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.

Tim Jones

One of the biggest trends that I see in my industry is growth oils that are to be applied to the scalp for long periods of time. My concern is that oils applied to the scalp and left to sit for long periods of time can cause a condition called seborrheic dermatitis, which is an inflammatory condition of the scalp that is characterized by extreme flaking, itchiness, and redness, which can ultimately lead to hair loss. This condition starts with a yeast that lives on our scalp and bodies naturally called ” Malassezia” which has an affinity for oil. So adding additional oils to the scalp will disrupt the scalp pH and only exacerbate the opportunity for the condition of seborrheic dermatitis to occur.  Read more>>

Conrad Byron

One of the biggest trends we’re seeing right now is the shift towards content that feels more personal and real. Clients are asking for short-form videos, behind-the-scenes looks, and a tone that feels like a friend talking to another friend. It’s less about the polished, overly produced content and more about authenticity and connection. Read more>>

Cory Fisk

It is not necessarily the biggest trend that I see in the Construction Industry, but it is a trend I hope spreads like wildfire……and needs to be implemented right now! We have a tremendous number of construction workers that left the industry during the complicated, COVID era. We have a tremendous number of experienced construction workers getting ready to retire within the next 2 to 8 years. With them, leaves some of the things that we admire, desire, and need in order to keep the industry alive. The old school ways of work ethic, quality workmanship, secrets of the trades. We cannot skip experience – we need to find ways to lean on the power of experience already served and identify a new way of educating and supporting our incoming workforce.  Read more>>

Sarah Owens

One of the most exciting trends in balloon artistry right now is the transformation of balloons from party accessories to elegant, must-have decor for wedding day celebrations. While balloons were once reserved for bachelorette parties, bridal showers, and engagement celebrations, they’ve now made their way into the main event: the wedding day itself. Across the globe, couples are discovering that balloons can be both chic and sophisticated, adding a breathtaking touch to their special day. Read more>>