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Business Unusual: Floral Designer’s Campaign for Black Residents Made Hearts Open and Business Blossom
Oakland's Ariana Marbley created an opportunity for anyone to give a flower to Black locals in her community to remind them that they’re supported, loved, and appreciated.
Business Unusual: How a Dress Company Launched a New Brand During a Pandemic
Kid’s Dream quickly shifted from creating special occasion girls’ dresses to items that everyone suddenly needed — face masks.
Business Unusual: Seattle Company’s Pivot is Helping Other Businesses Stay Afloat
The SnapBar had to put their photo booth services on hold due to COVID-19. Now, they’re selling curated gift boxes with products from local vendors and supporting small businesses across the U.S.
Business Unusual: How This Ohio Pest Control Company Pivoted to Fight COVID-19
Advanced Pest Control — which normally deals with rodents, bats, and insects — incorporated high-level disinfection packages to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in homes and businesses.
Business Unusual: Brave and Kind Bookshop Promotes Community and Inclusivity
“When I opened the shop, my intention was to choose books that inspire kids and their families to be brave and kind, and that plays itself out in many ways."
Business Unusual: A Distillery’s In-House Hand Sanitizer Becomes a Local Hit
Portland, Oregon’s Shine Distillery & Grill’s in-house distilling ingredient — ethyl alcohol — helped save the day for the young operation during COVID-19.
Business Unusual: Sew Loved Women’s Center Fights COVID-19 with Sewing Machines
One South Bend, IN, nonprofit is sewing and distributing thousands of free masks to locals in need, and collaborating with neighboring businesses to make it happen.
Business Unusual: How Happy Lucky’s Teahouse Reached Record Sales During COVID-19 (With Video)
This story is part of our Business Unusual series. Each week, we share real stories from small businesses and how they are adapting to a new world of work.
Business Unusual: A Haunted Victorian Mansion Goes Virtual
This story is part of our Business Unusual series. Each week, we share real stories from small businesses and how they are adapting to a new world of work.
Social Distancing in The Workplace: How To Ease Employee Fears About Returning to the Workplace During the COVID-19 Crisis
Welcome your employees, visitors and customers back to your workplace with these ideas to keep them safe.