Nicole Carter


7 Head-Turning Fashion Start-ups

With Fashion Week underway, here's a look at the start-ups that are making waves just off the runways.  View slideshow

The Best Money We Ever Spent: Founders of FITiST

What made the difference? Inc.com asks savvy entrepreneurs to reveal the one thing their business couldn't have lived without--and how much it cost.  Read story

Apple Products Post-Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs is out, and Tim Cook is in. It's too early to tell what the future holds, but here's a look at upcoming Apple product launches.  Read story

America’s Fastest-Growing Computer Hardware Company

A10 Networks makes and installs networking and IT security products.  Read story

America’s Fastest-Growing Human Resources Company

Nextaff sells human resources franchises that offer recruiting, screening, testing, and employee assessment services.  Read story

How a $1,500 Start-up Changed Health Care

Serial entrepreneur and The Future Well co-founder Jay Parkinson is teaching everyone that a good idea doesn't cost much to grow.  Read story

Top 10 Job Creators

From staffing companies to IT services companies, these Inc. 5000 companies added the most jobs to our economy.  View slideshow

Businesses Innovating on the Edge

What's new with reverse innovation? Small businesses that master local, niche, or extreme markets are becoming the go-to for ideas that can be applied on a g...  View slideshow

How You Will Benefit From the Debt Deal

A debt deal may have been reached, but experts from all over the political spectrum say small businesses are unlikely to see benefits anytime soon.  Read story

ROCS Staffing Founders Reveal How to Master a Niche Market

Brandon Labman and Tom Moore's staffing company, ROCS, thrives in its niche market, staffing entry-level jobs. Here's how ROCS says no to expansion but yes t...  Read story

Top 10 South Asian Entrepreneurs

From IT services to industrial supply, these are the top small businesses run by CEOs of South Asian heritage.  View slideshow

"How We Make It Greener"

Portland-based company The Good Flock reveals how building a green business from top to bottom saves money and earns loyal customers.  View slideshow

Apple? No Competition

After two decades of working with the tech giant, Darryl Peck opened a small Apple retail store called PeachMac. Here's how he grew his business by imitating...  Read story

Fruit Bouquets in Every Time Zone

How do you keep a smooth supply chain when you sell perishable goods on an international scale? Edible Arrangements's co-founder and COO Kamran Farid shares ...  Read story

Top 10 East Asian Entrepreneurs

From mobile accessory designer to media outlet, these are the top small businesses run by CEO’s of East Asian heritage.  View slideshow

The Best Money I Ever Spent: Campbell McKellar, Founder of Loosecubes

What made the difference? Inc.com asks savvy entrepreneurs to reveal the one thing their business couldn't have lived without, and how much it cost.  Read story

07.08.2011 | Inc.com Daily

Facebook Vibes, the Google+ baby experiment, the best summer employees, and more.  Read story

07.07.2011 | Inc.com Daily

Twitter hosts town hall meeting, App store hits 15 billion sold, Facebook fights back, and more.  Read story

07.06.2011 | Inc.com Daily

Mark Zuckerberg most popular on Google+, small businesses still struggling, Amazon launches pet store, and more.  Read story

07.05.2011 | Inc.com Daily

Fox News twitter hacking update, Google nixes real-time, more reasons for entrepreneurs to take vacations, and more.  Read story

Helping Sluggish Businesses Find Success

Bar and nightlife consultant Jon Taffer talks about helping businesses be profitable and hosting a new reality show on Spike TV.  Read story

07.01.2011 | Inc.com Daily

There are now 100,000 iPad apps, a new look for Gmail, the mysterious Hamptons ATM millionaire, and more.  Read story

06.30.2011 | Inc.com Daily

MySpace sold to ad network, more Google+ news, small business loan troubles, and more.  Read story

Clinton Corrals Start-ups for Job-Creation Talks

Yep, it's still the economy stupid, and the former president is talking small business and job creation at the Clinton Global Initiative this week.  Read story

Drew Houston and Arash Ferdowsi, Founders of Dropbox

At a Boston bus station in early 2007, Drew Houston opened his laptop to finish some work while waiting for his bus. As he turned on his computer, ...  Read story

Adam D'Angelo and Charlie Cheever, Founders of Quora

While working at Facebook in 2009, Adam D'Angelo and Charlie Cheever had a question: Why isn't there a place on the Internet where a question can b...  Read story

5 Tips for Managing a Global Supply Chain

Here are tips for streamlining and maintaining an efficient international supply chain as a small business owner.  Read story

How to Get Your Family to Invest Without Drama

Parents are a common source of start-up cash. Here's how to navigate this tricky relationship and keep it drama-free from the start.  Read story

Making Your 15 Minutes of Fame Last

Whether it's sudden press or a viral video, it's easier than ever for business owners to get a taste of the spotlight. Here's how to make it last.  Read story

Great for a Quick Bite: Salt Lick Bar-B-Que

Check out the famous BBQ chain of Austin, Texas, Salt Lick Bar-B-Que , while wait...  Read story

Best Pillow and Blanket: Ralph Lauren Cashmere Cable Travel Set

For posh jet setters, this cashmere cable travel set f...  Read story

Best Boutique Hotel: Chateau Marmont

If you want the boutique hotel done right, you go to an original: Chateau Marmont. Th...  Read story

Best Airport Spa: D-Parture Spa

This is a traveler's one-stop-shop for all things relaxing. The full-service day spa offers massages, manicures, pedicures, facials, waxing, and ev...  Read story

Best Bag for Traveling Light: The Voyageur by Tumi

Roomy enough for all your on-board necessities and more, the Voyageur Read story

Best High-Tech Hotel: Hi Hotel

Just because Hi Hotel is located in one of the world's most beautiful natural settings—Nice, France...  Read story

Best Terminal to Get Delayed In: Concourse A, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport

With a nice mix of retail and restaurants, Concourse A at Hartsfield-Jackson Internat...  Read story

Best Green Hotel: Bardessono Hotel

This Napa Valley hotel puts a premium on being green while still offering luxury amenities. With 62 rooms nestled in the lush hills of Yountville, ...  Read story

Great for a Caffeine Jolt: Issimo Caffè

The canned coffee is quick, easy, and caffeinated: perfect for an on-the-go jolt. Found at most deli-shops or newsstands, the flavor is everything ...  Read story

Best iPad Case: Built NY

Famous for its neoprene electronic-cover products, Built's snazzy iPad sleeve offers the ultimate protection for your precious device while you're ...  Read story