It’s wild out there and the struggle is real. Entrepreneurship is no joke, everyday is a new challenge, a new up, a new down, it never stops. The action, the drama, the energy is addictive and it’s why so many never want to retire from entrepreneurship. We’ve asked some very talented entrepreneurs to share some of those crazy stories with us.

Lesley Everett

It was 2007 and my UK based business Walking TALL was doing nicely – it was based on my Personal Branding Methodology I had developed and written a book on in 2002. I was a professional speaker, trainer and coach. But I had long wanted to expand into the USA and live there in California too! Read More>>

Dr.Letitia Scott – Jackson

From Business Crisis to Blessing: How a Fraud, Court Battle, and Personal Tragedy Led to a Mission of Connection In the world of entrepreneurship, surprises—both good and bad—are part of the journey. But for me, the craziest, most tumultuous event in my business life came through a series of unforeseen circumstances that tested my faith, resilience, and purpose. Read More>>

Anthony Rowland

Recently, my business was the target of a coordinated cyber attack by a small group spreading racist and anti-LGBTQIA hate. And my business is known to cater to a safe space for ALL people from all backgrounds and such. They attempted to damage our reputation by posting fake reviews filled with slander and lies in an effort to get our Google page shut down. Read More>>

Michael Campbell

Entrepreneurship can be extremely lonely. It often feels like you’re climbing a steep mountain all by yourself. Upon launching The Bay Area Notary, I never anticipated that I’d meet so many unique families and interesting business owners. I’ve had the pleasure of servicing retired professional athletes, renowned investors, and even politicians. Read More>>

Luke Lorick

Standing out from everyone that is competing for people’s attention is not easy. Creating a fun and engaging way to stand out is easier said than done, but I came up with a unique idea that did just that. 2 years ago, I had the idea of launching a cornhole back across a football field with a water balloon launcher. Read More>>

PangNhia Burke

Entrepreneurship isn’t always the glamorous “freedom” people imagine — it’s the unseen grind, the emotional rollercoaster, and the moments that test who you really are. For me, it started long before I became a business owner. I grew up in foster care. Read More>>

Dominic Rosacci

“The Move That Defined Us” When I think about the craziest thing I’ve ever done in business, it’s without a doubt our move from Denver to Fountain. After 12 years in Denver, we’d outgrown our space. But instead of playing it safe, we decided to bet everything on the next chapter. No nest egg. No investor safety net. Read More>>

Jacci Turner

I was thrilled to get a book picked up by an imprint of a major publisher. When the book came out, they sent me an author copy. It was beautiful, perfect, until I got to the author bio. There was my bio information and someone else’s picture! I had to laugh. Read More>>