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How Blushington Built a Scalable Franchise Model by Blending Hospitality With (Convenience-Minded) Beauty Services

The beauty disruptor is expanding nationwide by bringing its multirevenue-stream, entrepreneur-driven concept to new markets, Co-founder Nicki Maron tells CO—.

How Joolies’ Founders Turned Dates From a Forgotten Fruit Into a Buzzy Better-for-You Brand

The company professes to be “changing the date-ing game” with memorable branding and line expansions into healthful energy snacks and candy alternatives.

Inside Talkspace's Plan to Make AI Therapy Safe—and Profitable

As millions turn to chatbots for mental health advice, the virtual therapy pioneer is betting its new AI guide and its acquisition by a major behavioral health operator will accelerate growth.

How Disruptor NATPAT Turned Insect Repellent Into a Multimillion-dollar Sticker Business

The startup behind kid-friendly insect repellent and wellness patches built a global business by solving problems at home first and continues to run the brand like a family operation.

How Fast-Food Disruptor Konala Is Driving Franchise Growth With High-Protein Meals and a Quick-Serve Strategy

The startup chain gives drive-thru customers high-protein meals in under three minutes and is on a mission to make fast-casual dining faster and more nutritious.

How RNR Tire Express Grew to $350 Million by Expanding Access to Affordable Tires

With a flexible rent-to-own model, the family-run tire franchise is building a culture that turns transactions into relationships — and drives sales.

Startup Gardenuity Melds Tech and Community to Forge Wellness Niche — Attracting Untapped Audiences

The gardening category was overdue for a refresh. Now this experience-driven concept is cultivating the next generation of gardeners by tapping into self-care interests and strategic partnerships.

How Model Train Brand Lionel Is Leveraging Its Track Record in the Age of AI

Lionel LLC, the maker of beloved model train sets, has a new owner and is building on its strengths—and collectors’ enthusiasm—to unlock newfound growth.

ByUR Unites K-Beauty Science With Branding Savvy to Build Market Share

The startup’s mix of Korean innovation, Japanese skin care rituals, and smart licensing (think Hello Kitty) is showing how smaller players can win in the crowded $2 billion K-beauty market.

Crowned Skin Founder on Turning Men’s Grooming Trends Into a $15 Million Scalable Business in Two Years

Darrell Spencer unlocked an overlooked niche in the booming market by targeting younger men who value self-care, clean ingredients, and simple routines — evidence there’s more potential in marketing to men.