Maura Rapkin, founder of Napkin LLC, shares her journey of starting a mission-driven food consulting company from $0 to $8,000 in monthly revenue. Her background in sustainability-oriented cooking and a desire to support sustainable food systems led her to pivot from a cider company idea to launching Napkin LLC. This article details her experiences, challenges, and key moments in building and growing her consulting business

Jono Santamaria, the founder of Nina's Laundrette in Northcote, Australia, transformed an outdated laundromat into a thriving business by utilizing his skills in digital marketing and automation. After acquiring the laundromat in July 2021, he doubled its revenue within a year and aims to do so again. Key strategies for this growth included upgrading equipment, enhancing the laundromat's digital presence, and introducing a commercial laundry service. By focusing on these areas, Jono successfully modernized the business and significantly increased its profitability.