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Belle Isle Moonshine turns to crowdfunding to complete $3M round
The Richmond craft distillery fell short of its initial goal in traditional markets, so it turned to an alternative.
McGowan brothers, longtime downtown St. Louis loft developers, sell buildings in pivot to restaurant expansion
The development family became synonymous with the push to turn vacant downtown St. Louis warehouses into lofts. Now, they’ve sold many of the buildings they converted as they redirect their focus away from downtown and into another venture: expanding a Tex-Mex restaurant chain.
Delaware North promotes Boston sports exec Amy Latimer to COO
A 27-year veteran with the company, she comes to the role from TD Garden, where she has served as longtime president, while also serving as chief growth officer at Delaware North.
Rosalita’s Cantina’s growth strategy focused early on grocers
The line of Rosalita’s retail products is now sold at every location of a local grocer.
Sprecher expands product innovation, Lakefront teams with nonprofit: Beer Biz MKE
Sprecher Brewing CEO Sharad Chadha said consumer tastes are not only evolving but becoming more discerning.
5 things: Halal Grill Express coming to Folsom, New Helvetia Brewing faces challenges, Steinberg wants more live music
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I recently spotted a sign for Halal Grill Express at 49 Natoma St., a spot most recently occupied by Angel's Kitchen in Folsom. I asked my colleague Jake Abbott to get some details, and he came through.
Owner Masih Rayeen told Jake he hopes to open the new business by…
Behind the deal: How Fogo de Chão plans to grow to $1B in revenue with Bain Capital acquisition
Fogo de Chao CEO Barry McGowan has high hopes for the Brazilian steakhouse chain, including a goal of hitting $1 billion in revenue within the next few years. He discussed the company's future and its recently announced acquisition by Bain Capital in an interview with the Dallas Business Journal.
Popular brunch chain opening new Dayton-region location, first in Warren County
A popular breakfast, brunch and lunch chain is gearing up to open another location in the Dayton region. The restaurant will be the chain's first in Warren County.
Downtown Ikea opens in Mid-Market with big hopes
Take a stroll through the U.S. debut of Ikea's urban-centric format anchoring the upcoming shopping center.
Bailey Bug founder gears up for appearance on startup show ‘The Blox’
Bailey Bug Founder and CEO Melanie Barrett is preparing for her world debut on “The Blox,” a live-in entrepreneurship competition docu-series. Barrett will use the opportunity to give exposure to her startup and build connections to boost inclusivity in the region and beyond.
Bailey Bug currently manufactures capes specifically for wheelchair users. The cape is designed to wrap across the wheelchair, promoting warmth, comfort and safety for its users. Plus, each user can add their personal…