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Featured Innovators Roundup

Posted by: Thom Ruhe on June 30, 2010 Source: e360 Blog

Like many entrepreneurs, John Earle, owner of Johnny Cupcakes, built his successful business with the help of his family. How did this work for him? Just ask his Mom, Lorraine Earle, the CFO of Johnny Cupcakes.

Balancing a full time job and starting up a business can be tough. Find out how Sari Crevin, creator of Sippigrip, pursued her entrepreneurial dreams on the side.

Giving back was innovator Blake Mycoskie’s focus when he founded TOMS Shoes. His inspiring business model donates a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair purchased.

Lastly, Sean Moore & his wife Denon, owners of The Denver Cupcake Truck took their sweet treats on the road with the help of their truck Clementine and the use of social media. Find out how The Denver Cupcake Truck used twitter and their blog to keep their business moving.

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I would not recommend building a business with family. It is inevitable that there will be some things you disagree about in the business and you don't want to be arguing with the people you have to go home with at the end of the day!

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