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OpenFortune Expands by Putting Brand Messages—Literally—Into the Hands of Consumers

The fortune-cookie marketing company is building its fortune by attracting big advertisers across industries that seek to engage with consumers in real life at the dinner table.

Benefits of Joining a Local Chamber of Commerce

Joining your local chamber can lead to new business contacts, increased credibility, plus expanded resources and professional development support.

Founded 2011: Pocket Prep Thrives Through Science, Flexibility, and User-Centered Design

The mobile-first study platform leverages learning science, personalized tools, and customer feedback to help millions of professionals prepare for career-defining exams.

Founded in 1921: Steele Canvas Endures Through Skill, Innovation, and Teamwork

A century-old manufacturer survives wars, recessions, and a pandemic by focusing on quality, employee dedication, and strategic problem-solving.

Founded in 1999: Barstool Comforts Builds Success Through Expertise, Perseverance, and Personalization

By focusing on custom seating and creating a trusted customer experience, this family business has turned passion into a thriving online brand.

Examples of Famous Businesses That Changed Their Names

Companies might change their names to reflect a new business direction or to escape bad publicity.

CO—100 Honoree Bridges Learning Center Redefines Autism Education

Microbusiness Bridges Learning Center delivers individualized, autism-informed education for high-needs students, building customized systems around every child.

Inside JH Pierce’s Planning-First Wealth Model for Rural Americans

JH Pierce Wealth Management delivers integrated financial and exit planning for rural and blue-collar business owners through a nimble, planning-first model.

Why Featuring Employees on Your Social Media Appeals to Customers

A recent survey found that consumers consider employee-generated posts to be more authentic than promotional content.

Brands From Kraft Heinz to Marriott Drive Heightened Customer Engagement — and Sales — with QR Codes

Product packaging, restaurant check-out, and gamified customer experiences are among the growing use cases for the scannable technology that are generating a return on investment for businesses.