Tech & Startup
5 Gifts You Could Make With a 3D Printer
December 2013 | Fikriyyah GeorgeMakerBot is a Brooklyn-based startup in the 3D printing industry. After attending an event where I got to see the replicators in action and December being the holiday season it made me think “So what kind of gift could one … Read More
Will This Startup Solve This Mundane Yet Persistent Headache for Brooklynites?
November 2013 | Fikriyyah GeorgeIt feels good to be loved, doted on and given lots and lots of attention. And Brooklyn drivers will love the attention SpotHero gives them for an issue that is persistent as it is annoying- parking. SpotHero is “a mobile … Read More
Is The Yard The Place to Be If You’re a Creative Business In Brooklyn?
September 2013 | Fikriyyah GeorgeThis is a first in what will be a series looking at co-working spaces in Brooklyn.
The Yard is 1 floor, 93 units, and 15,000 square feet of amazing. It’s amazing considering it was a “disaster” according to co-founder Morris … Read More
Create Your Own Brand with Matt Southerland
July 2013 | Fikriyyah GeorgeAt Persons of Interest (Carroll Gardens location) we met Matt Southerland. The very first barber Steve hired, Matt was born in Sheepshead Bay and has been in the barber business since he was 18.
Hella motivated Matt has … Read More
The Evolution of a Creative Entrepreneur -Hickies
June 2013 | Fikriyyah GeorgeKickstarter goal of $25,000 met in 3 days. Campaign goes on to net almost $135,000 more for a total of $160,000.
Who says no to that? As it turns out investors, factories, and retailers.
As entrepreneurs … Read More