After graduating with a degree in petroleum engineering, Wade Lipscomb spent nearly the first decade of his career in the industry before transitioning into the world of construction. His journey into business ownership began with…
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Sharise Nance’s journey into entrepreneurship is rooted in her family’s legacy of business ownership, with her grandfather, grandmother, father and uncle each being entrepreneurs. That inspiration drew her to the idea of running her own…
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Curtis Brown's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to persistence, adaptability, and the power of building lasting relationships. His business acumen was honed through years of involvement with Jireh Business Development, where he gained experience selling…
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Shanna Cochran's journey into the world of hairstyling began as a cherished hobby during her high school years. While working in the corporate world, she transformed her basement into a home-based salon with the help…
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First row, L–R: Juan Garrett (Executive Director, Riverside Center for Innovation); Annia Aleman, (Associate Director, IEE); Roberto Carlos Bellido Diaz. Second row, L–R: Clinton Valentine; Lisbeth Dmitrieva; Tyleda Worou; Nicole Hudson (Director, Strategic Opportunities and…
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Percy Echols II is a Pittsburgh-based glass artist, alchemist, and educator. Percy has been on the forefront of bringing plasma and neon light—materials typically associated with commercial signage—into the art world. Percy’s love of glass…
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On Thursday, May 1, IEE sponsor and Certified EOS Implementer Lloyd Wolf led a Lunch and Learn for about 25 IEE members and guests, presenting Get a Grip on Your Business. Drawing from the book,…
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Since stepping into her role as Director of the University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center (SBDC) late last year, Annia Aleman has been focused on expanding access to resources for small business owners, strengthening…
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