After four years of development and a sensational successful run on the TV quiz show “Jeopardy!” IBM’s answer to Apple’s Siri is ready for the next step: placement inside consumer’s pockets. Vice president of innovation at IBM, Bernie Meyerson, says that he sees Watson as a voice-activated electronic personal assistant which can answer questions in… Continue Reading
Together, Jacob Frydman and Mr. Eli Verschleiser created United Realty Partners, a privately held real estate investment and advisory firm. Jacob Frydman undertook his first real estate investment in high school in New Jersey. Since that time, he has received his B.S. in Finance from Boston University and a J.D. from Case Western Reserve University… Continue Reading
‘Green’ technology and eco-friendly solutions are becoming more popular among small businesses, as they are cheaper, more easily managed and environmentally conscious. Edra Equipamentos, a Brazilian firm, is currently in the process of developing green ATM booths, which will be built from recycled materials and powered by solar panels. The company claims the ATMs are… Continue Reading
In a recent article for Life Science Leader, Rob Wright shared some insights following a meeting with Kim Bush, a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation representative. “Personally, I have been very impressed with how the foundation has turned the ailing pharma R&D program upside down, spearheading innovative projects that most pharma and bio companies would… Continue Reading
Headquartered in Mountain View, California, Intuit ranked 19th in CNN Money’s list of 100 best companies to work for. Well-known for its TurboTax and Quicken programs which help countless people file their income tax returns fast and as painlessly as possible, Intuit uses its corporate culture to inspire innovation and creativity. The company utilizes “idea… Continue Reading
Legal & General Group, a UK insurance company, recently stated that although further crises are expected on a global macroeconomic level, their company will persevere. In fact, Tim Breedon’s replacement Mr. Nigel Wilson, chief executive, has plans to further expand the businesses through bolt-on acquisitions. The first half of 2012 saw revenue grow from GBP493… Continue Reading
Are you too busy to send flowers; write a poem; or even wait on hold? Ted Roden, the founder of Fancy Hands personal assistant service management might be just the thing you need to get your life back under control and concentrate on the important things you need to get done. When Roden was in… Continue Reading
Struggling businesses and shaky unemployment rates have sent the nation into a well-controlled panic. However, some areas are still seeing signs of growth. Richmond, for example, is thrilled by the new ‘Hiring’ sign that hangs at a formerly-vacant warehouse on West Cutting Boulevard. Placed there by the “superfood” importer and marketer Nutiva, the message brings… Continue Reading
The Yucaipa Companies, LLC was founded in 1986 by Ronald Burkle, a self-made billionaire who started his career as a bag boy at a local grocery store. Based in Los Angeles, the holding company focuses primarily on private equity investments. Yucaipa first turned over Jurgensen’s Markets in 1986, and has since established a record of… Continue Reading
Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard says, “Every time we’ve made a decision to do the right thing it ended up being good business.” In 2011 Patagonia posted $500 million in sales. The Ventura, California-based outdoor apparel company has grown close to 30% for the past two years running while simultaneously setting the highest possible standards for… Continue Reading