One of the most important things we think the media can do is connect small business owners and creatives across industries and markets to give them an opportunity to learn form each other. The insights on trends in particular can be transformative if our communities were better connected and so we’ve tried to create a space where folks can share the trends they are seeing and read about trends other sharp entrepreneurs are seeing.

Jodi Harary

My industry is interesting because there are a ton of people in the healing world who read too many self help books and think they can help others without doing any work on themselves. Read more>>

Xiao Ying

One of the biggest trends in the entertainment industry right now is the rise of vertical mini-dramas. Numerous companies, including production houses and streaming platforms, are getting involved or looking to enter this space. Read more>>

Eli Vedral

In the age of social media, the visual aspect of the dessert experience has taken center stage. As a result of this trend, I fear the actual pleasure of eating a cookie is being overshadowed by its social media post-ability. Read more>>

Shawn Huff

Having been an actress for 30 years I’ve lived and worked through very changing times in the industry. Technology and Social Media have had a huge impact on the entertainment industry. Read more>>

Carly Popham

The fun thing about the beauty industry is that there is always something new trending either a new makeup technique, facial machine, or skincare/beauty device. Read more>>

Stef Shock

My work in fiber art was partially inspired by the influx in fiber art I’ve seen from artists who do macrame, needlepointing, weaving and three dimensional wall hangings. Read more>>

Sarah Mack

This year, there has been much speculation the US wine market will decline. However, this view oversimplifies the reality of the $107B US wine market. Read more>>