It takes a lot more than an idea to build a business, but there can’t be a business without the idea. So we asked folks who’ve built wonderful businesses to tell us about how they came up with the idea in the first place.

John (& Kristine) Pitts | Firehouse Moustache Wax owner(s), firefighter & farrier

I was 21 when I first started growing a moustache in 1987. I went on vacation with my dad and brother for a week and didn’t shave…and haven’t shaved the ‘stache since! I used moustache waxes off and on during that time. Read more>>

Ashley Wilke | Vegan Health & Fitness Coach

As an animal advocate and vegan, I felt that there wasn’t much representation of this lifestyle within the fitness industry. I really felt inspired to show individuals that it is possible to thrive as an athlete by getting adequate protein along with all necessary nutrients through a plant-based diet! Read more>>

Tajee Rosemond | Entrepreneur & Online Store Owner

YoungRose Design & Co. was born a labor of love, and has slowly grown into a small business. As a Single mother of two at the time, I had hit rock bottom. I found myself in a dead end job with no more room for growth. With a company that longer fits the needs for a single mother with two small children. Read more>>

Melvin Conner | Entrepreneur & Owner of UnhypedAthletics, Certified Personal Trainer

The whole idea started when I was in college (Indiana Tech) trying out for my college basketball team I end up getting overlooked after I bust my tail in tryouts and still go overlooked by the coaches. Read more>>