by Bruce Raymond | Jul 18, 2013 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
When a Connecticut woman was laid off from her full-time job, she was given severance pay but needed more. She decided to start her own small business, a line of purses and accessories called Thirty-One Gifts. Expecting this side project to be a part-time gig, she was... by Bruce Raymond | Jun 15, 2013 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
A few weeks ago, we noted that Connecticut was one of the best states for business start-ups. Whether entrepreneurs are attracted to the state’s business climate, its tax code or just the beautiful autumn leaves, they are launching new ventures at an encouraging... by Bruce Raymond | May 22, 2013 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
Connecticut was one of the states recently listed as overachieving in the number of business start-ups and entrepreneurships. The study examined populations and economic output and found there was a disproportionate number of start-up companies that are valued in... by Bruce Raymond | Apr 8, 2013 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
A joint enterprise of two entrepreneurs in Wallingford in part led to the creation of a drug-testing kit to help in disease research. The two then recruited various scientists from Connecticut and formed CyVek Inc. with one assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer... by Bruce Raymond | Feb 18, 2013 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
Running a business is much different than obtaining a degree. It’s for this reason that the University of Connecticut is doing what it can for potential entrepreneurs that also have degrees in engineering. A program has been put together by the managing director... by Bruce Raymond | Dec 31, 2012 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
New ventures often invest tens of millions of dollars in technology, patents, real estate and facilities, and in hiring the right talent for the business. Every decision at this point in time has its risks, and any company wants to avoid making mistakes that may... by Bruce Raymond | Nov 20, 2012 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
Though things might be looking up, the U.S. economy is still in an unsettling state that can make things difficult for business owners. During these times, they have to trust their employees to have a handle on their day-to-day duties and make smart decisions. In the... by Bruce Raymond | Nov 8, 2012 | Business, Connecticut Blog, Cyber Liability, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
Even the best laid plans for protecting against cyberliability can be frought with problems. Today, many Twitter users received a password reset e-mail message, making them believe their accounts had been compromised. Apparently, Twitter is pro-active and sends these... by Bruce Raymond | Sep 5, 2012 | Connecticut Blog, Entrepreneurs, Firm News
Chicken diapers — yes, they’re a real thing, and they’re part of what helped make a Monroe business run by husband-and-wife entrepreneurs one of the most successful small businesses in America. My Pet Chicken has positioned itself to take advantage...