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Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus dies

Bernie Marcus, the co-founder of Home Depot who became a billionaire philanthropist and GOP donor, has died at the age of 95.

Politics - NBC News - November 5

Grateful Dead co-founder Phil Lesh dies aged 84

The leading member of the US rock group passed away peacefully, his official Instagram account says.

Bernard Marcus, Co-Founder of Home Depot, Dies at 95

His chain of warehouse-style stores used cavernous interiors and low prices to lure customers.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 5

Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus dies at 95

Home Depot co-founder Bernard "Bernie" Marcus helped launch the home improvement chain in 1978.

The Home Depot Co-Founder Bernie Marcus Dies at 95

Billionaire, philanthropist and political donor Bernie Marcus died in Boca Raton, Florida, surrounded by family.

Business - Inc. - November 5

From Beans to Bubbles: La Colombe’s Co-Founder Is Launching a Soda Line

Todd Carmichael has done coffee and water. Next up? Soda.

Business - Inc. - October 17

OpenAI Hires Co-Founder of Social Platform Rival to X

Gabor Cselle, a serial entrepreneur, was a Twitter employee a decade ago. More recently he helped start Pebble, a safety-centric competitor to Elon Musk’s X. What’s OpenAI up to now?

Business - Inc. - November 4

Bernie Marcus, Home Depot Co-Founder, Is Dead at 95

In 1978, he came up with the idea of a warehouse-style store that would appeal to the do-it-yourself homeowner. With a partner’s help, it became the world’s largest home-improvement retailer.

Business - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Co-founders of militia group convicted of attempting to murder federal agents

Two men had also planned to go to Texas and kill asylum seekers as well as border agents who would try to stop them. Two men who co-founded a militia group have been convicted of attempting to ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Whiskey Brand Co-Founder Fawn Weaver Isn’t Ready to Celebrate

Uncle Nearest is the fifth Black female-owned company to net a $1 billion valuation. But co-founder Fawn Weaver tells ‘From the Ground Up’ her work is far from over.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman returns after three months of leave

OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman has returned to the company after taking a sabbatical that began in August.

Business - CNBC - 2 hours ago

Why Bonobos Co-Founder Andy Dunn Says a Therapist Can Be an Entrepreneur’s Best Friend

Dunn, who’s been open about his mental health struggles, spoke at the Inc. 5000 Conference on Thursday.

Business - Inc. - October 17

‘Skipping the top’: Pro-Palestinian 'Uncommitted' movement co-founder won’t vote for Harris or Trump

Layla Elabed, co-founder of the Uncommitted National Movement, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss her decision not to vote in the presidential contest and why she is using her ballot to focus on ...

Politics - NBC News - October 23

Peloton’s stock soars 30% after company names Apple Fitness+ co-founder as new CEO

Peloton announced the appointment of Peter Stern as new CEO effective Jan. 1. Stern is the co-founder of Apple Fitness+ and has done stints at Ford Motor Co. and Time Warner Cable.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Inside Robinhood Co-Founder Baiju Bhatt’s Vision for Distributed Solar Power from Space

The billionaire co-founder of investing platform Robinhood is staking his name and fortune on a decades old problem to put solar panels in space.

Business - Inc. - October 31

Binance Co-Founder Changpeng Zhao Is Being Sued for $1.8 Billion by Sam Bankman-Fried’s Failed Crypto Exchange, FTX

The two crypto exchanges have a history of bad blood.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Toni Vaz, Stuntwoman and Founder of N.A.A.C.P. Image Awards, Dies at 101

She created a program to honor Black artistic success in the 1960s. But she spent decades trying to get its organizers to recognize her role.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 19

Murray McCory, 80, Dies; JanSport Founder Created the School Backpack

He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Sharath Jois, Heir to Founder of Ashtanga Yoga, Dies at 53

He became one of the world’s most sought-after teachers of a style of yoga that his grandfather helped turn into a popular form of exercise worldwide.

World - The New York Times - 7 hours ago

Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who co-starred in 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died

Entertainment - ABC News - October 29

Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, a founding member who co-wrote 'Box of Rain' and several other songs, dies at 84

Entertainment - ABC News - October 25

Masimo Terminates Founder Kiani as CEO

Medical-device maker said Joe Kiani, who previously informed the board of his decision to resign as chief executive, has been terminated by the company, following a review by outside counsel.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Keywords acquires co-development studio Certain Affinity

Keywords Studios' latest acquisition is co-development studio Certain Affinity, which will join its Create division.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 18

Cash App Founder Murder Trial Begins

Bob Lee was found bleeding to death on a San Francisco street in April 2023. Consultant Nima Momeni is being tried for allegedly stabbing the tech founder.

Business - Inc. - October 14

Founder Anne Wojcicki races to rescue 23andMe

Once-hyped genetic testing company hit by data breach, plunging share price and board resignations

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Why This Venture Capitalist Is Investing in the Founders of the Future

To Wocstar Capital founder Gayle Jennings O’Bryne, the climate tech industry is “boundless.” And she wants to help diverse entrepreneurs get in on the action.

Business - Inc. - October 15

How This Female Founder Is Turning Footwear Into a Source of Power

Maral Kalinian’s innovative shoe startup Gaian Footwear marries fashion and function – and renewable energy.

Business - Inc. - October 22

How This Founder Is Building the 401(K) for the Working Class

Dashell Laryea, the co-founder and CEO of Ezra Financial, believes that employer-supported emergency savings accounts will help workers gain financial security and access to the American Dream.

Business - Inc. - October 22

UK gives asylum to son of Singapore founder over persecution claims

Lee Hsien Yang has alleged he faced oppression back home from the government his brother had led.

‘Defensible’ Ideas Helped These Founders Build Brand Loyalty

The founders of Good Culture, Sheertex and Dreamday discussed their updated approach to branding at the Inc. 5000 conference.

Business - Inc. - October 25

TikTok founder becomes China's richest man

Zhang Yiming's fortune has leapt to almost $50bn, according to a newly published rich list.

Meet the Top 269 Investment Firms for Founders

Here are the private equity firms, venture capital firms, and lenders that help founder-led companies grow.

Business - Inc. - October 29

Starbucks Is Finally Fixing Its Founder’s Worst Mistake

The coffee chain bet big on a weird idea that no one but the founder wanted.

Business - Inc. - October 30

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