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ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops China's rich list

ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops the list of China’s richest people, according to the Hurun Research Institute, although many of them have seen their net worth plunge over the past year

World - ABC News - October 29

FarmboxRx founder Ashley Tyrner on changing the game in food accessibility

As founder and CEO of FarmboxRx, Ashley Tyrner is making healthy food accessible in areas where it's hardest to find. Her service has delivered produce to over 2.7 million households, helping ...

"Win With Black Women" founder on group's role in historic election

Jotaka Eaddy founded"Win With Black Women," a virtual network that started meeting by Zoom every Sunday during the pandemic to support and advance the policy agenda of Black women.

Would You UberEats a Sweater or a New Pair of Sneakers? Founders Are Betting on It

Consumer companies are partnering with Uber to offer time-rushed customers last-minute delivery.

Business - Inc. - November 1

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

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 - November 6

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 - November 8

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

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 - November 9

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. - 5 days ago

German economy minister highlights female startup founders at summit

World - Yahoo News - 5 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 - 3 days ago

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 - 3 days ago

7-Eleven Owner Receives Buyout Proposal From Founder's Son

Seven & i Holdings said a special committee is reviewing the proposal made by Vice President Junro Ito and his affiliated firm.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

OneTaste founder Nicole Daedone says she plans to testify at her trial

Nicole Daedone, the founder of OneTaste, a wellness company centered on the practice of "orgasmic meditation," said she will "absolutely" testify at her trial next year.

'It's not true': OneTaste founder denies forced labor conspiracy charge

Wellness guru and OneTaste founder Nicole Daedone is facing one charge of forced labor conspiracy. NBC News' Chloe Melas sat down with Daedone to discuss the allegations and her business.

These 2 Female Climate Tech Founders Are Mining the Riches of the Ocean to Save the Planet

Lacey Reddix and Pilanda Watkins-Curry, the co-founders of Olokun Minerals, want to extract from the ocean the minerals key to the energy transition.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

They Were Just What They Needed

Jonathan Otcasek and Erin Kim connected 10 years ago over a gravesite. They’ve had the kind of relationship even their parents admire since.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 28

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