Bitly Announces Leadership Expansion to Drive Product Innovation and Growth in 2024
Bitly, a premier Connections Platform, has recently announced the appointment and promotion of key leadership figures to bolster product innovation and drive business growth. This leadership restructuring aligns with Bitly’s commitment to service excellence and its aspiration to be recognized as a top employer. In 2024, Bitly expanded its workforce by 18% YOY, with significant […]
Colin Kaepernick Launches Lumi: A New AI Platform Aiming to Revolutionize Independent Publishing
Colin Kaepernick, formerly a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers and now a prominent civil rights activist, has expanded his entrepreneurial endeavors into the AI-powered publishing arena with the introduction of Lumi. This new platform, launched through his company, Kaepernick Publishing, aims to democratize the publishing process by equipping authors and creatives with the tools […]
Thinkific Bolsters Executive Team with Key Leadership Appointments
Thinkific, a prominent platform in online education, recently announced significant expansions to its executive team, introducing Amanda Malko and Ryan Donovan into high-level roles. Malko, formerly of G2 and Mailchimp, will serve as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), while Donovan, previously with Hootsuite, will take on the position of Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO). This […]
Alibaba International to Launch AI-Powered Sourcing Engine for B2B E-commerce in September
Alibaba International has announced its plans to launch a pioneering AI-powered conversational sourcing engine in September. This technology is designed to transform the sourcing process for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly benefiting small business owners and solopreneurs who are often challenged by the complexities of global B2B e-commerce. Tailored for Enhanced B2B E-commerce Efficiency […]
Squarespace Reports 20% Revenue Growth in Q2 2024 Amid Expanding Global Presence
Squarespace, a leading platform known for its comprehensive tools that assist entrepreneurs in establishing and expanding their online brands, has reported its financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2024. The company saw a 20% increase in total revenue, reaching $296.8 million, up from $247.5 million in the same period last year. This […]
Shutterstock Enhances Creative Offerings with Acquisition of Envato
Shutterstock, a prominent player in the global creative market, has successfully completed its acquisition of Envato Pty Ltd. (“Envato”), a well-regarded provider of digital creative assets and templates. This strategic move significantly enhances Shutterstock’s offerings and expands its reach, particularly among freelancers, small businesses, and agencies. The acquisition introduces Envato Elements, a standout unlimited multi-asset […]
Duda Partners with Square to Enhance eCommerce Options for Small Businesses
In a significant move aimed at enhancing eCommerce capabilities for small businesses and solopreneurs, Duda has announced an integration with Square, a leader in financial services and mobile payment solutions. This collaboration marks a pivotal development for digital agencies and SaaS companies using Duda’s native eCommerce platform, as they can now incorporate Square’s seamless payment […]
When No One Cares That the 5-Year Old is IN the Baggage Carousel
Me and the Missus rolled our non-coffee filled bodies out of bed, dragged combs across our heads…and made the 30-minute trek from Denton, Texas to the sprawling Dallas Ft. Worth International Airport at 6:00 AM. Destination: Our ‘current’ home of ‘The West Side’, Arizona. We had dutifully helped complete a cross-country move for a close […]
The Digital Apocalypse is Nigh: Why Even Crowds of Cybersecurity Experts Can Get It Wrong
I have been running various online businesses and projects since the late 90’s (yeah, it’s been awhile). However, I don’t claim to know much of anything when it comes to cybersecurity or just plain ol’ basic protecting your online presence other than backing up my own data. So when Crowdstrike crapped the bed this past week […]
Why you should never walk on cobblestone with bare feet more than once
You ever give your business to a company mostly because it’s convenient and they’re close by? Well sure your do. Nothing wrong here. Butt…you ever give your business to a company because it’s convenient and close AND because they continually disappoint you at best…and screw you at worst? Of course not. But that’s […]