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27 Million and Counting: Tom Patterson, Tommy John

1/13/11 at 6:00 PM

Meet Tom Patterson, the founder of Tommy John, a Los Angeles-based maker of premium undershirts and other apparel. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Bryan Burkhart, H.BLOOM

1/10/11 at 6:00 PM

Meet Bryan Burkhart, co-founder and CEO of H.BLOOM, a New York-based subscription service similar to "the Netflix of flowers." Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Jordan Cooper, Hyperpublic

1/06/11 at 11:30 PM

Meet Jordan Cooper, the co-founder and CEO of Hyperpublic, a New York-based photo-sharing and social-networking site. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Emily Dubner, Baking for Good

1/04/11 at 4:00 PM

Meet Emily Dubner, the founder and CEO of Baking for Good, a New York-based online bakery that donates 15 percent of every purchase to customers' favorite charities. Continue Reading

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What's Your Outlook for 2011?

12/30/10 at 7:30 PM

Entrepreneurs are usually born with optimistic, can-do philosophies. So it's no surprise that our Board of Directors has high hopes for the year ahead. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Kerry Bannigan, Nolcha

12/27/10 at 11:00 PM

Meet Kerry Bannigan, founder and CEO of Nolcha, a New York-based promotional provider for independent fashion designers and retailers. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Tonnie Rozier, Tonnie's Minis

12/14/10 at 6:00 PM

Meet Tonnie Rozier, owner of Tonnie's Minis, a New York-based cupcake bar and cafe. Continue Reading

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What's the Last Thing You Do Every Day?

12/13/10 at 3:00 PM

How do some of the world's busiest entrepreneurs, including Sir Richard Branson, unwind after a tough day and prepare for the next? Whether it's a kiss goodnight or watching History Channel documentaries, the members of our Board of Directors share the details of their nightly routines. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Ashley Connors and Hannah Lavon, Hoopla

12/10/10 at 6:30 PM

Meet Ashley Connors and Hannah Lavon, the co-founders of Hoopla, a New York-based gift company that makes animal-themed mittens, among other products. Continue Reading

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Surviving Office Holiday Parties: 5 Things You Need to Know

12/09/10 at 9:30 PM

Company celebrations can be a great way to bond with co-workers -- or make a total fool of yourself after a few drinks. How to survive your next office holiday party. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Cori Paul, Artbox Alley

12/08/10 at 10:00 AM

Meet Cori Paul, founder and owner of Artbox Alley, a Los Angeles-based children's book publishing company. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Tad Martin, Cross Commerce Media

12/02/10 at 11:00 PM

Meet Tad Martin, founder and CEO of Cross Commerce Media, a New York-based multimedia marketing network. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Dana Oates, dbO Home

11/30/10 at 2:30 PM

Meet Dana Oates, founder and owner of dbO Home, a Litchfield County, Conn.-based maker of home furnishings Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Brian Backus, Kidlandia

11/23/10 at 10:30 PM

Meet Brian Backus, the founder of Kidlandia, a San Francisco-based maker of personalized gifts for kids. Continue Reading

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27 Million and Counting: Katia Beauchamp and Hayley Barna, Birchbox

11/17/10 at 3:00 PM

Meet Katia Beauchamp and Hayley Barna, the co-founders of Birchbox, a New York-based makeup and beauty products delivery service. Continue Reading

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