Mark Thomas founded EventBookings in 2017, aiming to create a centralized platform for event organizers to manage everything from ticketing to hosting. The platform serves multiple industries, including entertainment, sports, and academia, offering customizable ticketing solutions for both virtual and in-person events. With 25 employees, EventBookings generates $10,000 monthly and is on track to achieve $1 million in revenue, hosting over 10,000 events globally.

Dr. KeShawn L. Haynes, a chemist, founded KLH Industries, LLC, a small manufacturing company based in Atlanta, and launched ELLIE Cosmetics. The brand offers a line of vegan, cruelty-free cosmetics made from naturally sourced ingredients. Despite initial challenges, including funding difficulties and slow growth, Haynes continues to build her business through social media marketing, vendor shows, and a focus on creating high-quality products.