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New Directions Beauty Institute educating tomorrow’s beauty professionals

New Directions Beauty Institute educating tomorrow’s beauty professionals
Nicole Perrin-Hill’s ambition of owning a beauty institute took root in childhood. “I’ve always had a passion for the beauty industry,” says Perrin-Hill. “Ever since I was a little girl, I would take my dolls and give them all a different hairstyle. My dad was a barber...
February 23rd, 2012 | ECDI Spotlight | Read More

Common Mistakes Businesses Make When Using Lawyers

Common Mistakes Businesses Make When Using Lawyers
I am going to tell you something that goes against my professional self-interest: the secret to lowering your demand for legal services. It goes without saying that it is in a business’s best interest not to spend more on lawyers than is necessary. Money spent on lawyers is money that cannot be...
February 16th, 2012 | Metropreneurial Legal Insights | Read More

Camelot Cellars hosts unique events designed to support local charities

Camelot Cellars hosts unique events designed to support local charities
It’s been a year since Janine Aquino took ownership of Camelot Cellars and what a year it has been. The Short North boutique winery and wine bar has been totally renovated, the wine menu has been revamped, and its wines have won more than 30 awards. After accomplishing so much in just one year,...
February 9th, 2012 | Philanthropic Pursuit | Read More

A business loan or line of credit can help your company grow

A business loan or line of credit can help your company grow
But what’s the difference and which one do you need? Whether you are just starting a new business, looking to grow in the coming year or are in the midst of a growth spurt already, you might find yourself in need of a business loan or a line of credit. Daniel Jurcich of Telhio For many business...
February 2nd, 2012 | $traight Talk | Read More

Pitabilities plans for business expansion in 2012

Pitabilities plans for business expansion in 2012
Jim Pashovich of Grove City had operated a small food cart in the ’80s and ’90s, but the industry became too unpredictable and he could not see any opportunities for growth. He went into real estate, but eventually found himself lured back by the excitement  and versatility of mobile food. Pashovich liked...
January 26th, 2012 | ECDI Spotlight | Read More

What You Should Look For In a Lawyer

What You Should Look For In a Lawyer
This space has covered when new companies need a lawyer. The next question is what qualities you want in a lawyer. While different companies’ legal needs vary greatly, there are qualities it seems all organizations– big or small, new or established, public or private– should look for in legal...
January 19th, 2012 | Metropreneurial Legal Insights | Read More

Uniglobe helps travelers donate to local charities while vacationing

Uniglobe helps travelers donate to local charities while vacationing
As winter sets in here in Central Ohio, many minds are turning to warmer, tropical climates people wish to escape to soon. Uniglobe Travel Designers can help devise that escape plan while keeping the guilt at bay with its charitable giving program, The Vitamin D Vacation Giveback. Uniglobe Travel Designers...
January 12th, 2012 | Philanthropic Pursuit | Read More

Food truck entrepreneur thrives with help from ECDI

Food truck entrepreneur thrives with help from ECDI
This has been a banner year for Carla Saunders, owner of Columbus, Ohio’s only gourmet cupcake truck. She worked at her mother’s brick-and-mortar bakery in her hometown of Grove City for many years, creating famous delicacies such as carrot cake cupcakes and red velvet cupcakes. 3 Babes and a Baker...
December 22nd, 2011 | ECDI Spotlight | Read More
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