yaxi Yang? Yaxi Yang and Eddie Yang cofounders of Visual Feeder Eddie Yang and Yaxi Yang are an entrepreneurial brother and
What is a maverick? Someone who breaks the rules, achieves success, and changes the world. Who is Billy Dec? Billy Dec is an actor, producer, television food contributor, and multifaceted entrepreneur. By combining over 20 years experience in both the entertainment and hospitality industries, he
Who says it too late to reinvent yourself? At just over age 50, Karyn Pettigrew is entering what she calls Act 2 of her life. She is the founder and CEO of 1 Bag Travel Warrior and its lead clothing brand, ZoeGoes. ZoeGoes is a
