The Wee Writer is a content writing business founded by Emma Sloan, which started as a college side hustle and has grown into a successful venture generating $6,000 in monthly revenue. Based in Victoria, the company offers writing, editing, and social media content services to a diverse clientele across the globe. Over the years, Emma has refined the business model, expanded the client base, and honed her skills in digital marketing and content creation to build a thriving business that continues to grow.

Iqbal Anwar founded Tohfabd in April 2021, an online gift delivery service catering to Bangladeshi expats wishing to send gifts to their loved ones back home. The company quickly gained traction, with a monthly revenue of $5,000 and over 8,000 successful orders delivered across Bangladesh. Tohfabd offers a wide range of products, including cakes, chocolates, flowers, and groceries, with an extensive logistics network to ensure timely deliveries. The service targets customers primarily from the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia, enabling expats to maintain connections with family during significant occasions.

Jay Owen, at just 17 years old, founded Business Builders (originally Design Extensions) out of his passion for technology and web development. What began as a side project quickly transformed into a successful agency, now generating over $3 million annually. Owen emphasizes continuous learning and growth, focusing on helping other businesses through coaching, marketing, and development services. His journey reflects a commitment to progress over perfection, showcasing the importance of adapting and innovating over two decades in the industry.

Simul Docs, founded by Aaron Beashel and Ben, is a collaboration and version control tool for Microsoft Word. This software allows teams to seamlessly collaborate on Word documents without the hassle of email chains and multiple confusing file versions. With over 10,000 users globally and an annual recurring revenue of $510,000, Simul Docs has grown rapidly while remaining entirely bootstrapped.

Katlyn, the founder of Blue Skies & Ko, transformed her crafting hobby into a successful jewelry and clothing boutique with a modest investment of $2,000. Initially just a waitress, she discovered her passion for hand-stamped jewelry after a spontaneous visit to a craft store. This ignited her entrepreneurial spirit, leading to the establishment of her brand. Despite the eventual closure of the business in 2024, Katlyn’s journey exemplifies the challenges and triumphs of launching a creative venture and highlights the importance of community engagement and social media marketing in growing a business.

Kahindo Mateene, the founder and Chief Creative Director of KAHINDO, launched a luxury sustainable womenswear brand that celebrates African fashion through unique prints and colors. Her brand, which operates on ethical principles, aims to empower female artisans in Africa and promote social responsibility in the fashion industry. After rebranding from her previous venture, Modahnik, Kahindo's focus shifted to crafting narratives around her designs, fostering connections between consumers and the stories behind each piece. The brand has grown through various sales channels, including e-commerce and wholesale partnerships, and it strives to create sustainable jobs for women in Africa.

Kelly Perkins, founder and CEO of Spinster Sisters Co., launched a natural skincare brand from her basement, growing it into a $1.3 million per year business. Focused on sustainability and natural ingredients, Spinster Sisters has scaled to national distribution in over 2,100 stores, with a strong direct-to-consumer presence.


MobAppCreator, co-founded by Leonardo, Germán, and Sebastian, is a no-code app-building platform aimed at helping small businesses and resellers create mobile applications quickly and affordably. Since its founding in 2013, MobAppCreator has generated $120,000 annually in revenue by keeping operations lean and leveraging serverless technology.

Kola Tytler, founder of the Italian sneaker retail business "dropout," turned his passion for limited-edition sneakers and data analysis into a $840K/year company. The business started with a flagship store in Milan, followed by an expanding online presence, where algorithms from his proprietary software, HypeAnalyzer, drive pricing and consignment rates. Despite pandemic challenges, dropout has thrived and continues to grow.


Deepak Shukla founded Pearl Lemon, an SEO and lead generation agency, in 2016 with no prior experience. Starting with only $80,000 in revenue, the company has grown rapidly, now earning up to $110,000 monthly. Pearl Lemon’s services cater to a range of clients from small businesses to large corporations, specializing in SEO and lead generation. The company has expanded into additional services, including PR and web development, with a team of 27 employees.

Angel Lacret, founder of Cobuild Lab, a Miami-based software development agency, turned his expertise into a million-dollar business. By collaborating with industry experts to provide custom software solutions, Cobuild Lab leverages Angel’s 15 years of software experience. The company’s success stems from its sustainable development processes, customer-centered approach, and targeted growth strategies.


Bitfari, founded by Jordhy Ledesma, is a blockchain-based advertising network that allows users to buy and sell ad space using the Fari Token cryptocurrency. With a focus on democratizing advertising, Bitfari has expanded rapidly, achieving a valuation of $70 million within six months through the use of cryptocurrency, crowdfunding, and cutting-edge technology. The platform primarily serves advertisers, billboard operators, and shoppers, cutting out intermediaries to reduce costs and provide direct value to its users.