Kyle J. Russell | Contributor Jonathan is a fourth-generation entrepreneur from a family of Persian rug merchants. He struck out on his own to start Eyely, a premium home décor brand that he’s growing on Temu. In 1914, Jonathan’s great-grandfather built a thriving business in Iran, selling exquisite Persian rugs. It was a time when…
Private equity firms want in on the skilled trades industry. Some PE firms have started to add home-services companies, like those providing plumbing and HVAC repairs, to their portfolios because they’re seen as stable, future-proof investments. People will always need plumbers and appliance repair workers. But what does that mean for the business owners and…
Experience travels and that bodes well for Mike and Lori Macpherson, who brought their vast corporate experience – along with some helpful personal experiences – with them when they became owners of Floor Coverings International of Lake Barrington. Barrington residents, Mike (54) and Lori (53), bring more than 55 years of combined experience in the…
