Most Americans know Hill Harper from his role as Sheldon Hawkes on CSI: NY and his work in movies like He Got Game. Few fans are aware that he’s also an accomplished author and entrepreneur. His latest venture is The Architect & Co., a company that manufactures skin-care products formulated for people of color. This start-up aims […]
High-profile celebrities have been running side hustles for years despite their massive salaries. Stars like George Clooney, Beyoncé Knowles, Jessica Biel, Cam Newton and Curt Schilling have all launched their own businesses- diving into the entrepreneurial pool. Actress Scarlett Johansson is one of the latest to join the fray with her snack shop Yummy Pop. […]
If you’re a fan of the acclaimed TV drama Parenthood, you’re probably familiar with break-out star Monica Potter. She plays Kristina Braverman, the soccer-mom-of-all-trades that takes the lemons of life and makes lemonade on a weekly basis. Recently, she’s launched Monica Potter Home in her spare time. Her boutique line of home and beauty products is […]
When you’re an NFL quarterback at the top of his game, a side business would usually be a distraction not worth the headache. Unless you’re Cam Newton, of course. In his spare time, he’s launching a food truck called “Smokin’ Aces” in Charlotte, North Carolina. Unlike a generic taco stand or hot dog cart, Smokin’ […]
Landon Cohen is quickly becoming known as one who is able to make the best out of any situation. The 28-year-old Ohio University graduate has recently been placed on the Seattle Seahawks squad for the upcoming Super Bowl. While he has received a great deal of press for this sudden opportunity, it is his business […]
Since the 1990’s Jim Nantz has excelled at his dream job as a sportscaster for the NFL, NCAA and the PGA Tour. The Emmy award winning, five time National Sportscaster of the Year has now found a second calling. In 2009, Nantz and his co-founder Peter Deutsch, partnered to create, The Calling , a company that […]
Superstar, Beyonce, is partnering with British multinational retailer, Topshop, to create an athletic streetwear line. The new brand will include clothing, accessories and footwear. Beyonce’s company, Parkwood Entertainment, founded in 2008 and Topshop, part of the Arcadia Group, controlled by Sir Phillip Green, will join forces to create Parkwood Topshop Athletic Ltd. The products are expected […]
Kim Kardashian is practically a household name and known for her prominent role in the E!’s series Keeping Up with the Kardashians. She’s made multiple guest appearances in TV shows, including How I Met Your Mother, America’s Next Top Model, and CSI: NY. She’s also had roles in Beyond the Break, Dancing with the Stars, […]
New Orleans Saints’ quarterback and Big Ten Conference record-holder, Drew Brees, not only excels on the field, but is also an avid entrepreneur. According to Franchise Times Brees is the owner of 5 Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches’ franchises and plans to own 20 more. Jimmy Johns was founded in 1983 by a 19 year old […]
Actress Jessica Alba famous for roles in Spy Kids 4 and Little Fockers and her co-founder, launched The Honest Company in 2011, which has since become a great success. Alba’s business idea was to create a subscription e-commerce startup, which allows customers to sign up for different monthly bundles of their eco-friendly line of products for […]
